Artificial Intelligence Ranks the Top 10 Football Players of All Time – Ronaldo Doesn’t Make the Top 3

Ranking the greatest footballers of all time is always a subjective matter, and opinions can vary widely. However, according to a list generated using AI technology by the UK-based outlet Mirror, here are the top 10 greatest footballers in history:

1. Pele – The Brazilian legend who won three World Cups and is renowned for his incredible goal-scoring record.
2. Diego Maradona – Known for his legendary dribbling skills, Maradona famously led Argentina to a World Cup victory in 1986 and had great success in Europe.
3. Lionel Messi – Considered one of the greatest players of the 21st century, Messi has numerous Ballon d’Or awards and has achieved remarkable success with Barcelona.
4. Cristiano Ronaldo – Despite being ranked fourth, Ronaldo’s five Ballon d’Or titles and prolific goal-scoring record are highly impressive.
5. Johan Cruyff – The Dutch legend who played for Ajax and Barcelona, though he never won an international trophy.
6. Alfredo Di Stefano – A Real Madrid and Argentine legend, he won five Champions League titles in the 1950s and early 1960s.
7. Franz Beckenbauer – The only defender on the list, Beckenbauer enjoyed immense success with Bayern Munich and the German national team in the 1970s.
8. Zinedine Zidane – The French legend redefined the midfield role and guided France to World Cup victory in 1998.
9. George Best – The Manchester United legend, one of the first English players to win the Ballon d’Or.
10. Ferenc Puskas – The Hungarian striker was known for his prolific goal-scoring, particularly during his time with Real Madrid.

It’s important to note that opinions on the greatest footballers can vary widely, and different eras and styles of play make comparisons challenging. Each of these players left an indelible mark on the world of football in their own unique way.