As one of the greatest Spanish wingers of all time, Francisco Gento López is deserving of the title ‘legend’. He played a prominent role in one of the most successful eras in Real Madrid’s history, that of the 1950s and 1960s. As the holder of the greatest number of European Cup trophies, he has left … Read more
Luis Suarez Miramontes is regarded as one of the greatest Spanish playmakers in the history of the beautiful game, having graced European football during the 1950s and 1960s. He was responsible for revolutionizing the midfielder’s role into something quite spectacular and mesmerizing for the eye to behold. He was regarded as one of Spain’s greatest … Read more
This name Vinnie Jones may well cause a few sniggers and certainly, look significantly out of place compared to other soccer legends. Yet, legendary status shouldn’t be attributed solely based on pure footballing ability, which was fortunate for Vincent Jones since he lacked a lot of that. During his 15-year career at the top, he … Read more
The former Irish goalkeeper Shay Given played professionally as a goalkeeper. The Republic of Ireland’s second-most capped national team player with 134 caps. Given was regarded as an agile, athletic, committed, and courageous goalkeeper with exceptional reflexes. His Premier League teammates nicknamed him Lazarus because he never misses a game or picks up injuries and … Read more
Enrique Castro González, also known as ‘Quini,’ was a spectacular striker at Sporting de Gijón and FC Barcelona. He gained legendary status due to his supremacy in front of the goal and his bravery on and off the pitch. “The Era Quini” Born on 23rd September 1949 in Oviedo, Spain, the young Quini later moved … Read more
Ferenc Puskas was goalscoring royalty during his reign in the 1950s and 1960s. It’s no wonder he was destined to become a legend who, in making Europe his kingdom, became one of the greatest footballers of the 20th century. This is his awe-inspiring story. The Hungarian Wonderkid On the 1st April 1927, Ferenc Purczeld Biró … Read more
Diego Simeone, one of Argentina’s greatest football stars, has had an illustrious playing career spanning two decades. As manager of Spanish club Atlético de Madrid, Simeone has written a new and enchanting chapter in the club’s history. ‘El Cholo’ Diego Pablo Simeone was born on the 28th April 1970 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A product … Read more
Peter Schmeichel is widely considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, but is the Great Dane Manchester United’s greatest ever keeper? As a goalkeeper, he was known for his hulking physique, rapid reflexes, saving pivotal spot-kicks, and scoring the odd goal, and had a bear-like roar that command his teammates. Schmeichel began his … Read more
Bruce Arena has built three of American soccer’s greatest dynasties, shepherded our national team to its greatest successes, and mentored so many of our best coaches and most vital players in a career spanning four decades. The head coach has won championships nearly everywhere he’s been. Five national titles at the University of Virginia, two … Read more
Mario Kempes achieved legendary status during the 1970s and 1980s in both South America and Europe. Celebrated as one of the greatest center forwards in the world, Kempes accomplished far beyond what even he thought was possible. The South American Sensation Born in the city of Bell Ville in the province of Córdoba, Argentina, on … Read more
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