The Top 20 French Players in History
Summary
TLDRThis video highlights the top 20 greatest French footballers who have left a lasting impact on the sport. From midfielders like Jean Tigana to modern stars such as Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappé, it explores their achievements at both club and international levels. The list includes legendary players like Thierry Henry, Michel Platini, and Zinedine Zidane, who is celebrated as the best French player. With insights into their career-defining moments and honors, the video invites viewers to weigh in on who they believe is the greatest in French football history.
Takeaways
- 🏆 France has two World Cup titles, solidifying its place among the greatest football nations.
- 🥇 Zinedine Zidane is considered the greatest French football player of all time, known for his elegance and skill.
- 🥈 Michel Platini follows closely behind Zidane, celebrated for his leadership and offensive prowess.
- 🥉 Thierry Henry is recognized for his power and grace, being one of the toughest opponents for defenders.
- 🏅 The French national team has produced numerous legends who have left an indelible mark on football.
- 👕 John Tigana, a defensive midfielder, is noted for his work rate and incisive passing, winning multiple titles with Bordeaux.
- 🥋 Marius Tresor was a powerful and athletic defender, known for his leadership and ability to read the game.
- 🏟️ David Trezeguet was known for his powerful shots and heading ability, scoring crucial goals in international tournaments.
- 🏉 Antoine Griezmann is recognized for his speed, skill, and goal-scoring ability, winning the 2018 World Cup with France.
- 🏓 Jean Pierre Papin was a prolific goal scorer with incredible heading ability, winning multiple league titles.
- 🏒 Karim Benzema is known for his skills and goal-scoring ability, winning numerous titles with Real Madrid.
Q & A
Who is ranked 20th in the list of top French football players?
-Jean Tigana is ranked 20th. He was known for his work rate, driving runs, teamwork, and incisive passing. He won Euro 1984 with France and was a runner-up for the 1984 Ballon d'Or.
What is notable about Marius Trésor’s contributions to French football?
-Marius Trésor, ranked 19th, was known for his athleticism, leadership, and impeccable positioning as a defender. He captained Bordeaux to a league title and earned 65 caps for France, representing them in two World Cups.
What were David Trezeguet’s key achievements for France?
-David Trezeguet, ranked 18th, was a crucial part of France's squad that won the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000, where he scored the winning 'golden goal' in the final. He scored 34 goals for France.
What makes Antoine Griezmann a fan favorite, according to the list?
-Antoine Griezmann, ranked 17th, is known for his quickness, skill, and ability to both score and assist. He won the 2018 World Cup and 2020 UEFA Nations League with France and has been the top scorer in major tournaments like Euro 2016.
What distinguishes Jean-Pierre Papin in French football history?
-Ranked 16th, Jean-Pierre Papin was renowned for his powerful shots and headers. He won numerous league titles in France and Europe, was the top scorer in the European Cup three times in a row, and won the 1991 Ballon d'Or.
Why is Karim Benzema regarded as one of the best French forwards?
-Ranked 15th, Karim Benzema is praised for his goal-scoring ability, quick feet, and playmaking skills. He has won multiple titles with Real Madrid, including five Champions League trophies, and was awarded the Ballon d'Or in 2022.
How did N'Golo Kanté impact both club and international football?
-N'Golo Kanté, ranked 14th, was known for his work rate and defensive abilities. He won major trophies with Leicester City and Chelsea, including the Premier League and Champions League, and was part of France's 2018 World Cup-winning team.
What are Olivier Giroud’s main accomplishments in French football?
-Olivier Giroud, ranked 13th, is France’s all-time top scorer with 57 goals. He won the 2018 World Cup and achieved domestic and European success with clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, and AC Milan.
What legacy did Raymond Kopa leave in French football?
-Ranked 12th, Raymond Kopa was known for his dribbling and goal-scoring in the 1950s. He won three consecutive European Cups with Real Madrid and was awarded the Ballon d'Or in 1958.
Why is Zinedine Zidane considered the greatest French footballer of all time?
