top 10 Football Players 2013
1- Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi is undoubtedly the best soccer player in the world nowadays. The 25 year old striker showcased a powerful performance in 2012 registering 91 goals to his name for Barcelona and Argentina National Team. He won the FIFA Ballon d’Or award (FIFA Player of the Year Award) for year 2012 making him the only player in the world to achieve this milestone for the fourth time in a row. In season 2012-2013 he was the highest goal scorer in La Liga with 39 goals to his name.
His strengths are the blistering pace, dribbling skills, excellent control, ball rotation and shooting. He is amongst the most highly paid athletes in the world with a huge fan following in all parts of the world where soccer is followed. Many critics regard him one of the greatest international football player ever from Argentina. He is very influential with some crazy fans anxious to see him live in action.
2- Christiano Ronaldo
One of the most attractive and good looking soccer players, Christiano Ronaldo is the first runner up in our list. The Captain of Portugal National Team and main striker for Spanish Club Real Madrid, his goal scoring capabilities have impressed many experts. His strengths are shooting, excellent control with some very good ball rotation and goal scoring moves. The season 2012-2013 was alright for him where he has scored almost 40 goals till date along with 5 goals in 13 international appearances (2012), scored 24 goals playing for Real Madrid (2012-2013) second highest in season, while being nominated for FIFA Ballon d’Or award 2012 losing out to Lionel Messi. He was named FIFA Player of the year in 2008 and has scored most number of goals for Real Madrid.
3- Andres Iniesta
Andres Iniesta (Born on 11 May 1984) is the 29 years old central mid fielder who represents FC Barcelona and Spain National Football Team. His contribution in World Cup 2010 and Euro 2012 victory is something unforgettable by Spanish fans. The way he tackles the ball, make goal scoring moves and goal shooting technique is an inspiration for upcoming football players.
4- Wayne Rooney
One of the most consistent English strikers representing “Manchester United” (the most famous football club in the world) and England National Team Wayne Rooney stands out with his excellent performance. The 27 year old (28 years in October 2013) Rooney made his debut in 2003 and has since than represented England National Team in 2006 and 2010 FIFA World Cup. The season 2012-2013 is not as good as it should have been scoring 14 goals in 27 appearances for Manchester United and he had only 5 international fixtures in 2012 with England National Team in Euro 2012 where he scored 4 goals. After David Beckham he is the only English Footballer who has been consistently making it into the list of best soccer players.
5- Neymar
Neymar is the youngest sensation in the world of Football. This Brazilian striker brings back the art to soccer, at such a young age and short career spam he has impressed football geeks through his excellent ball control and goal scoring moves. His technique could be a nightmare even for the strongest opponents like Spain and France. His talent and performance reflects his potential which could help Brazil bring the World Cup Trophy to their country.
6- Xavi Hernandez
This energetic and competent resource is one of the key strengths for World Champions Span and FC Barcelona Club. The 33 years old central midfielder has been capped over 110 times since his debut in the year 2000. He was a key member of 2010 World Cup and 2012 Euro Champion Spanish Team. The sublime technician has the ability to retain ball possession during pressure situations and accurately pass the ball to create a goal scoring opportunity.
7- Zlatan Ibrahimovic
The Captain of Sweden Football Team Zlatan Ibrahimović represents AC Milan and gets paid highly for his soccer skills. The 32 years old player is known for his speed, stamina and goal shooting skills.
8- Fernando Torres
Known as the fastest player in the Premiere League, Fernando Torres hails from the soils of Portugal. He is regarded as a good looking and well skilled asset conserved with Portugese National Football team. His speed and ball control skills are annoying for opposition defenders.
9- Robin Van Persie
Robin Van Persie is a Dutch Footballer who represents Netherlands Football team internationally and Arsenal in Premiere League. Born in August 1983, this player has still maintained his form and fitness after crossing 30’s age barrier. His strengths are the ability to nudge ball forward and accurate shooting into the opposition goal line.
10- Mesut Ozil
Mesut Ozil is the German striker who enjoyed limelight through Euro 2012 performance. His strengths include pace, ball possession, dribbling and accurate passing. Some experts regard him as one of the finest new talent who will soon become a top class player.
Kaka
Ricardo Izecson commonly known as Kaka is undoubtedly the backbone of Brazil National Football Team. His role as a central midfielder is integral for the victory of Brazilian National Team and the Premiere League club Real Madrid. He has too many fans for being the only sports person ever to grab a record breaking 10 Million followers on famous social networking website Twitter. He won the FIFA world Player of the year award in 2007
Iker Casillas
The role of goal keeper in football can not be denied. Iker Casillas has been the best goal keeper in recent times and has helped Spain reach victory stand quite a few times through his excellent goal saves. He surely deserves his place amongst top 10 football players 2013.
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