A Swedish striker known for his physicality, technique, and spectacular goals on the pitch. He has had a successful career playing for clubs such as Ajax, Juventus, AC Milan, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, and AC Milan (again), as well as the Swedish national team. He has won numerous domestic including the Serie A, La Liga, and Ligue 1

A Romanian midfielder known for his technique, creativity, and vision on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Steaua București, Real Madrid, and Galatasaray, as well as the Romanian national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the UEFA Champions League and the Turkish league title.

A Brazilian midfielder known for his elegant style of play, vision, and leadership on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Corinthians, Fiorentina, and Flamengo, as well as the Brazilian national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Brazilian league title and the FIFA World Cup runner-up in 1982.

An English winger known for his dribbling, crossing, and athleticism on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Stoke City and Blackpool, as well as the English national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the English league title and the FA Cup.

An English striker known for his clinical finishing and intelligent movement on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Leicester City, Barcelona, and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as the English national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the English league title and the FA Cup.

A Croatian striker known for his technique, finishing, and movement off the ball. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Sevilla, Real Madrid, and Arsenal, as well as the Croatian national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA World Cup third place in 1998.

An Argentine striker known for his dribbling, finishing, and physicality on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Valencia, River Plate, and Rosario Central, as well as the Argentine national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the FIFA World Cup in 1978.

A Welsh striker known for his speed, finishing, and work rate on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Liverpool, Juventus, and Newcastle United, as well as the Welsh national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the UEFA Champions League and the English league title.

A Brazilian midfielder known for his technique, vision, and creativity on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Fluminense, Botafogo, and Real Madrid, as well as the Brazilian national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the FIFA World Cup in 1958 and 1962.

Mesut Özil is a retired German professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder for various top clubs and the German national team. Known for his incredible vision, technical skills, and ability to read the game, Özil was regarded as one of the best playmakers in the world during his prime. He won the world cup in Brazil being the top assister of the tournament and won the La Liga title, the Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa de España during his three-year stint.

A Dutch striker known for his technical ability, finishing, and movement off the ball. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Arsenal, Manchester United, and Feyenoord, as well as the Dutch national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Premier League and the FA Cup.

A German midfielder known for his physicality, leadership, and versatility on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Bayer Leverkusen, as well as the German national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League.

A German midfielder known for his passing accuracy, vision, and tactical intelligence. He has been a key player for both the German national team and Real Madrid, where he has won multiple domestic and international titles, including the UEFA Champions League four times.

A Dutch midfielder known for his creativity, technical ability, and vision on the pitch. He had a successful career playing for clubs such as Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and Ajax, as well as the Dutch national team. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA World Cup runner-up in 2010.

The Argentine defender was known for his versatility and longevity, playing for Inter Milan for over 19 years. Zanetti won numerous domestic and international titles with the club, including five Serie A titles and the Champions League in 2010.

The Dutch striker was known for his technical skills and scoring ability. Kluivert played for several top clubs during his career, including Ajax, Barcelona, and AC Milan. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Champions League with Ajax in 1995.

The Spanish striker was one of the most prolific goal scorers of his generation, playing for Real Madrid during the 1980s. Butragueno won numerous domestic and international titles with the club, including six La Liga titles and two UEFA Cups.

The French midfielder was known for his tough-tackling style and ability to control the midfield. Vieira played for some of the top clubs in the world, including Arsenal, Juventus, and Inter Milan. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Premier League, Serie A, and the World Cup with France in 1998.

The late Italian striker is a legend in his home country, having helped Italy win the World Cup in 1982. Rossi scored six goals in the tournament, including a hat-trick against Brazil in the second round. He also won the European Cup with Juventus in 1985.

Luis Suarez Marismonte, commonly known as Luis Suarez, is a retired Spanish footballer who played as a forward. Suarez is widely regarded as one of the greatest Spanish footballers of all time and one of the best number 9s of his generation.

The Dutch winger is known for his explosive pace and deadly left foot. Robben played for several top clubs during his career, including Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich. He won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Champions League with Bayern in 2013, where he scored the winning goal in the final.

Rijkaard was a Dutch midfielder who played for AC Milan and the Dutch national team. He won three Serie A titles and two European Cups with Milan and later went on to manage Barcelona, winning two La Liga titles and the Champions League.

Marcelo is a Brazilian left-back who has played his entire career for Real Madrid. He has won five Champions League titles and four La Liga titles with the club and is known for his attacking abilities.