-Zinedine Zidane, ranked 1st, is regarded for his elegance, creativity, and ability to perform in crucial moments. He won the 1998 World Cup, Euro 2000, the 2002 Champions League, and multiple individual awards including the Ballon d'Or.
Outlines
⚽ Legendary Beginnings: France's Football Heritage
France has been home to numerous football legends who have left a lasting legacy on the sport, with the French national team winning two World Cups. The video delves into the top 20 players who made a significant impact on French football history. The 20th spot is occupied by Jean Tigana, a versatile midfielder known for his teamwork and passing. Tigana had a stellar club career in France and a successful international stint, including winning Euro 1984 and being runner-up for the Ballon d'Or that same year.
🛡️ The Defenders of French Football
19th place belongs to Marius Trésor, a powerful defender with excellent positioning and leadership skills. He spent much of his club career in France, notably with Marseille and Bordeaux, where he won league titles. On the international stage, Trésor earned 65 caps for France, scoring a crucial goal in the 1982 World Cup semi-finals. In 18th place is David Trezeguet, known for his scoring ability, powerful shots, and heading. He played for clubs like Monaco and Juventus, winning titles domestically and internationally. His golden goal in the 2000 Euro final remains a career highlight.
🏃♂️ French Football Stars On the Rise
Antoine Griezmann ranks 17th for his speed, skill, and goal-scoring abilities. A key player for clubs like Atlético Madrid and Barcelona, he’s won various trophies, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup with France. Griezmann is the fourth-highest goal scorer for the French national team. In 16th place, Jean-Pierre Papin is recognized for his incredible heading and powerful shots, with a career filled with league titles and individual accolades, including a Ballon d'Or in 1991. Despite not winning major trophies with France, Papin’s goal-scoring prowess at both the club and international level is undisputed.
🎯 The Playmakers and Goal Machines
Karim Benzema, ranked 15th, is hailed for his versatility, scoring, and playmaking. He had a glittering career at Lyon and Real Madrid, winning multiple league titles and Champions League trophies. Despite a scandal that kept him out of France's 2018 World Cup squad, he still left a significant mark on both his club and national careers. In 14th place, N’Golo Kanté is admired for his immense energy, defensive work, and ball-winning abilities. Kanté's career includes major wins with Leicester City, Chelsea, and the French national team, including the 2018 World Cup and UEFA Nations League.
💪 The Tall and Strong Giants of French Football
Olivier Giroud takes the 13th spot for his height, strength, and goal-scoring abilities. Having played for clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, and AC Milan, Giroud’s international success includes winning the 2018 World Cup and being France’s all-time top scorer with 57 goals. In 12th place is Raymond Kopa, a star from the 1950s known for his quick dribbling and passing. Kopa played for Reims and Real Madrid, winning multiple European Cups and a Ballon d'Or in 1958. Though France did not win major trophies during his time, Kopa remains a highly respected figure in French football.
👑 The Leaders and Visionaries
Eric Cantona, ranked 11th, is remembered for his creativity, confidence, and goal-scoring abilities. While his club career, particularly with Manchester United, was highly successful, his international achievements were more modest, with the UEFA U21 Championship being his only major title. Laurent Blanc, in 10th place, is admired for his intelligence and leadership on the field. Blanc's club career includes triumphs with Barcelona and Manchester United, but his most notable achievements came on the international stage, where he helped France win the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000.
🚀 The Speedsters and Record Breakers
Kylian Mbappé, ranked 9th, is known for his incredible speed and scoring ability. Starting at Monaco, Mbappé quickly rose to prominence and became PSG’s all-time top scorer. His international career has also been remarkable, including a World Cup win in 2018 and a runner-up finish in 2022. Just Fontaine, ranked 8th, is famous for his extraordinary goal-scoring ability, particularly at the 1958 World Cup, where he scored 13 goals—a record that still stands today. Sadly, Fontaine’s career was cut short by injury, but his legacy as one of France’s greatest strikers remains intact.
