Top 10 most famous football players in the world

Many young men imitated him and, adjusting to him, asked the hairdressers to do exactly the same hairstyle as the hero of the football field. But, of course, he achieved success thanks to athletic ability. Six league titles, Champions League winner. In 2004, Beckham was recognized as the highest paid football player. He owns the championship in the number of matches played. In 2003, Queen Elizabeth II awarded David the Order of Merit in a sports career.

As part of Real Madrid, he won 8 championships and 5 European Cups. During his sports life he scored 706 goals, and also became the owner of two golden balls. He is called the white king and the lord of Real Madrid. Thanks to his virtuoso run with the ball, he was remembered by everyone for his assertiveness and indefatigable energy. The stadium was named after him and a monument was erected.

The Dutch footballer scored 425 goals. His three golden balls clearly emphasize the quality and effectiveness of each game. He had absolutely no plans to become a football player. Heart problems that were inherited were a barrier. But it so happened that the family, due to financial difficulties, was forced to settle in a house located not far from the stadium. Such a neighborhood and a meeting with a wonderful coach played a certain role in my sports career.

He is the only player to have been awarded the Ballon d'Or for three years in a row. His meteoric career began with Juventus. The title of "Best Sniper" was awarded to Michel for good results. Two-time champion of Italy, winner of the European Champions Cup, but the World Championship remained unconquered. In 1997, Platini ends his football career and is engaged in coaching. The position of UEFA President is a great final stage.

Legendary German defender. 850 matches, 111 goals, two Golden Balls, a three-time Champions Cup winner and the discovery of a new tactic called "Free back" - this is the result of a sports career. These ordinary numbers cannot always tell about perseverance and patience, about courage and perseverance. Many hours of training, difficult matches are familiar only to those who take part in them. Football fans analyze only victories, and ordinary everyday life remains behind the curtain.

He showed himself as an excellent footballer already in childhood. He got his nickname because of his young age in the Gremio team. The Brazilian athlete was applauded by the fans. Crowded Madrid "Santiago Bernabeu" (stadium in the capital of Spain) enthusiastically met the famous Ronaldinho. 765 matches, 297 goals - this is an effort, and the awards are the Golden Ball, the title of Champion of Spain (twice winner), the winner of the Champions League and the recognition of football fans.

French footballer and great coach. His name is firmly on the list of the greatest football players in the world. Three titles of the best football player, the Golden Ball, the World Champion, the European Champion, the best coach of the Real Madrid club - these achievements speak volumes. But, probably, the most enthusiastic words were uttered by the fans, who like this talented person, called “Zizi” for short.

There is probably not a single person on planet Earth who has not heard this name. Coming from a simple family, an Argentinean boy at the age of six received a ball as a gift. This significant event determined the future. He is called both God and the Devil. To play like that on the field, you need to have a certain gift. Italian Champion, Best Player, World Champion, Argentina Champion. These titles are enough for the love and recognition of football fans.

The Brazilian athlete is called the "King of Football". Remarkable 1228 goals, three league titles. When Pelé scored his 1,000th goal in November 1969, the day was celebrated in Santos as Pelé's day. The game of an outstanding striker was able to stop hostilities for some time. Two opposing sides came to watch the game of the famous football player and forgot about the desire to fight. He is considered the second footballer of the 20th century.

This Argentine soccer player is the best player of all time. Speaking from the age of 17, he has already won the title of champion of Spain (8 times), the winner of the Champions League (4 times). The list of victories is endless - Spanish Cup (5 times), Spanish Super Cup (7 times), European Super Cup (3 times) and others. Five golden balls and three golden boots. Young and energetic Lionel never ceases to amaze. Football fans will hear about it more than once.

Success comes only when a person knows his goals. Gradually, step by step, he is sure to achieve the desired results. Of course, for this you need to make every effort and certainly believe in your own talent. Famous football players came to triumph thanks to intensive training and a responsible attitude to their favorite work.