The global footballer’s union, FIFPro, selected best footballers of the 2006-07 season. Barcelona dominated the list with 3 players (Ronaldinho, Lionel Messi and Carles Puyol) and Spanish league and English premier league topped the list with 4 players followed by Italian Series A with 3 players. No player from any other league selected into this team highlighting the lack of awareness about other leagues even among professional footballers.
44,000 professional footballers voted to select the best team of 2006-07 season. FIFPro was shortlisted 55 footballers to select the best 11 players.
FIFPro best football team for 2006-07 season:
1. Goal-keeper: Buffon. Peter Cech missed due to injury and Buffon’s wonderful performance in 2006 Soccer world cup.
2. Defenders:
A. Nesta: Wonderful performances for Italy (Football World cup) and AC Milan (Champions Trophy).
B. Cannavaro: Player of the tournament in 2006 world cup.
C. John Terry: Solid performance for Chelsea. Vidic and Ferdinand narrowly missed the selection despite superb performances for Manchester United.
D. Puyol: Star defender for Barcelona.
3. Mid-Fielders: Cesc Fabregas and Frank Lampard may give tough completion in the next year selection.
A. Cristiano Ronaldo: Major force behind Manchester United success.
B. Kaka: He is world’s best footballer in the last season. He dicimated Manchester United in the Champions League with a stunning display.
C. Steven Gerrard: Liverpool’s sole inspirational figure despite average performances for England.
4. Forwards:
A. Lionel Messi: My favourite player. If Argentina coach were believed in his abilities, Argentina would have won the 2006 FIFA world Cup in Germany.
B. Didier Drogba: Indomitable force in the Chelsea lineup.
C. Ronaldinho: Controversial selection. Totti should be selected in his place. Sometimes, aura works.
Missing stars: Van Nistelrooy, Totti, Andrea Pirlo, Vidic, Ferdinand etc.
Please share your opinion on this selection.
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