🛡️ The Warriors and Defensive Masters
Didier Deschamps, in 7th place, earned the nickname 'The Water Carrier' for his ability to do the hard work that allowed his teammates to excel. As captain, Deschamps led France to victory in both the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000, cementing his place as a French football legend. Marcel Desailly, ranked 6th, was a dominant and technically gifted defender. His club career saw success at Marseille, AC Milan, and Chelsea, while his international achievements include victories in the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000, making him one of France’s most decorated defenders.
🏅 The Complete Footballers
Lilian Thuram, in 5th place, is praised for his strength, athleticism, and tactical awareness. He played successfully in top European leagues and was crucial in France’s 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 triumphs. Patrick Vieira, ranked 4th, is considered one of the most complete midfielders, excelling in defense and attack. As captain of Arsenal’s 'Invincibles,' Vieira won numerous Premier League titles and was a key player in France’s World Cup and Euro victories.
🏆 The Greatest French Icons
Thierry Henry, ranked 3rd, was known for his speed, technique, and scoring ability, becoming Arsenal’s all-time leading scorer and helping France win the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000. Michel Platini, in 2nd place, was a complete attacking midfielder, renowned for his creativity, free kicks, and leadership. Platini won three consecutive Ballon d'Or awards and led France to victory at Euro 1984, solidifying his place as one of football’s greatest players.
⚡ The King of French Football: Zinedine Zidane
Zinedine Zidane takes the top spot for his elegance, creativity, and ability to perform in the biggest matches. His club career reached its peak at Real Madrid, where he won the Champions League and La Liga. Zidane’s international career includes leading France to the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000. Despite being sent off in the 2006 World Cup final, he was named the tournament’s best player. Zidane is remembered as one of the greatest footballers of all time, and the only player to win both FIFA's Player and Coach of the Year awards.
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Keywords
💡Les Bleus
💡World Cup
💡Ballon d'Or
💡Golden Boot
💡UEFA European Championship
💡Zinedine Zidane
💡Patrick Vieira
💡Defensive Midfielder
💡Striker
💡Kylian Mbappé
Highlights
France has long produced legendary football players, with two World Cup titles solidifying their national team's place among the greatest in football history.
In 20th place is Jean Tigana, known for his tireless work rate, incisive passing, and role in France's Euro 1984 victory.
Marius Trésor, ranked 19th, was a powerful and athletic defender who captained Bordeaux to a league title and played in two World Cups for France.
David Trezeguet, ranked 18th, scored the decisive Golden Goal in the Euro 2000 final and was part of France's 1998 World Cup-winning squad.
Antoine Griezmann, ranked 17th, is known for his versatility, having scored 44 goals for France and winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the 2020 UEFA Nations League.
Jean-Pierre Papin, 16th place, was a prolific goal scorer, winning the Ballon d'Or in 1991, and achieved success with clubs like Marseille, AC Milan, and Bayern Munich.
Karim Benzema, ranked 15th, won numerous titles with Real Madrid, including five UEFA Champions League trophies, and the 2022 Ballon d'Or.
N'Golo Kanté, 14th place, was crucial in Leicester City's iconic Premier League title win and France's 2018 World Cup triumph, known for his incredible work rate.
Olivier Giroud, ranked 13th, is France's all-time top scorer with 57 goals and won the 2018 FIFA World Cup, also achieving major club successes in England and Italy.
Raymond Kopa, 12th place, a Ballon d'Or winner in 1958, is remembered for his dribbling and passing skills, winning three consecutive European Cups with Real Madrid.
Eric Cantona, ranked 11th, was known for his flair and leadership, winning multiple Premier League titles with Manchester United but had limited international success.
Laurent Blanc, 10th place, played a key role in France's 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 victories, known for his intelligence and leadership at the back.
Kylian Mbappé, ranked 9th, has already achieved remarkable success, winning the 2018 World Cup at just 19 years old and becoming France's third-highest all-time scorer.
Just Fontaine, ranked 8th, holds the record for the most goals in a single World Cup tournament, scoring 13 goals in 1958.
Zinedine Zidane, ranked 1st, is widely regarded as the greatest French footballer ever, winning the 1998 World Cup, Euro 2000, and achieving global success with Real Madrid.
