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

Modified Jun 11, 2018 10:23 GMT

Left Midfielder: Zinedine Zidane (France)

Zinedine Zidane won the World Cup for France in 1998 and almost achieved the feat again when he guided them to the final in 2006. Zidane was the talismanic player in that brilliant French team of 1998 and also scored 2 goals in the 3-0 victory over Brazil in the final. France suffered the ignominy of not being able to qualify from their group in the 2002 World Cup. However, they bounced back to reach the 2006 World Cup final before losing to Italy in a penalty shootout. Zidane was again imperious in that tournament and shone in the matches against Brazil and Spain.

Zidane is one of the most successful footballers of all time and was known for his superb ball-control, elegant passing and dribbling and exceptional vision. He appeared in 3 World Cups and played in 16 matches. The fact that he had almost won a World Cup for his country at the age of 34 speaks volumes of his ability as a footballer.

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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