TOP FOOTBALLERS IN THE 70s!

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No matter the introduction of modern-day football policies in 1848, it wasn't until the 1970s that the game received sizable recognition. Many excellent gamers were born during the Seventies, but Johan Cruyff stands out above the rest. The "beautiful sport" was at its peak in the 1960s. Here is a study of the pinnacle XI from that decade. A 4-3-2-3 formation, which became commonplace at the time, is used.

1. Dino Zoff (Italy)

Dino Zoff won the 1982 World Cup as captain of the Italian national crew, making him the oldest world cup winner in history at forty years, four months, and thirteen days. In addition, he was named to the match crew for a year for his efforts, which resulted in four clean sheets and the fine goalkeeper award. Most effectively, Zoff, an Italian, has won both the sector cup and the EU championship within the same calendar year.

2. Berti Vogts (West Germany)

Vogts, a former professional football player who defended Germany's national team, played football. He spent his entire professional career with Borussia Monchengladbach in the Bundesliga and won the 1974 FIFA International Cup with West Germany. Vogts turned into a fan favourite at home, gaining the moniker "Der Terrier" for his regular struggle for each ball as though it had been his final.

3. Franz Beckenbauer (West Germany)

Der Kaiser became the nickname Beckenbauer gave him for his eminent manner, power, and management on the field ("The Emperor"). He became the first skipper in history to win both the world cup and the ECU championships for his country and the ECU Cup for his team. He became the Ballon d'Or winner twice, in 1972 and 1976.

4. Elias Figueroa (Chile)

Throughout his lengthy career, Figueroa played defense for a variety of teams, including his hometown club, the Santiago Wanderers, Internacional in Brazil, and Pearol in Uruguay. He obtained the Bola de Ouro, the Brazilian player of the year award, twice, even as he turned into a player with Internacional between 1972 and 1976. Three times in a row, he was awarded South American Footballer of the Year.

5. Ruud Krol (Netherlands)

His fatherland team, Ajax, became the place where he spent most of his career. Krol became considered one of the best defenders of all time due to his versatility with each foot, even when passing, his disposition, his tactical acumen, and his ability to launch attacking plays after recovering the ball. He frequently played on the left lower back or as a sweeper; however, he can also play anywhere inside the backline or as a protecting midfielder in the center of the field.