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29. Zico
Probably one of the best attacking midfielders ever, Zico is for many the equivalent of Pelé for his position. His nickname, the “White Pelé” indicates his talent. With Flamengo, Zico scored 529 goals in 724 games helping Flamengo win four Brazilian championships and one Copa Libertadores. Zico also scored 57 goals in 79 matches with…
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25. Michel Platini
Probably one of the most skilful players of all time, Michel Platini led the French national team to the semi-finals of the World Cup in 1982 and 1986 and to victory in the European Championship in 1984. After playing for Nancy and St Etienne where he won the French Championnat in 1980-81, it was with…
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23. Andres Iniesta
Educated all his childhood at the Masia, Iniesta started his career as a defensive midfielder but his agility combined with a good control of the ball allowed him to evolve into an attacking midfielder. It is his versatility, creativity and intelligence which forms the basis for his reputation. With Barcelona, Iniesta was runner-up to Lionel…
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22. Johan Cruyff
Johan Cruijff (known as “Cruyff” outside the Netherlands), is considered one of the best players in the history of football. This exceptional player bestrode the 1970s due to his talent and charisma with two prestigious teams: Ajax and Barcelona. His speed and agility were his strongest points; he had the ability to run as fast…
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21. Ronaldinho
Ronaldinho’s speed, creativity, improvisation and skills have led to him being regarded as one of the best players of his generation. Ronaldinho won most of his titles during his career at FC Barcelona. He won the Ballon d’Or in 2005, the Champions league (2005-06) and La Liga twice (2004-05 and 2005-06). With AC Milan, he…
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8. Xavi
Educated in the Masia (Barcelona’s training center), Xavier (“Xavi”) has spent his entire career at FC Barcelona where he first arrived at the age of 11. Xavi is considered the metronome of the team due to his vision and his passes which can pierce any defence. During the Fifa World Cup 2010, he had a…
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6. Lothar Matthaus
Lothar Matthäus captained West Germany to victory in the 1990 FIFA World Cup and played in five FIFA World Cups in total (1982, 1986, 1990, 1994 and 1998), more than any other outfield player. He remains the only German player to have won the FIFA World Player of the Year award. Matthaus is the most…