Transcripts
France has long been the birthplace of
footballing Legends with players from
lay Blu are leaving an indelible mark on
the beautiful game with two World Cup
titles the French national team has
solidified its place as one of the
greatest in history in this video we'll
take a look at the top 20 players who
have made the biggest impact in French
football history in 20th Place is John
tagana primarily a defensive midfielder
he became a box-to-box player due to his
work rate driving runs teamwork and
incisive passing at Club level tagana
spent his entire career in France
including three years each with tulon
and Leon he then spent eight seasons
with Bordeaux winning three League
titles and two domestic cups and two
seasons with Marseilles winning the
league in both with France John tagana
Won Euro 1984 and was a runner up for
the 1984 balandor tagana also became the
French player of the year in 1984 in
19th Place is Marius tzor a powerful and
athletic Defender tzor was known for his
impeccable positioning leadership and
ability to read the game he spent the
majority of his Club career in France
playing for axio marel and Bordeaux with
marel he won the French Cup in 1976 and
later captained Bordeaux to a league
title on the international stage tror
earned 65 caps for France and Captain in
the national team representing his
country in two World Cups he scored a
crucial goal in the 1982 World Cup
semi-finals although France eventually
lost on penalties individually trasa was
named French player of the year
cementing his status as one of the best
French Defenders of his time in the 18th
plac is David T gay Trees gay was known
for his powerful shots and excellent
heading ability making him a top goal
scorer he played for clubs like Monaco
Juventus and later in his career River
Plate with Monaco he won the league
title twice and with Juventus he won
Seri a Seri B and the super cuper
Italiana he also secured a title with
riverplate on the international stage
tresu was part of the squads that won
the 1998 World Cup and two years later
he won Euro 2000 in the final trees
scored the winning goal with 103 minutes
on the clock he voled home the decisive
Golden Goal across his Club career he
scored
273 goals and provided 44 assists while
with the national team he scored 34
goals in 17th Place is Antoine Griezmann
Griezmann is quick skillful and
excellent at scoring goals he can also
assist his teammates with smart passes
his hard work and determination make him
a fan favorite he has played for clubs
like real sad Atletico Madrid and
Barcelona he spent most of his time with
Atletico where he won the Spanish super
cup UEFA Europa League and UEFA super
cup with the France national team he
started by winning the UEFA European
under 19 Championship with the senior
Squad he won the 2018 FIFA World Cup and
the 2020 UEFA Nations league and he was
a runnerup in both the 2022 FIFA World
Cup and the 2016 UEFA European
Championship where he was the top scorer
of the tournament across his Club career
he has scored
269 goals and provided 121 assists and
with the national team he has scored 4
44 goals making him the fourth highest
goal scorer for France in 16th Place is
Jean Pierre papen papin was known for
his powerful shots and incredible
headers making him one of the best goal
scorers in the game he scored more than
30 goals in four consecutive seasons for
Marseilles winning four League titles
and a domestic cup before that he won a
domestic cup with Club Ruger in Belgium
Pine's goal scoring earned him a move to
AC Milan where he won two League titles
and the 1994 Champions League he then
won a UEFA cup with Bayern Munich and
ended his career in France with Bordeaux
and gwi gamp with the French national
team he unfortunately didn't win any
major trophies aside from the Kieran Cup
in 1994 individually he stood out by
being the European Cup top scorer three
times in a row winning French player of
the year twice and most notably the
balandor in 1991 across his Club career
he scored 301 goals and provided 20
assists while with the national team he
scored 30 goals in 15th Place is Kareem
Benz
benzo is known for his incredible skills
Quick feat and goal scoring ability he's
also an excellent playmaker often
assisting his teammates which makes him
a versatile forward he mainly played for
two clubs lion and Real Madrid at Lyon
he was part of four consecutive League 1
titles at Real Madrid he continued to
thrive playing a vital role in the
club's sustained success including four
La Liga titles and five UFA Champions
League trophies with the France national
team he started by winning the UFA
European under 17 Championship with the
senior senior Squad he won the 2020 UEFA
Nations league and was a runner up in
