The English magazine FourFourTwo has updated its ranking of the 100 greatest footballers of all time, with Lionel Messi sitting at the top.
The Argentine has surpassed legends Pelé and Diego Maradona, confirming his status as one of the greatest icons in football history.
Messi’s eternal rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, is ranked fourth, while the top ten also features names such as Johann Cruyff, Zinedine Zidane, Franz Beckenbauer, Alfredo Di Stéfano, Ronaldo “the Phenomenon,” and George Best.
The highest-ranked Italian is Paolo Maldini, in 19th place, while the greatest goalkeeper of all time is considered to be Russia’s Lev Yashin, who is ranked 22nd.
Top 10 Greatest Footballers According to “FourFourTwo”:
Lionel Messi
Pelé
Diego Maradona
Cristiano Ronaldo
Johann Cruyff
Zinedine Zidane
Franz Beckenbauer
Alfredo Di Stéfano
Ronaldo “the Phenomenon”
George Best
This ranking brings renewed attention to the history and legends of world football, reflecting their lasting impact on the most popular game in the world.
