Ubaldo Fillol @ Argentina
Regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in football history, Fillol played a key role in Argentina's 1978 World Cup victory. He was known for his incredible reflexes and shot-stopping abilities. Fillol spent most of his career at River Plate, but also had stints with Racing Club, Flamengo, and Vélez Sarsfield.
Carles Puyol @ Barcelona
Puyol was a legendary captain for Barcelona and a key figure in Spain's golden era, which included winning the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2008. Known for his leadership, tenacity, and defensive skills, he played his entire club career at Barcelona, winning numerous domestic and international titles.
Franz Beckenbauer @ Germany
Known as "Der Kaiser," Beckenbauer is widely considered one of the greatest footballers of all time. He revolutionized the sweeper (libero) role, combining defensive prowess with playmaking skills. He won the World Cup as a player in 1974 and as a manager in 1990. He played most notably for Bayern Munich and New York Cosmos.
Fabio Cannavaro @ Italy
Cannavaro won the Ballon d'Or in 2006, the same year he captained Italy to World Cup victory. Renowned for his tackling, positional sense, and aerial ability despite his relatively short stature for a center-back, he had successful spells at Parma, Inter Milan, Juventus, and Real Madrid.
Paolo Maldini @ Italy
Considered one of the greatest defenders of all time, Maldini spent his entire career at AC Milan. He won numerous Serie A titles and five Champions League trophies. Known for his elegance, tackling, and tactical intelligence, Maldini was versatile enough to excel both as a left-back and a center-back.
Sergio Busquets @ Barcelona
Busquets is known for his exceptional positional sense, passing accuracy, and tactical intelligence. A key player for both Barcelona and Spain, he has won numerous La Liga titles, Champions League trophies, the 2010 World Cup, and Euro 2012.
Dejan Stanković @ Inter
Stanković was a versatile and dynamic midfielder known for his powerful shots and technical skills. He enjoyed a successful career with Lazio and Inter Milan, winning several Serie A titles and the Champions League with Inter in 2010.
Falcão (Paulo Roberto Falcão) @ Roma
Falcão was a central midfielder known for his elegance, passing, and goal-scoring ability. He shone in Serie A with AS Roma and internationally with Brazil, where he was a key player in the highly regarded 1982 World Cup team.
Zinedine Zidane @ Real Madrid
Zidane is considered one of the greatest playmakers in football history. Known for his technique, vision, and creativity, he led France to victory in the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000. Zidane had illustrious club spells with Juventus and Real Madrid, winning multiple league titles and the Champions League.
Jude Bellingham @ Real Madrid
Bellingham is a versatile midfielder known for his dribbling, passing, and intelligence on the field. He joined Real Madrid in 2023 from Borussia Dortmund and quickly established himself as a key player. Despite his young age, Bellingham has shown maturity and leadership, earning praise for his performances in both domestic and international competitions. Winning La Liga player of the season in his first season at Real Madrid.
Diego Forlán @ Villarreal
Forlán was known for his powerful shots and technical skills. He won the Golden Boot at the 2010 World Cup and had successful club stints with Villarreal, Atlético Madrid, and Manchester United, among others.