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10 Greatest Players in English Top Flight History [Ranked]
Feb 15, 2025
England's top flight throughout football history has been littered with legendary figures in the 20th and 21st centuries and the Premier League and the old English First Division boast incredible names.
Of course, for most of the last century, it was dominated by British players. Then, the sport changed, and there was a sudden influx of foreign players, all of whom came to leave their marks on what is now the most-watched league in the world.
This means, as fans, we've been treated to an incredible conveyor belt of players this century, those who stand the test of time for their achievements, iconic moments, and overall quality and talent. With that in mind, GIVEMESPORT has attempted to pick out the greatest 10 players ever to play in England's top flight, regardless of nationality.
Ranking Factors
Lists are subjective, with two on the same topic having different entries being more than feasible, as it depends on the opinions of the writer. With that being said, this list has been ranked in the following:
Tenure - How many years did each entrant spend playing in the English top flight?
Legacy - How well is each entrant remembered by the fans of the club, or clubs, that they played for?
Honours won - A simple but important factor: how much success did each entrant experience?
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