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Famous Football Players in the World

The world of professional football is filled with talented players, which in turn intimidates the fans who want to know the best professional football players all over the world. While it is nearly impossible to name one definitive top player, it is subjective to say that there are some players who are leading the football world in terms of talent and popularity. The competition is everywhere, as is the interest in and excitement for the game all over the world. These players, such as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, are able to captivate audiences with their incredible displays of skill with grace and brilliance. While it was difficult to pick out the best among all, we have decided to list some of the most prominent and influential football players who have marked their excellence in the football world.

 

  1. Lionel Messi : Undoubtedly, this player has become the greatest of all time at the age of only 24. Just when we think the game is over, he changes everything irrevocably. The king of football puts on remarkable performances on the football field that make the world go crazy. It's a joy to watch him make plays, pass, and finish on screens, which has earned him the distinction of being the only player to have won seven Ballon d'Ors. The man is the best and strongest football player, and he is influencing the upcoming younger football players to become the best.

 

  1. Cristiano Ronaldo: He got his recognition after being discovered by Sir Alex Ferguson. Ronaldo established himself in the world of football due to his exceptional talent and outstanding performances. He has earned various awards and prizes in his career, like the Scudetto and Serie A’s MVP prize, for his unrivaled performances. He rose to fame while he was at Real Madrid and was regarded as one of the greatest players in the world. By scoring a hat-trick against Tottenham, Ronaldo became the highest goalscorer.

 

  1. Pele: This former player was called as the greatest player by FIFA when he used to play in the 20th century. The well-known sports figure had three world cups to his name. With a score of 757 goals in 812 appearances, this man brought home two Copa titles and six Serie A awards. This 82 year old player had his debut game at the age of 16, and he played for the Brazilian National Team. Having been recognised as a national treasure in 1958, this man worked hard throughout his career and was one of the most celebrated players in Brazil.

 

Diego Maradona: This Argentinian player received a standing ovation for being a brilliant player by Santiago Bernabeu. He won the Spanish Super Cup and the Copa del Rey. On October 20th, 1976, he made his debut for the Argentinos Juniors. This top footballer was great at controlling the ball, and at the age of 8, he joined Las Cebollitas ("The Little Onions"). From then on, Diego Maradona rapidly rose in his professional career and became the best, ranking among the top football players according to FIFA.