Sánchez was a Mexican striker who played for Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid, among others. He won five La Liga titles and was the league's top scorer five times.

Casemiro is a Brazilian midfielder who plays for Real Madrid. He has won four Champions League titles and three La Liga titles with the club and is known for his tough tackling and defensive skills.

Busquets is a Spanish midfielder who has played his entire career for Barcelona. He has won eight La Liga titles and three Champions League titles with the club and is known for his ability to control the midfield.

Laudrup was a Danish attacking midfielder who played for teams such as Juventus, Barcelona, and Real Madrid. He won four La Liga titles and the European Cup with Barcelona.

Desailly was a French center-back who played for AC Milan and Chelsea, among others. He won the World Cup with France in 1998 and the European Championship in 2000.

Lampard was an English midfielder who played for West Ham, Chelsea, and Manchester City, among others. He won three Premier League titles, the Champions League, and the Europa League with Chelsea and is the club's all-time top scorer.

Bergkamp was a Dutch forward who played for Ajax, Inter Milan, and Arsenal, among others. He won three Premier League titles and was a key member of the "Invincibles" team that went unbeaten in the 2003-04 season.

A Welsh winger known for his speed, technique, and ability to score spectacular goals on the pitch. He has had a successful career playing for clubs such as Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid, and Tottenham Hotspur (again), as well as the Welsh national team. He has won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Premier League, the Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Champions League.

Klose was a German striker who played for Kaiserslautern, Werder Bremen, Bayern Munich, and Lazio, among others. He is the all-time top scorer for the German national team with 71 goals and won the World Cup in 2014. Klose also holds the record of all-time top scorer of the Fifa World Cup with a astonishing 16 goals

Drogba was an Ivorian striker who played for Chelsea and the Ivorian national team. He won four Premier League titles and the Champions League with Chelsea and was the top scorer in the 2012 Champions League final.

Ferdinand was an English center-back who played for Manchester United and the English national team. He won six Premier League titles and the Champions League with Manchester United.

Thomas Muller is a German professional footballer who currently plays as an attacking midfielder or forward for Bayern Munich and the Germany national team. He is known for his versatile playing style, excellent positioning, and impressive goal-scoring ability. Muller was the Top Scorer in the 2010 world cup and a key piece for Germany in their winning campaign in 2014

Born in France in 1987, Benzema began his football career at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks to become one of the most talented and sought-after players in the sport. Over the next several seasons, he became known for Football IQ, impeccable ball control, and remarkable goal-scoring ability. His skills on the pitch earned him numerous accolades, including the Balon Do'r in 2022 and 5 champions leagues with Real Madrid

Eric Cantona is a former French forward who is regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of Manchester United. He played for United between 1992 and 1997, winning four Premier League titles and two FA Cups. He was known for his flair, creativity, and leadership on the pitch, and his impact on United's success during that era cannot be overstated.

Nemanja Vidic is a former Serbian defender who spent eight seasons at Manchester United, winning numerous domestic and international titles with the club. He was known for his physicality, aerial ability, and leadership, and formed a formidable partnership with Rio Ferdinand at the heart of the United defence. He also won the Serbian Player of the Year award on several occasions.

Scholes is a former Manchester United and England midfielder who was known for his passing ability and vision on the pitch. He won numerous titles with Manchester United, including the Champions League, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the club. He also played 66 times for England, scoring 14 goals.

Steven Gerrard is a former Liverpool and England midfielder who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation. He won numerous titles and accolades with Liverpool, including the Champions League in 2005 in a historical comeback, and was the captain of the England national team for several years

The English Striker is the all-time leading scorer in the history of the English Premier League with 260 goals. He played for Newcastle United, Blackburn Rovers, and England during his career, winning the Premier League title with Blackburn in 1995. He also won the Golden Boot at the 1996 European Championships and scored 30 goals in 63 appearances for England.

The Scottish forward is one of the greatest footballers in the history of his nation's football. He played for Celtic, Liverpool, and Scotland during his career, winning numerous titles and accolades. He is regarded as one of the greatest players ever to wear a Liverpool shirt, scoring 172 goals in 515 appearances for the club, and later went on to manage them to three league titles.

Carles Puyol is a former Spanish defender who spent his entire career at Barcelona, captaining the side for several seasons. He won numerous domestic and international titles with the club, including six La Liga titles and three Champions League titles. He was known for his leadership, toughness, and aerial ability, and was named the UEFA Defender of the Year on three occasions.

