My Greatest 11 - The Blog — 1985
Best Footballers Born in 1985: An All-Time XI
1985 football team line up Modric Ronaldo Rooney xi

The year 1985 produced a remarkable generation of footballing talent. Leading the attack, Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney formed two of the greatest forwards of their era, while Luka Modrić dictated play in midfield alongside the ever-reliable Fernandinho.
At the back, Raúl Albiol and Gary Cahill provided defensive steel, with Filipe Luís and Łukasz Piszczek offering balance on the flanks. In goal, Guillermo Ochoa, famous for his World Cup heroics, completes this formidable lineup.
This XI isn’t just about talent—it’s a tribute to a generation that shaped modern football.