Since it’s inception, the Premier League has given us some of the most exciting games, painted by the finest football talent. The beautiful game in England was always oh so good, but once the league transitioned and more international players arrived, the quality ascended to another level.
From Holland, to Italy, Denmark, France, Germany and beyond, the Premier league became the biggest attraction on earth where football was concerned. Yes the money was alluring, but so was the vibe, atmosphere and style of football. It might not be the most technical league in the world, but it certainly is the most entertaining.
It’s always hard to pick the best, but there’s no doubt these fellas who made the list just stood out from all the rest. They played sexy football. They dazzled fans. They were consistently brilliant. They left their mark on the Premier League. They left their mark in our football hearts and minds.
To make our legends list, you must be retired from the game. Here is our list thus far…
1. Dennis Bergkamp {Arsenal} {316 appearances} {91 goals}
1. Thierry Henry {Arsenal} {254 appearances} {174 goals}
2. Eric Cantona {Manchester United} {144 appearances} {64 goals}
2. Ryan Giggs {Manchester United} {672 appearances} {114 goals}
3. Peter Schmeichel {Manchester United} {292 appearances} {0 goals}
4. Alan Shearer {Blackburn Rovers} {138 appearances} {112 goals} {Newcastle Utd} {303 appearances} {148 goals}
5. Steven Gerrard {Liverpool} {504 appearances} {120 goals}
6. Gianfranco Zola {Chelsea} {229 appearances} {59 goals}
7. Robbie Fowler {Liverpool} {369 appearances} {191 goals} {Leeds United} {30 appearances} {14 goals} {Blackburn Rovers} {3 appearances} {0 goals}
8. Roy Keane {Manchester United} {323 appearances} {33 goals} {Celtic} {10 appearances} {1 goal}
9. Paul Scholes {Manchester United} {466 appearances} {102 goals}
10. Andrew Cole {Newcastle United} {70 appearances} {55 goals} {Manchester United} {195 appearances} {95 goals} {Blackburn Rovers} {83 appearances} {27 goals} {Fulham} {31 appearances} {12 goals} {Manchester City} {22 appearances} {9 goals}
More coming soon…