Three-peat is called three successive Champions League Titles which is referred towards Real Madrid. In the modern era, Los Blancos is the only club to earn one of the most unique and unparalleled accomplishments. Back in the 1970’s this feat was achieved by Ajax and Bayern as well. It is unlikely that this sort of climax might even be replicated by the record-holding clubs. Let's have a look back at the journey of the Champions League three-peat. Champions League 2015-16 Real Madrid finished the group stage of 15-16 with the most points ( 16 ). This is the best one in their three-peat journey. Los Blancos passed through Roma 4-0 on aggregate in the round of 16. Cristiano Ronaldo's genius resulted in a turnaround in the Quarter-Finals. La Liga giant faced off the Pellegrini’s City in Semi-Finals. Real went into the Finals with a slight margin of 1-0 victory. The Vikings took on arch-rival Atletico Madrid in the Finals. The contest remained all square at full-time and relied ev...
Premier League is considered the best league in the football continent. Due to the immense popularity and hype of the Premier League, the players that remained part of it are already in the history books. It is a fact that football fans are more willing towards Premier League compared to other leagues. Here we have the best 15 players in history that have the privilege to play in the Premier League.
15. Patrick Viera
One of the finest central defensive midfielder that stepped into the Premier League is Patrick Viera. Whenever any defensive midfielder gives a stunning performance they are measured with the class of Viera.
Patrick Viera not only captained Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal but also played the role of an armour. He led The Gunners to “The Invincibles” as the only team in the history of the Premier League to remain unbeaten. His defensive effectiveness enabled him to win 11 Titles with Arsenal.
14. Peter Schmeichel
The Danish Goalkeeper was like a shield for the United of Sir Alex. Undoubtedly, the most reliable keeper of the 90s in the Premier League is Peter Schmeichel. He had saved The Red Devils on several occasions through his renowned star jumps.
Peter Schmeichel has played 310 EPL games and secured 129 clean sheets. Man United legend clinched 5 EPL Titles along with the famous Treble of 1999 as captain. Moreover, he is also the most Danish capped player with 129 International games.
13. Eric Cantona
A fantastic player for Leeds and a revolutionary man for The Red Devils. Cantona has played a massive role in the Manchester United revival. He has not only impacted United’s performance through his game but also with his leadership qualities.
The French legend made 156 appearances in EPL and remained part of United’s squad for 5 seasons. He won 4 Premier League Titles during that period and today the world counts him as one of the best ever player in Premier League history.
12. Gianfranco Zola
One of the most memorable player for Chelsea is Gianfranco Zola. He was identified as a wizard for his outstanding skills and quickness. Zola and Lampard have similar characteristics and both played a significant role for uplifting Chelsea Football Club.
Zola played 229 games in the Premier League and had 90 Goal contribution that splits into 59 Goals and 42 Assists. While serving The Blues, The Italian man had won 6 Titles with Chelsea.
11. Nemanja Vidic
Serbian origin was one of the most dedicated defender of his generation. Vidic was one of the very few defenders to whom players had feared due to his ferocious defending and strong physique.
Alongside Ferdinand, the duo had constructed a metallic wall in front of the opposition. Vidic has left his mark in the biggest league in Europe and a role model for several defenders. Manchester United legend has played 211 games in EPL and won 5 EPL Titles that include 3 successive Premier League Trophies from 2007-2009.
10. Dennis Bergkamp
The Dutch legend is not only the best player in English football but also one of the Greatest player in the football globe. He served the Premier League for 11 years and gave decisive performances for The Gunners.
Bergkamp’s game was composed of outrageous dribbling and outstanding finishing. He was the accelerator of Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal who helped them to clinch 3 EPL Titles. Arsenal hero has 315 appearances in EPL and netted 181 Goals and 94 Assists.
9. Rio Ferdinand
When there is a list of the best players in the league then how could anyone forget Rio Ferdinand, a six-time champion of the Premier League. The duo of Ferdinand and Vidic is a sign of United’s success from 2006-2014 and took 14 Titles to Old Trafford.
