My Greatest 11 - The Blog — premier league

A look back at the pivotal 2014 Premier League clash between Liverpool and Chelsea, where Steven Gerrard’s infamous slip helped derail Liverpool’s title charge. José Mourinho’s defensive masterclass stunned Anfield and reshaped the title race.

Edwin van der Sar’s 2008/09 season with Manchester United saw him achieve an incredible milestone—14 consecutive Premier League clean sheets, setting a record 1,310 minutes without conceding. His run of defensive dominance played a key role in United’s title-winning campaign, with standout performances against Chelsea, Tottenham, and Manchester City. This record-breaking streak remains one of the greatest goalkeeping feats in Premier League history.

Fulham’s 4-1 victory over Juventus on March 18, 2010, remains one of the greatest nights in the club’s history. Trailing 3-1 from the first leg, Roy Hodgson’s side produced an unforgettable comeback at Craven Cottage, with Bobby Zamora, Zoltán Gera (2), and Clint Dempsey sealing a famous win. With Fabio Cannavaro sent off and Dempsey’s stunning chip securing the tie, Fulham eliminated the Italian giants to reach the Europa League quarter-finals. A true underdog story!

Winning the Premier League is the ultimate achievement for any player in English football, but some of the greatest talents to grace the division never lifted the trophy. From world-class defenders like Marcel Desailly and Ledley King to midfield maestros Luka Modrić and Steven Gerrard, this XI features the best players who fell short of league glory. Despite their individual brilliance and unforgettable performances, the title remained elusive for these stars. Here’s a look at the greatest Premier League players who never won the league.

Few players have had the privilege of sharing the pitch with as many footballing greats as Gianfranco Zola. From his early days at Napoli learning from Maradona to his time at Chelsea inspiring the next generation, Zola played alongside some of the finest talents in football history. This blog delves into his ultimate teammates XI, a lineup brimming with legendary defenders, midfield maestros, and attacking icons who helped define an era.