Andriy Shevchenko is regarded as one of the greatest Ukrainian footballers of all time. He is the all-time leading scorer for the Ukrainian national team with 48 goals and was a key player for AC Milan, winning the Serie A title and the Champions League. He also played for Chelsea and Dynamo Kyiv, and won the Ballon d'Or in 2004.

Spanish striker Raul is considered one of the greatest players in the history of Real Madrid. He spent 16 seasons with the club, scoring 323 goals in 741 appearances and winning six La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions League titles. He also had successful stints with Schalke 04 and Al-Sadd, and played a key role in Spain's Euro 2000 triumph.

Eto'o is a retired Cameroonian professional footballer who played as a striker for several clubs, including Real Madrid, Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Chelsea. Known for his speed, agility, and goalscoring ability, Eto'o won numerous titles throughout his career, including three La Liga titles, two Champions League titles, and the Africa Cup of Nations with Cameroon in 2000 and 2002. He also scored 56 goals in 118 appearances for the Cameroon national team.

Hristo Stoichkov is a retired Bulgarian professional footballer who played as a striker for several clubs, including CSKA Sofia, Barcelona, and Parma. Known for his quick feet, dribbling skills, and powerful shots, Stoichkov won numerous titles throughout his career, including five Bulgarian League titles, one European Cup, and the Ballon d'Or in 1994. He was also a key player in the Bulgaria national team that reached the semi-finals of the 1994 World Cup.

Ruud van Nistelrooy is a retired Dutch professional footballer who played as a striker for several clubs, including PSV Eindhoven, Manchester United, and Real Madrid. Known for his goalscoring ability and clinical finishing, Van Nistelrooy won numerous titles throughout his career, including two Premier League titles, one La Liga title, and the UEFA Champions League. He also scored 56 goals in 73 appearances in the Uefa Champions League and was the top scorer of the competition three times.

Pirlo is a retired Italian professional footballer who played as a midfielder for several clubs, including AC Milan, Juventus, and New York City FC. Known for his vision, passing ability, and set-piece expertise, Pirlo won numerous titles throughout his career, including six Serie A titles, two Champions League titles, and the World Cup with Italy in 2006. He was also named to the UEFA Team of the Year six times.

David Beckham is a retired English professional footballer who played as a midfielder for several clubs, including Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, and Paris Saint-Germain. Known for his pinpoint accuracy in set pieces, Beckham won numerous titles throughout his career, including six Premier League titles, one La Liga title, and the UEFA Champions League. He was also a key player in the England national team for many years.

Ruud Gullit is a Dutch former professional footballer and manager. He played as a midfielder for several clubs, including Feyenoord, PSV Eindhoven, AC Milan, and Chelsea. Gullit won numerous titles throughout his career, including three Eredivisie titles, two Serie A titles, and the European Cup. He also won the Ballon d'Or in 1987 and was a key player in the Netherlands national team that won the 1988 European Championship.

Kevin De Bruyne is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Manchester City and the Belgium national team. Known for his versatility, creativity, and technical ability, De Bruyne has been one of the best players in the world in recent years. He has won numerous individual awards and has helped his club win several major trophies, including four Premier League titles.

Wayne Rooney is a retired English professional footballer who played as a forward for several top clubs including Manchester United and Everton. He is regarded as one of the greatest English players of his generation and was known for his exceptional work rate, powerful shooting, and technical ability. Rooney won numerous domestic and international titles during his career, including five Premier League titles and the Champions League with Manchester United. He also played a key role to Cristiano Ronaldo's success with them being the deadliest duo in the world

Kylian Mbappe is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for Paris Saint-Germain and the France national team. He is regarded as one of the most promising young talents in world football and has already won numerous domestic and international titles, including the Fifa World Cup in Russia when he was 19 years old. Mbappe is known for his exceptional pace, dribbling skills, and clinical finishing. He also was the Top Scorer for the Fifa 2022 World Cup with a magical hat trick in the final

Jairzinho is a retired Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward for several top clubs including Botafogo and Cruzeiro. He is best known for his performances with the Brazilian national team, for whom he scored in every match of their victorious 1970 World Cup campaign. Jairzinho was known for his exceptional dribbling skills, speed, and powerful shooting.

