Top 5 players in the this century

1.Lionel Messi

10-time LaLiga champion, seven-time Copa del Rey winner, four-time Champions League winner, six-time Champions League top scorer, 17-time FIFA FIFPro World XI, World Cup winner, two-time Copa América winner, two-time FIFA World Cup Golden Ball winner, eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, record goal scorer for Barcelona (672) and Argentina (109)

Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, Messi’s career at Barcelona and later at Paris Saint-Germain has been filled with numerous records, titles, and individual accolades, including eight  Ballon d’Or awards.

Messi winning the World Cup in Argentina in 2022 was perhaps the biggest Hollywood ending that soccer has ever seen. After losing the 2014 final, it looked like it would never happen for Messi, who had won everything else in the game for club and country, but the crowning moment of his career finally arrived at the age of 34. He scored twice in the final as Argentina beat France on penalties, sparking an outpouring of emotion and celebrations around the globe.

“This guy transcends rivalries — even between Brazil and Argentina,” Brazil legend Ronaldo said. “I saw Brazilians and people all over the world rooting for Messi. It’s a fitting finale for a genius who has marked an era

Lionel Messi at Barcelona.

2.Cristiano Ronaldo

Five-time Ballon d’Or winner, five-time Champions League winner, three-time Premier League winner, two-time LaLiga winner, two-time Serie A winner, record for most men’s international goals (130)

Cristiano Ronaldo’s story is one of a supremely talented athlete, but matched with a drive and will to win. His career is best summed up by one of his own quotes: “If you don’t believe you are the best, then you will never achieve all that you are capable of.” Ronaldo has shown that belief throughout more than two decades at the top of world soccer and often proved it to be true.

Ronaldo has achieved extraordinary success with Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and currently Al-Nassr, winning multiple league titles.

His former Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, said. “I saw Maradona a couple of times. I never saw Pelé. But Cristiano is amazing. This man is the best. Cristiano is a goal machine. There will never be another Ronaldo.”

Cristanio Ronaldo
Ronaldo at portugal

3.Zinedine Zidane

FIFA World Cup winner, UEFA European Championship winner, two-time Serie A winner, Champions League winner, LaLiga winner, Ballon d’Or winner, Intercontinental Cup winner.

Zinedine Zidane, often hailed as one of the most graceful and talented footballers of all time, had a distinguished career marked by technical brilliance and exceptional vision. Born in France, Zidane’s elegant playing style and ability to control the midfield made him a pivotal figure for both club and country. He played a crucial role in France’s 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 triumphs. At the club level, Zidane’s stint with Real Madrid was highlighted by his iconic volley in the 2002 Champions League final, which is remembered as one of the greatest goals in the competition’s history. After retiring as a player, Zidane transitioned to management and achieved remarkable success as the head coach of Real Madrid, leading them to three consecutive Champions League titles from 2016 to 2018.

4.Andrés Iniesta

 World Cup winner, two-time European Championship winner, four-time Champions League winner, nine-time LaLiga winner, Ballon d’Or runner-up

On July 11, 2010, Iniesta changed Spanish football forever. In the 116th minute of the World Cup final in Johannesburg, South Africa — with the game, tied at 0-0, having gone to extra time — Iniesta collected a pass from Cesc Fabregas inside the penalty box and coolly fired the bouncing ball low past Netherlands goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg. Cue euphoria. Spain won the game 1-0, lifting the World Cup for the first and only time, and Iniesta instantly became the most popular man in the country.

5.Xavi Hernández

An elegant, skillful playmaker, he also was a key member of one of the best club sides of the modern era — Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona. 

World Cup winner, two-time European Championship winner, two-time Champions League winner, eight-time LaLiga winner

A master midfielder, Xavi was the heartbeat of Barcelona’s and Spain’s successes, including multiple La Liga and Champions League titles, and two European Championships and a World Cup with Spain.

Xavi’s imperial 2008-09, when the midfielder — arguably the game’s best-ever passer — registered a staggering 20 assists in 35 LaLiga matches.

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