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The word legend is one that is often overused in the world of football, but in terms of Manchester City and the Premier League, it certainly is justified when talking about David Silva. Having been tracked by the likes of Arsenal and Manchester United during his days at Valencia, Silva …

Samuel Eto’o established himself as one of the most feared forwards in European football during a stellar career at the highest level, a prolific goalscorer widely recognised as one of African football’s all-time greats. The Cameroonian scored prolifically throughout his career and won the Champions League on three occasions, becoming …

It is not outlandish to suggest that Real Madrid – arguably the biggest club in world football – may not hold quite the same esteem without the contribution of Alfredo Di Stefano. Di Stefano, in the eyes of many, remains the greatest player ever to adorn the Spanish side’s famed …

Arguably Scandinavia’s greatest footballing export, Michael Laudrup became one of the most elegantly talented players in football history during a career at the pinnacle of European football. Winner of league titles in Italy, Spain and the Netherlands, Laudrup is one of the few players to play on both sides of …

There are few players in football who revolutionise the sport to an extent that their impact remains just as vivid decades later, but the career of Franz Beckenbauer saw the German become arguably the greatest defender to have ever graced the game. The first defender in history to win the …

Kaka’s legacy will forever be associated with a brief yet brilliant peak as the world’s best player, an elegant creative talent who glided past opponents with mesmeric ease to become a great of Brazilian football. Kaka’s career saw him overcome a career-threatening spinal injury to establish himself as one of …

One of the greatest players in the history of Spanish football, Raul was the homegrown hero amongst a host of Galactico signings during a record-breaking career at Real Madrid. The forward won six league titles and three Champions League trophies amongst an extensive collection of major honours at the Bernabeu, scoring …

Few players see their achievements recognised with the retirement of their shirt number, fewer still at clubs of the gargantuan size of AC Milan. Franco Baresi, however, was no ordinary player. The icon of Italian football is still held up as the benchmark for defenders in the modern game, a …

The career of Alessandro del Piero saw the forward become a legendary figure for both Juventus and Italy, becoming the all-time record goalscorer and appearance maker for the former during an illustrious spell in Turin. His status as a Juventus icon was earned courtesy of 290 goals in all competitions, …

When it comes to saying it straight, few football managers get close to the one and only Mick McCarthy. Born in Barnsley, South Yorkshire as the son of an Irish immigrant it’s no surprise Mick is rarely afraid to speak his mind when in range of a microphone. Before becoming …