Del Piero is a retired Italian professional footballer who played as a forward for Juventus and the Italy national team. He is regarded as one of the greatest Italian players of all time and was known for his exceptional ball control, vision, and clinical finishing. Del Piero won numerous domestic and international titles during his career, including the Champions League with Juventus in 1996.

Lahm is a retired German professional footballer who played as a full-back or defensive midfielder for Bayern Munich and the Germany national team. He is regarded as one of the best defenders of his generation and was known for his exceptional positional sense, tireless work rate, and technical ability. Lahm won numerous domestic and international titles during his career, including the World Cup with Germany in 2014. What is most astonishing about him is that despite playing 652, he never recieved a red card

Cafu is a retired Brazilian right-back who is widely regarded as one of the best defenders in football history. He played for several top clubs including Sao Paulo, Roma, and AC Milan, winning numerous domestic and international titles along the way. Cafu is also the most capped Brazilian player of all time, having represented his country in four World Cups and winning two of them.

Bobby Moore was an English professional footballer who played as a defender for West Ham United and the England national team. He is regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time and captained England to their only World Cup victory in 1966. Moore was known for his exceptional reading of the game, strong tackling, and excellent leadership skills.

Roberto Carlos is a retired Brazilian left-back who is widely regarded as one of the best defenders in football history. He is best known for his exceptional speed, powerful left foot, and attacking prowess. Carlos won numerous domestic and international titles during his career, including three Champions League titles and the World Cup with Brazil in 2002.

Luis Suarez is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a striker for Atletico Madrid and the Uruguay national team. He is known for his clinical finishing, exceptional dribbling skills, and aggressive playing style. Suarez has played for a number of top clubs including Ajax, Liverpool, and Barcelona, winning numerous domestic and international titles along the way.

Kaká is a retired Brazilian footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. He had a successful career that saw him win numerous titles, including the Ballon d'Or in 2007, and he played for some of the biggest clubs in the world, including AC Milan and Real Madrid. Kaka was known for his creativity and his precise passing, and he helped Brazil win the 2002 World Cup.

Robert Lewandowski is a Polish footballer who currently plays as a striker for Bayern Munich and the Poland national team. He has won numerous titles throughout his career, including multiple Bundesliga titles and Champions League titles with Bayern Munich. Lewandowski is known for his incredible scoring ability, and he has won the Golden Foot, the European Golden Shoe, and the FIFA Best Men's Player awards.

Dani Alves is a Brazilian footballer who is widely regarded as one of the best right-backs in the history of the sport. He has won numerous titles throughout his career, including multiple La Liga titles and Champions League titles with Barcelona, and he has also had success with other clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain and Sao Paulo. Alves is known for his attacking prowess and his ability to play a variety of positions on the field and is the most accomplished player in the history of the sport with 43 trophies

Figo is a retired Portuguese footballer who played as a winger or attacking midfielder. He won numerous titles throughout his career, including the Ballon d'Or in 2000, and he played for some of the biggest clubs in the world, including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan. Figo was known for his dribbling ability and his precise crosses, and he helped Portugal reach the final of the European Championship in 2004.

Giuseppe Meazza was an Italian footballer who played as a forward during the 1930s and 1940s. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest Italian players of all time, and he won two World Cups with Italy in 1934 and 1938. Meazza also won three Serie A titles and scored over 200 goals in his club career with Inter Milan and AC Milan.

Rivaldo is a retired Brazilian footballer who played as an attacking midfielder or striker. He was known for his incredible ball control and finishing ability, and he won numerous titles throughout his career, including the 1999 Ballon d'Or. Rivaldo also helped Brazil win the 2002 World Cup, and he scored one of the greatest goals in the history of the tournament in the group stages against Belgium.

Fabio Cannavaro is a retired Italian footballer who played as a central defender. He had a successful career that saw him win numerous domestic and international trophies, including the World Cup with Italy in 2006. Cannavaro was known for his tough-tackling style and exceptional reading of the game, and he won the Ballon d'Or in 2006.

The captain of Brazil's 1970 World Cup-winning team, Carlos Alberto was a skillful defender who played for clubs including Santos and the New York Cosmos. He is best remembered for his stunning goal in the 1970 World Cup final against Italy, considered one of the greatest goals in World Cup history.

