The UEFA Champions League (UCL) is one of the most prestigious trophies in world football, coveted by players and managers alike. Many of the greatest footballers have won this trophy over the years, but some legends, despite glittering careers, have missed out. Here's a look at some of the greatest players (and a coach) who have never lifted the famous trophy, organized into a formidable starting XI.
Zlatan Ibrahimović, known for his towering presence, brash personality, and mesmerizing skills, has graced many of the world’s biggest football stages. Throughout his glittering career, he’s played with some of the most talented players the sport has ever seen, representing clubs like Barcelona, Juventus, AC Milan, Inter Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain. Recently, Zlatan picked his Greatest Teammates XI—a fantasy lineup of players he shared the field with, revealing just how fortunate he was to play alongside some all-time legends.
CarlosTevez picks his Dream Testimonial Team “Buffon, Hugo Ibarra, Rio Ferdinand, Gabriel Heinze, Patrice Evra, Scholes, Andrea Pirlo, Paul Pogba, Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi and Rooney. I’d stay on the bench.”