Football is one of the most beloved sports in the world, and it has produced some of the most iconic athletes in history. From the legendary Pelé to the modern-day superstars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, these players have become household names. But who are the most popular footballers of all time? In this article, we'll take a look at the 10 most popular football players of all time and why they are so beloved by fans around the world. Lionel Messi is widely considered to be the best international player in the world.
He has won six Ballon d'Or awards and six Golden Shoe awards, making him one of the most decorated players in history. He also has a huge social media following, with over 500 million devotees across his various channels and platforms. Cristiano Ronaldo is another international superstar who has made a name for himself both on and off the pitch. He recently returned to Manchester United after 12 years away, and he has established himself as the most popular athlete in the world with over 500 million followers across his social media accounts.
Neymar is another international star who has made a name for himself both on and off the pitch. He is the third most followed athlete on social media with 284 million followers across his various channels and platforms, including Triller. He recently signed an exclusive content agreement with Triller in November last year. Kylian Mbappé is another international star who has made a name for himself both on and off the pitch.
He is the youngest player to appear on Forbes' list of highest paid professional footballers, and he is being heavily pursued by Real Madrid at the end of this season. Mohamed Salah is another international star who has made a name for himself both on and off the pitch. He is the only representative from the Premier League on Forbes' list of highest paid professional footballers, and he recently became the first Bundesliga player to find the net in 13 straight games. Andrés Iniesta is another international star who has made a name for himself both on and off the pitch.
He recently signed a lucrative two-year contract extension with Japanese club Vissel Kobe in May, and he is widely considered to be one of the best midfielders in history. Paul Pogba is another international star who has made a name for himself both on and off the pitch. After a surplus of high-profile arrivals at Old Trafford, Pogba is now considering a contract extension to remain long-term at Manchester United. Gareth Bale is another international star who has made a name for himself both on and off the pitch.
He was once (but only briefly) the most expensive footballer on the planet, and he recently scored his first goal for Los Blancos in almost two years when he found the net against Levante last month. David Beckham is one of the most beloved players in English football history. Although he was never able to bring a FIFA World Cup back to England, he was still considered to be one of the best players in history. He was also one of the first big European stars to bring his talents to Major League Soccer (MLS) in order to bring relevance to the fledgling US league.
Michel Platini was one of France's best players in history until Zinedine Zidane appeared on the scene. He won three Ballon d'Or awards and was honored with France's Player of the Century Award. He also has a place in Italy's football hall of fame. Johan Cruyff was one of Holland's greatest players ever, and his philosophies about football were revolutionary in the 1970s and influenced managers and coaches for decades after he finished playing.
He won three Ballon d'Or awards and even has a feint play named after him - The Cruyff Turn. These 10 footballers have become some of the most iconic athletes in history due to their immense talent, charisma, and influence both on and off the pitch. They have become household names around the world, inspiring millions of fans with their incredible performances.