Xavi Hernandez is a Spanish football legend who is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in the history of the sport. He spent the majority of his career playing for Barcelona, where he won numerous titles, including eight La Liga titles and four UEFA Champions League titles. Xavi was known for his exceptional ball control, vision, and passing ability, and he was a key part of Spain's dominant national team that won the 2010 World Cup.

A Spanish midfielder who played for Barcelona and Vissel Kobe, Andres Iniesta is known for his technical ability, vision, and passing skills. He scored the winning goal for Spain in the 2010 World Cup final and won numerous titles with Barcelona, including multiple Champions League titles.

A Croatian midfielder who has played for clubs including Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid, Luka Modric is known for his vision, passing ability, and work rate. He was a key player for Croatia during their run to the World Cup final in 2018, where he won the Golden Ball award for the tournament's best player and the Balon do'r later in the year.

Known for his incredible dribbling skills and ability to score spectacular goals, George Best played for Manchester United during the 1960s and early 1970s. He won the European Cup with the club in 1968 and also won the Balon do'r in 1968

The English midfielder was known as a player that always gave his best on the pitch. He possessed an incredible range of skills, from his precision passing to his ferocious shots, and his vision and creativity made him a joy to watch. Charlton's crowning moment came in 1966, when he helped England win the World Cup on home soil, scoring crucial goals throughout the tournament and being named the player of the tournament

Nicknamed "The Divine Ponytail", Roberto Baggio was a skillful and technically gifted Italian forward who played for clubs including Juventus, AC Milan, and Inter Milan. He was a key player for Italy in the 1994 World Cup, scoring five goals and leading them to the final.

A prolific goal scorer, Thierry Henry played for clubs including Arsenal and Barcelona, and was a key player for the French national team during their successful 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 campaigns. Henry is Arsenal's all-time leading scorer and won multiple Premier League titles during his time with the club.

An Italian defender, Franco Baresi played his entire club career with AC Milan, where he won multiple Serie A titles and the European Cup/UEFA Champions League on multiple occasions. Known for his leadership and defensive prowess, Baresi is considered one of the greatest defenders of all time.

A legendary player and coach for France, Michel Platini won three consecutive Ballon d'Or awards in the 1980s, recognizing him as the best player in the world at the time. He played for teams including Nancy, Saint-Etienne, and Juventus, and was instrumental in France's success in the 1984 European Championship.

Lothar Matthaus was a German midfielder who played for various clubs and the German national team in the 1980s and 1990s. He was known for his exceptional technical ability, leadership, and versatility, and is the most-capped German player of all time with 150 appearances. Matthaus won numerous domestic and international titles with his club teams, and helped lead Germany to victory in the 1990 World Cup.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest dribblers in the history of football, Garrincha played for Brazil during the 1950s and 1960s, helping them win two World Cup titles in 1958 and 1962. Despite being born with a deformed knee and his problems 🐐 outside the field, he overcame his mental and physical limitations to become a legend of the sport.

Josef Bican was an Austrian-Czech striker who is considered one of the greatest goal-scorers in football history. He played for various clubs during his career, including Slavia Prague and Rapid Vienna, where he scored an incredible 805 goals in 530 matches. Bican also represented both Austria and Czechoslovakia at the international level.

The Spanish defender, Sergio Ramos, is a modern-day legend who played for Real Madrid and the Spanish national team. He was known for his tenacious defending, goal-scoring ability, and leadership skills. Ramos won numerous domestic and international titles during his career, including four Champions League titles and two European Championships with Spain.

The Brazilian forward has been a key player for both his national team and his club sides, including Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Known for his dazzling skills and ability to score spectacular goals, Neymar has won numerous titles throughout his career, including the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, and the Ligue 1. He is considered to be the 3rd greatest player of this latest generation and could have won 2 Balon Do'rs if Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi were not in the picture

Arthur Antunes Coimbra, known as Zico, is a Brazilian football legend who played as an attacking midfielder. He is considered one of the greatest players in the history of Brazilian football and was a member of the iconic Brazil team that played in the 1982 World Cup. Zico won numerous domestic and international titles during his career, including the 1977 Intercontinental Cup and three Copa Libertadores titles with Flamengo. He is also arguably the greatest free kick taker of all time

The German football icon, Franz Beckenbauer, is a legendary defender and was known for his elegant style of play. He played for Bayern Munich and the German national team, where he won the World Cup as both a player and a coach. Beckenbauer also won numerous domestic and international titles, including three consecutive European Cups with Bayern Munich.