the 2022 FIFA World Cup unfortunately
Benzema missed France's 2018 World Cup
victory due to a blackmail Scandal
individually Benzema has won the Balon
door UEFA best player in Europe and has
been named French player of the year
four times across his Club career he has
scored 434 goals and provided more than
200 assists while for the national team
he scored 37 goals making him the sixth
all-time top scorer for France in 14th
Place is Angolo kante K's love for his
incredible energy and hard work on the
field he covers a lot of ground helps
defend against opponents and wins the
ball back for his team kante has played
for clubs like bolognia Leicester city
Chelsea and currently aliad he was part
of Leicester City's iconic premier
league title win in 2015 however his
Peak came with Chelsea where he won all
the major Club trophies including the
Premier League FA Cup UEFA Champions
League and FIFA Club World Cup on the
international stage won the 2018 FIFA
World Cup and two years later he secured
the UEFA Nations league title in 13th
Place is Olivier jiru Jude is tall and
strong which helps him score many goals
especially with his head he is also
skilled at passing and setting up
chances for his teammates in France he
played for clubs like estres tools and
melier outside of France he played for
prominent clubs such as Arsenal Chelsea
AC Milan and he is currently with Los
Angeles FC he achieved numerous titles
with these clubs most notably League one
with meler the UEFA Champions League
with Chelsea and Siri a with AC Milan
for the national team he won the 2018
FIFA World Cup and was a runner up at
both the UEFA European championship and
the 2022 FIFA World Cup he also won the
puskas award in 2017 for his Scorpion
Kick throughout his Club career he has
scored 287 goals and provided 97 assists
jerud remains France's all-time top
scorer with 57 goals in 137 appearances
in 12th Place Raymond Copa Copa was
known for his quick dribbling excellent
passing and goal scoring ability he
played in the 1950s and is remembered as
one of the best players of his era he
played for clubs like an Rams and Real
Madrid with the French side Rams he won
four Division 1 titles however with Real
Madrid he won two La Liga titles and
achieved the remarkable feat of winning
three consecutive European cups for the
national team although he didn't win any
major trophies he had a standout
performance at the 1958 World Cup
featuring in the All-Star team
individually Copa won the Balon door in
1958 and was named French player of the
year throughout his Club career he
scored 119 goals and for the national
team he netted 18 goals in 11th place is
Eric Cantona Cantona was a forward known
for his ability to score goals and make
incredible plays he had a strong
personality and was famous for his
confidence on the field he spent the
majority of his career with Manchester
United winning four Premier League
titles two fa cups and three fa charity
Shields with the French national team he
began by by winning the UFA European
under 21 Championship unfortunately with
the senior Squad he didn't win any major
trophies with his only notable
achievement being the 1994 Kieran cup
throughout his Club career he scored 160
goals and provided 69 assists and for
the national team he netted 20 goals in
10th place is lauron Blanc Blanc was
tall and intelligent which helped him
stop many opponents he played from the
1990s to the early 2000s and was admired
for his strong skills on the field he
played for prominent clubs like X
Barcelona Inter Milan Marseilles and
Manchester United winning numerous
titles including Division 1 with oxir
the Copa del Ray and UEFA cup with
Barcelona and a premier league title
with Manchester United however his
greatest moments came on the
international stage Blanc won the 1988
UEFA European under 21 championship and
with the senior Squad he lifted both the
1998 FIFA World Cup and the 2000 UEFA
European Championship being a key player
in both tournaments he was also named
French player of the year in 1990 in
ninth place is kellyan mbappe he is
known for his incredible speed and skill
despite having a long career ahead of
him mbappe's Talent is undeniable he
started at Monaco where he won a league
title after joining Paris sgain he
progressed to scoring 40 goals per
season he also became the club's record
scorer winning six League titles and
four domestic cups in 2024 he moved to
Real Madrid his International career has
also been highly successful he started
by winning the 2016 UEFA European under
19 championship and with the senior side
mbappe won the 2018 World Cup becoming
one of the youngest players to do so and
was a runner up in 2022 he also won the
2020 UFA Nations League individually he
has already been named French footballer
