World Cup 2018: The Greatest World Cup XI of all time

Modified Jun 11, 2018 10:23 GMT

Centre Back: Bobby Moore (England)

Bobby Moore was the English World Cup winning captain in 1966. Pele termed him as the toughest defender he had faced and that eulogy is sufficient to underline Moore’s prowess as a footballer. Moore was the primary reason behind England’s triumph in 1966 and performed exceptionally in the 1970 World Cup as well. He was known for his brilliant anticipation and intelligent positioning.

In all, Moore represented England in 3 World Cups and played 14 matches. He remains one of the greatest defenders to have graced the game and also the only English captain to win the coveted trophy.

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Subhadeep, an adept tennis journalist at Sportskeeda, has been writing about the sport for seven years. He is known for his exclusive match reviews and opinion pieces, utilizing his MBA degree to tackle them effectively with his problem-solving abilities.

Subhadeep lives and breathes tennis. He watches matches regularly and engages in social media platforms to stay on top of the latest happenings. As a writer, he brings the fan's perspective to his pieces, ensuring his readers enjoy an exceptional experience every time.

Growing up, he idolized Boris Becker, but he now firmly believes Novak Djokovic stands alone as the 'Greatest of all Time', especially considering the 24-time Grand Slam champion's incredible stats. One thing that still puzzles Subhadeep, however, is how Becker's Wimbledon tally might have reached five if not for Pete Sampras.

Speaking of the All England Club, the British Major holds a special place in his heart as he admires its blend of tradition and grass-court excellence. When not working for Sportskeeda, Subhadeep delves into the other "love of his life": football, and enjoys contributing his insights to different websites dedicated to the sport.

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Edited by Amar Anand