Eusebio da Silva Ferreira, commonly known as Eusebio, was a Portuguese striker who is considered one of the greatest players of all time. He scored an incredible 473 goals in just over 700 appearances for club and country, and was known for his exceptional speed, dribbling ability, and finishing. Eusebio helped lead Portugal to a third-place finish in the 1966 World Cup, and won numerous domestic titles with his club team, Benfica.

Ferenc Puskás was a Hungarian striker who is considered one of the greatest players of all time. He scored an incredible 511 goals in just over 500 appearances for club and country, and was known for his exceptional skill and creativity on the ball. Puskás won numerous domestic and international titles with his club team, Budapest Honved, and helped lead Hungary to the World Cup final in 1954.

Alfredo Di Stefano was an Argentine-Spanish striker who is considered one of the greatest players of all time. He scored an incredible 512 goals in just over 700 appearances for club and country, and was known for his exceptional skill, vision, and versatility. Di Stefano won numerous domestic and international titles with his club team, Real Madrid, and helped lead Spain to victory in the 1964 European Championship.

Gerd Muller was a German striker who played for Bayern Munich and the German national team in the 1970s. He scored an incredible 566 goals in just over 600 appearances for club and country, and was known for his exceptional finishing ability. Muller won numerous domestic and international titles with Bayern Munich, and helped lead Germany to victory in the 1974 World Cup.

Romario was a Brazilian striker who had a prolific career, scoring over 700 goals in over 900 appearances for various clubs and the Brazilian national team. He is perhaps best known for his role in Brazil's 1994 World Cup victory, where he scored five goals and was named the tournament's best player. Romario was known for his exceptional speed, dribbling ability, and clinical finishing.

Paolo Maldini is considered one of the greatest footballers of all time and arguably the best defender of all time. Born in Milan, Italy in 1968, Maldini began playing football at a young age and was quickly recognized for his exceptional talent.

His illustrious career spanning over 25 years is a testament to his skill, dedication, and longevity. Maldini's longevity is so amazing that he played against Maradona and CR7, despite both player's prime were thirty years apart from each other.

Maldini spent his entire professional career at AC Milan, one of the most successful clubs in Italian football history. He made his debut for the team in 1985 at the age of 16 and went on to win numerous trophies with the club, including seven Serie A titles, five Champions League titles, and one Club World Cup. Maldini was known for his exceptional defensive skills, his intelligence on the field, and his leadership qualities.

He was a mainstay of the Italian national team for over a decade, playing in four World Cups and earning over 100 caps for his country. Overall, Paolo Maldini's career is a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work, dedication, and a love for the game of football. He will forever be remembered as one of the greatest defenders in the history of the sport.

Overall, Paolo Maldini's career is a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work, dedication, and a love for the game of football. He will forever be remembered as one of, if not the greatest defender in the history of the sport.

Ronaldinho, born in Brazil in 1980, is widely regarded as one of the most talented and entertaining footballers of all time. His amazing career spanned over two decades and saw him win numerous individual awards and team trophies.

Ronaldinho began his professional career with Gremio in Brazil, but it was during his time at Paris Saint-Germain that he gained international recognition for his skills.

In 2003, he moved to FC Barcelona, where he cemented his status as a global superstar. At Barcelona, Ronaldinho won two La Liga titles and a Champions League trophy, and he was twice awarded the FIFA World Player of the Year award and won the Balon Do'r once in 2005 after having a spectacular year.

He was known for his incredible dribbling skills, his ability to score stunning goals, and his infectious personality both on and off the field. The magician also helped lead Brazil to victory in the 2002 World Cup and was a key member of the team that reached the quarter-finals of the 2006 tournament.

Overall, Ronaldinho's career was marked by his incredible talent, his joy for the game of football, and his impact both on and off the field. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest players of his generation and a true icon of the sport.

Marco van Basten is one of the greatest footballers of all time, known for his incredible goalscoring ability and technical skill on the field. Born in the Netherlands in 1964, he began his professional career with Ajax before moving to AC Milan in Italy in 1987.

Van Basten's time at AC Milan was the most successful period of his career, and he quickly established himself as one of the best strikers in the world. He won three Ballon d'Or awards and helped lead AC Milan to three Serie A titles, two European Cups, and two European Super Cups.

Van Basten was known for his incredible technical ability, including his ability to score acrobatic goals and his precision in front of goal. He was also a key member of the Netherlands national team, helping them reach the semi-finals of the 1988 European Championship and scoring one of the most famous goals in football history in the final.