of the year three times and claimed the
Golden Boot at the 2022 FIFA World Cup
throughout his career he has scored 292
goals and provided 126 assists for his
clubs for the national team he has
netted 48 goals making him the third
highest goal scorer with a strong
likelihood of finishing as his nation's
all-time top scorer given his young age
in eighth place is just Fontaine a
famous French football player known for
being an incredible goal scorer he
played as a striker during the 1950s and
1960s fontain played for French clubs
like USM Casablanca n and Ram with nice
he won the French Division 1 title but
he peaked with RMS including Three
French Division 1 titles however
Fontaine is best known for his
International career he is remembered
for scoring 13 goals in a single World
Cup Tournament in 1958 a record that
still stands today unfortunately France
came third after they were defeated by
pelle's incredible Brazil team in the
semi-final Fontaine is tired for fourth
place among alltime World Cup goal
scorers sadly he was forced to retire at
the age of 28 due to a persistent injury
but he finished his International career
with 30 goals from just 21 appearances
for France an absolutely remarkable
tally even for those days in seventh
place is Didier deson nicknamed the
water carrier deson earned this Monica
not because of star signs but due to his
willingness to do the hard work that
allowed his teammates to shine deson was
the onfield leader constantly organizing
his team and driving them forward he
played for several clubs including non
Marseilles Juventus Chelsea and Valencia
deson was brilliant at the club level
becoming the youngest Captain to win the
Champions League while at Marseilles
with Juventus he won over eight trophies
including three Sera a titles two super
Copa Italiana titles and a UEFA
Champions League with Chelsea he secured
an FA Cup however he is most known for
his International career captaining
France to victory in the 1998 FIFA World
Cup and Euro 2000 deson was a key player
in both triumphs individually he was
named French player of the year in 1996
in sixth place is Marcel deay nicknamed
The Rock deay was physically dominant
capable of leading his backline and
intercepting attacks however his
strength was only part of his game as he
was also technically gifted deay played
in the 1990s and early 2000s for clubs
like n Marseilles Milan and Chelsea
wherever he went trophies followed at
Marseilles he was part of the iconic
1993 Champions League winning team with
AC Milan he dominated Europe winning
siia a the super cop Italiana and the
UEFA Champions League at Chelsea he
continued his success securing the FA
Cup fa charity shield and UFA super cup
desay was also a key player for the
French national team serving as a
fearless leader in France's 1998 World
Cup and Euro 200000 triumphs he later
added two FIFA confederations cup titles
to his International achievements
winning all the major trophies on the
international stage in fifth place is
Lillian tham tham was a master of the
crunching tackle using his strength
athleticism and height to dominate
opponents his intelligence technique and
tactical awareness made him the complete
Defender whether at Center back or right
back tham had successful spells with
Monaco and Palmer winning a domestic cup
with both clubs and a UEFA cup with the
latter he then went on to win two League
titles with Juventus before ending his
career with Barcelona however he is best
known for his International career Duram
won the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 and
he was a runner up in the 2006 World Cup
he was included in the All-Star team for
all three tournaments and earned the
bronze ball in 1998 for being the third
best player named French player of the
year in 1997 tham also holds the second
most caps for France underscoring how
important he was to his national team in
fourth place is Patrick Vieira at his
best there may not have been a
midfielder as complete as Vieira he
could win every ball in the center of
the pitch drive forward with pace and
strength and his passing was excellent
he wasn't just box to box but also
touchline to touchline it was like
having two or three extra players on the
field he played for clubs like KH AC
Milan Arsenal Inter Milan Juventus and
Manchester City the peak of his career
came at Arsenal where he served as
captain for the 2003 invincibles team
Arsenal did not lose a match in the
Premier League That season winning 26 of
their 38 games Vieira led the Gunners to
three Premier League titles in total and
he also won won five Ser a titles during
his time with AC Milan and Inter Milan
on the international stage Vieira was a
key starter for France in their
Victorious 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000