The Englishman was the solid benchmark for the young defenders. He has filled all the gaps that are required for a perfect defense. Ferdinand has registered 504 Games in the Premier League and won 6 EPL Trophies in his magnificent career.
8. Steven Gerrard
Maybe many won’t accept this. Since Steven Gerrard has never won The Premier League Title. However, he has performed amazingly in EPL whenever Liverpool needed him the most.
Gerrard is one of those players that was always a massive worry for Manchester United. He has scored many times against The Red Devils including a brace in 3-0 win at Old Trafford. Despite not winning The EPL Trophy once, he was part of the PFA Team of The Year 8 Times. He has played 504 Games and scored 120 Goals in the Premier League.
7. Frank Lampard
Chelsea legend Frank Lampard is one of the very few midfielders who have scored many Goals. Midfield is usually known for linking up with the front and back side of the team. Whereas Frank Lampard did that too and netted Goals as well.
In his magnificent career, Lampard won 13 Titles including 3 EPL Trophies where he contributed in 91 Goals. Lampard has appeared on 452 occasions in EPL and scored 152 Times as a Midfield player. Incredible!
6. Cristiano Ronaldo
Undoubtedly, The Greatest Player of all Time Cristiano Ronaldo is on 6th. The Portuguese talisman could be number 1 EPL Player if he had played 3-4 more seasons. However, he has achieved several milestones in his 6 years with United.
One of the golden piece of Sir Alex's managerial career was bringing 5 Times Ballon d’Or to The Premier League. Ronaldo is the only EPL midfielder who has scored 42 Goals in a season. He won 9 Titles with Manchester United including 3 EPL Trophies in 3 successive years.
5. Paul Scholes
The Englishman was the crucial factor of Manchester United success in the 21st century. Scholes was a terrific ball moving player that was able to make things from nowhere. Even his close rivals like Zidane can’t resist applauding Scholes unique class.
The Red Devils were lucky to have a player like him who was able to unlock the opposition defense chain. Scholes has won 11 Premier League Titles which is almost thrice of hundreds of players. He has 499 appearances in the Premier League with 107 Goals and 55 Assists.
4. Alan Shearer
The top scorer of Premier League history is Alan Shearer. Most of the players in this list have won several EPL trophies. However, this man had won it once in 1995 with Blackburn Rovers. Shearer's influence on EPL history is recognizable due to his insane Goal prowess.
Moreover, he has never played for any big club like Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea yet The EPL Top Scorer with 260 Goals. In 2004, the best EPL goal scorer became part of the English Football Hall of Fame.
3. Didier Drogba
Chelsea’s most prolific goal scorer Didier Drogba is on No.3. He was a major factor in bringing victories for Chelsea from 2005-2012. Many English pundits had raised fingers on Jose Mourinho for signing him but the time has proved Mourinho right.
Drogba is considered as The Big Game player that could change match position at any moment. The Chelsea legend had won 4 EPL Titles and scored 104 Goals in 254 outings. Whenever an EPL game needs a clutch goal he is given as a reference due to his decisive class.
2. Sergio Aguero
The Argentine striker is one of the best ever finisher that the Premier League world has ever seen. He has played a big role in the making of Manchester City. An enormous credit goes to Sergio Aguero for promoting City as what they are today.
The First Ever Premier League Glory for City came through the famous strike of Aguero. The Citizens did not only win the Premier League title in fact they snatched it from the hands of Manchester United. City’s talisman has scored 184 Goals alongwith 47 Assists and won 5 Premier Leagues in 10 Years.
1. Thierry Henry
Arsenal legend and The Best ever player in the Premier League history is none other than Thierry Henry. Arsenal's strength and Wenger's hope was all laid down on Henry’s shoulders.
Henry was a player that offered a lot in a single spoon. He was a fine dribbler, passer and a killer in front of the opposition Goalkeeper. The Frenchman spent eight and a half years playing on English soil and scored 175 Goals with 74 Assists. In addition, he won 2 Premier League championships, one of which was Invincible in 2003–04.
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Aguero must be on first. Henry is surely the best. But Aguero developed City's history. That aguero moment brought the Glory path for City. Steven gerrard😂😂 a coal between Golds. He didn't get epl omce.
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