Unfortunately, injuries cut Van Basten's career short, and he was forced to retire at the age of 28, which probably prevented him from ranking even higher in this list. However, his impact on the game of football is still felt today, and he is widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers of all time.

Overall, Marco van Basten's career was marked by his incredible talent, his success on the field, and his impact on the game of football as a whole. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest players to ever grace the field.

Johan Cruyff, born in Amsterdam in 1947, is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. His illustrious career spanned over two decades and saw him win numerous individual awards and team trophies.

Cruyff began his professional career with Ajax in the Netherlands, where he helped lead the team to three consecutive European Cup titles in the early 1970s. He was known for his incredible technical ability, his vision on the field, and his ability to score stunning goals.

After leaving Ajax, Cruyff had successful spells with FC Barcelona and the Netherlands national team, where he helped lead them to the 1974 World Cup final. He was also a three-time Ballon d'Or winner and widely regarded as the best player in the world during his prime.

Off the field, Cruyff was known for his innovative ideas and his impact on the game of football as a whole. He pioneered the "Total Football" style of play, which focused on fluid, attacking football and saw players constantly switching positions on the field and this made him one of the biggest geniuses of the sport.

Overall, Johan Cruyff's career was marked by his incredible talent, his success on the field, and his impact on the game of football as a whole. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest players and innovators in the history of the sport.

Diego Maradona, born in Argentina in 1960, is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. His incredible career spanned over two decades and saw him win numerous individual awards and team trophies.

Maradona began his professional career with Argentinos Juniors in Argentina before moving on to play for Boca Juniors and FC Barcelona. However, it was during his time with Napoli in Italy that he established himself as a global superstar.

At Napoli, Maradona helped lead the team to two Serie A titles and a UEFA Cup trophy, and he was twice awarded the Ballon d'Or as the best player in the world. He was known for his incredible dribbling skills, his ability to score stunning goals, and his fierce determination on the field.

However, what made Maradona's career outstanding was his international reputation with Argentina. Arguably the best player of all time for Argentina, Maradona was the key player that lead them to victory in the 1986 World Cup. He famously scored two goals in the quarterfinals against England, including the infamous "Hand of God" goal, where he punched the ball into the net, as well as the "Goal of the Century," where he dribbled past several English players to score.

Overall, Diego Maradona's career was marked by his incredible talent, his success on the field, and his impact on the game of football as a whole. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest players to ever grace the field and a true icon of the sport.

Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima, commonly known as Ronaldo, is a retired Brazilian footballer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers in the history of the sport. Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1976, Ronaldo's career spanned over two decades and saw him win numerous individual awards and team trophies.

Ronaldo began his professional career with Cruzeiro in Brazil before moving on to play for PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands. He quickly established himself as a prolific goalscorer, and his success caught the attention of some of the biggest clubs in Europe.

Ronaldo went on to play for teams such as FC Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Real Madrid, where he won numerous titles, including two La Liga titles and was also a two-time winner of the Ballon d'Or award as the best player in the world. Ronaldo's skillset on the pitch made him a complete striker and a nightmare for defenders to handle. His combination of speed, technical ability, and finishing made him one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. If he didn't get injured in 2000, he could have been in the number 1 spot of this list

He was a key member of the Brazil national team, helping lead them to victory in the 1994 and 2002 World Cups. In the 2002 World Cup, he scored a astonishing 8 goals in 7 games including 2 in the final to consecrate one of the best individual performances of all time. He scored a total of 62 goals for the national team, making him the third-highest scorer in Brazilian history.

Overall, Ronaldo's career was marked by his incredible talent, his success on the field, and his impact on the game of football as a whole. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest strikers, if not the greatsest, to ever grace the field and one of the most decisive players of all time

Zinedine Zidane, also known as Zizou, is a retired French professional footballer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. He is also a successful football manager who has led his team to numerous victories and accolades.

Zidane began his professional football career in France, playing for AS Cannes and then Bordeaux, where he quickly gained recognition for his exceptional technical skills and vision on the pitch. He then moved to Italy, where he played for Juventus and won two Serie A titles, before transferring to Real Madrid in 2001 for a then-world record fee.