campaigns also winning the 2001 FIFA
confederations cup and being a runner up
at the 2006 World Cup his 2001 season
was filled with individual accolades as
he was named both French player of the
year and Premier League player of the
season in third place is tierry enre hre
was more powerful than any Striker yet
graceful like few others he Poss
possessed lightning speed creativity and
incredible technique he had the unique
ability to drift aimlessly yet always be
in the right place when needed many
Defenders regard him as their toughest
opponent known for his Pace athleticism
dribbling and precise finishing hry
played for prominent clubs like Monaco
Juventus Arsenal and Barcelona as an
Arsenal icon he consistently scored
goals during the club's most successful
era cementing himself as the greatest
player in premier league history he
remains Arsenal's all-time leading
scorer netting over 30 goals in five
successive seasons and winning two
League titles and two domestic cups
before joining Arsenal hry won a league
title with Monaco later at Barcelona he
added two League titles a domestic Cup
and the 2009 Champions League to his
trophy cabinet for France HRI is the
second highest goal scorer of all time
he won the 1998 World Cup Euro 2000 and
the 2003 FIFA confederations cup and was
a runner up at the 2006 World Cup he
earned spots in the all-star teams for
both Euro 2000 and the 2006 World Cup
over a decade with Arsenal and Barcelona
hry scored 275 goals in all competitions
he was also the runner up for the 2003
Balon door due to his dominance hry was
named French player of the year a record
five times in second place is Michel
platini platini was the complete
attacking package a free kick specialist
with expert finishing passing creativity
and dribbling along with the
intelligence to perform on the biggest
stages French fans affectionate called
him L the king due to his incredible
leadership and offensive genius on the
pitch platini started his Club career
with Nancy where he won a domestic cup
before moving to Sant etien winning a
league title however his Peak years came
at Juventus where he claimed two Seri a
titles a domestic cup the 1985 European
Cup and the 1984 European Cup winners
Cup on the international stage platini
was instrumental in France's success
winning the 1985 finisima and leading
the national team to Victory in Euro
1984 and was named player of the
tournament he also featured in the
all-star teams of both the 1982 and 1986
World Cups individually platini was one
of the most decorated players of his era
winning the balandor three times
consecutively a feat achieved by only
five players in history he also won
French player of the year twice over his
Club career platini scored over 300
goals in nearly 600 appearances and his
41 goals for France make him the fifth
all-time leading scorer for the national
team platini remains widely regarded as
one of the greatest footballers of all
time in first place is Zinedine zidan
few players have exhibited as much flare
and creativity on the pitch as zidan he
was perhaps the most elegant footballer
ever renowned for his Sublime ball
control individual skill dribbling and
his ability to score his physical
strength allowed him to shake off
Defenders and retain possession with
ease zidan began his career at KH and
Bordeaux but did not secure a major
trophy until moving to Juventus in 1996
at Juventus zidan won two Seri a titles
but was narrowly defeated twice in the
Champions League finals after moving to
Real Madrid zidan's career reached its
peak where he won a La Liga title and
the 2002 Champions League scoring one of
the greatest goals in a final on the
international stage zidan cemented his
legacy as one of the greatest World Cup
players he led France to victory in the
1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 and was
runner up in the 2006 World Cup zidan
made the All-Star team in all three
tournaments despite being sent off in
the 2006 World Cup final he was named
the tournament's best player zidan is
one of only five players to score three
goals in World Cup final matches and he
remains the only individual to have won
both FIFA's World Player of the Year and
FIFA's Coach of the Year Awards a
three-time FIFA World Player of the Year
and the 1998 balandor winner zidan was a
man for the big occasion scoring a brace
in the 1998 World Cup final a panenka in
the 2006 final and delivering a man ofth
match performance in the 2002 Champions
League final and that was the list of
the top 20 players in the history of
French football who do you think is the
greatest zidan or platini let me know
your thoughts and share your own list of
the top 20 French players in the
comments below
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