At Real Madrid, Zidane became a legend, leading the team to multiple victories in the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, and other competitions. He was known for his creativity, ball control, and precise passing, as well as his ability to score important goals in critical moments, including that amazing volley in the final of the 2002 champions league

Zinedine Zidane had a remarkable international football career with the French national team, representing his country in three FIFA World Cup tournaments and two UEFA European Championships. He played a crucial role in helping France win the 1998 World Cup on home soil, scoring two goals in the final against Brazil and earning the tournament's Best Player award. In the 2000 UEFA European Championship, Zidane led France to victory, scoring a golden goal in the final against Italy to secure the championship for his team. He was named the Player of the Tournament and cemented his place as one of the world's greatest footballers. In the 2006 world cup, he led the French team with his exceptional vision, technique, and creativity. Zidane's performances in 2006 were particularly memorable. He scored a crucial penalty in the final against Italy, but was controversially sent off for headbutting an opponent, in what would be his final professional game.

Overall, Zidane's career in football has been marked by unparalleled skill, success, and leadership, both as a player and a manager. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, and is considered by the Sport Junkies admins and many others as the most elegant and the greatest genius of the sport

Pele, who very few know as Edson Arantes do Nascimento, is a retired and recently passed Brazilian professional footballer who is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, if not the greatest. He had a remarkable career that spanned over three decades and saw him win numerous accolades and championships.

Pele began his professional football career in Brazil, playing for Santos FC, where he quickly gained recognition for his exceptional technical skills and goal-scoring ability. He helped lead Santos to multiple victories in the Campeonato Brasileiro, as well as several international competitions, including the Intercontinental Cup and the Copa Libertadores.

When considering the typical experiences of individuals at the age of 17, many would likely mention pursuing higher education or participating in local athletic competitions. However, this was not the case for Edson Arantes do Nascimento, commonly known as Pele. At the youthful age of 17, he made an indelible mark on the international football stage by leading Brazil to their first FIFA World Cup triumph in 1958. Such a feat, at such a young age, was unprecedented and cemented Pele's status as one of the greatest footballers of all time.

He scored six goals in the tournament, including two in the final, and was named the Best Young Player. He went on to win two more World Cups with Brazil, in 1962 and 1970, scoring a total of 12 goals across the three tournaments.

Pele's skill and agility on the pitch were renowned, as was his ability to score goals from seemingly impossible positions. He scored a total of 1,281 unofficial goals in his professional career, a record that still stands today. He was also a master of dribbling and passing, and his performances on the field inspired generations of footballers around the world.

After retiring from playing football, Pele has remained a prominent figure in the sport, serving as an ambassador for the game and using his platform to promote social causes. He is widely regarded as a global icon and a true legend of football, with his name and legacy enshrined in the annals of sporting history.

Lionel Messi is an iconic professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Inter Miami and the Argentina national team (recently winning the World Cup). He is considered one of the greatest players, if not the greatest, player of all time. His achievements throughout his career have solidified his place in the history books.

Messi started his career as a young boy in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, where he played for the local team, Newell's Old Boys. He was scouted by FC Barcelona when he was just 13 years old, and he moved to Spain to join the club's youth academy, La Masia.

Messi made his debut for Barcelona's first team in 2004, and he quickly established himself as a star player. Playing under the wing of Ronaldinho, he was destined for greatness. He has since won numerous awards and accolades, including seven Ballon d'Or awards, which means he holds the record for most Ballon d’Or trophies of all time

During his time at Barcelona, Messi won numerous titles, including ten La Liga titles, seven Copa del Rey titles, and four UEFA Champions League titles. He also holds the record for the most goals scored in a single season in European club football, with an incredible 73 goals in the 2011-2012 season, the most goals in a calendar year with 91 goals in 2012 and the record for most assists in a calendar year with 36 assists in 2011

Messi is also a key member of the Argentina national team, and he has helped his country to win the Copa America, the Finalíssima and most importantly the Fifa World Cup. He is Argentina's all-time leading goalscorer, on top of players like Maradona and Mario Kempes and has been named the Player of the Tournament at the Copa America two times. He also was named the best player of the World Cup twice, once in 2014 and also in 2022, where he had one of the best world cup campaigns of all time scoring 7 goals, including 2 in the final and 1 goal in each KO stage of the World cup and was also the tournament's top assister with 3 assists.

Overall, Lionel Messi's career is a testament to his incredible talent, dedication, and hard work. He has achieved so much in his career already and continues to push himself to new heights, making him a true inspiration to football fans around the world.