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Top 10 Highest Paid Soccer Players 2015

November 27, 2014 by Khabir Uddin Mughal

Highest Paid Soccer Players 2015

Soccer is one of those sports that, apart from its spirit and thrill, also features among the top paying games in the current time. It is viewed by almost 250 million people around world. The soccer players are in the spotlight, and have their own fan following, too. They not only enjoy popularity, but also a huge pay, and not just from the national teams or clubs they represent. They have big earnings from being the faces of megabrands. Brands like Nike, Adidas, Pepsi, etc. used the recent FIFA World Cup of 2014 as a platform to choose the best players and roped them in into contracts, paying huge compensations. So, let us look at the Top 10 Highest Paid Soccer Players 2015.

Top 10 Highest Paid Soccer Players 2015

1. Cristiano Ronaldo – $73 million

Legendary soccer player of recent days Cristiano Ronaldo aka CR7 plays for the Portuguese national soccer team and also for the Real Madrid in the Spanish Liga BBVA. Ronaldo earns $49 million as the yearly salary from the club and $24 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $73 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. CR7 appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such as Nike, Samsung, Fly Emirates, Herbalife and Tag Heuer. He earned a total net worth of $206 million for his 5 years contract with Spanish club Real Madrid. Last year Cristiano launched his own brand of underwear with the CR7 name which also increased his yearly income. Besides being the highest paid soccer player, he is also counted among the highest paid athlete in the world.

Bonus: Cristiano Ronaldo Net Worth 2015

2. Lionel Messi – $65 million

Legendary soccer player of modern days Lionel Andrés Messi aka Leo Messi plays for the Argentina national soccer team and also for the Barcelona in the Spanish Liga BBVA. Messi earns $42 million as the yearly salary from the club and $23 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $65 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Messi appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such as Adidas, Pepsi, Samsung, Herbalife and Turkish Airlines. Messi achieved a record consecutive four times the FIFA Ballon d’Or. Adidas before the recent FIFA World Cup launched his own signature shoe last year. Spanish tax authority ordered him pay $6.5 million last year.

3. Zlatan Ibrahimovic – $34 million

Amazing soccer player of modern days Zlatan Ibrahimovic aka the best bicycle kicker plays for the Swedish national soccer team and also for the Paris Saint-Germain in the French Ligue 1. Ibrahimovic earns $30 million as the yearly salary from the club and $4 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $34 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Ibrahimovic appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such as Volvo and Nike. He became the top scorer of French league with 30 goals which is a record in last 20 years. Irrespective of his efforts on the ground, the Swedish national team was not able to qualify for recent 2014 FIFA World Cup.

4. Neymar Jr – $28 million

Amazing soccer player of modern days Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior aka Neymar Jr. plays for the Brazilian national soccer team and also for the Barcelona in the Spanish Liga BBVA. Neymar Jr. earns $12 million as the yearly salary from the club and $16 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $28 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Neymar Jr. appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such Nike, Panasonic, Castrol, Volkswagen and L’Oreal. He signed a contract with the Spanish club Barcelona for $124 million in 2013. He was also given a total of $13 million signing bonus in his transfer from the Brazilian club Santos.

Bonus: Neymar’s Net Worth 2015

5. Radamel Falcao – $26 million

Amazing soccer star of modern days Radamel Falcao García Zárate aka Falcao García plays for the Colombian national soccer team and also for the Manchester United on loan from AS Monaco in the English Premier League. Falcao García earns $23 million as the yearly salary from the club and $3 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $26 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Falcao García appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such Gillette, Puma and Samsung. After he scored 34 goals in 41 caps during his days with Atletico Madrid, he was also nicknamed El Tigre. French team AS Monaco signed him in a 5 years contract.

6. Gareth Bale – $15 million

One of the most prolific soccer stars of modern days Gareth Frank Bale or just Gareth Bale plays for the Wales’s national soccer team and also for the Real Madrid in the Spanish Liga BBVA. Gareth Bale earns $15 million as the yearly salary from the club and $9 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $24 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Gareth Bale appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such Adidas, Lucozade and EA Sports. He earns up to $456,000 in weekly wages for his recent contract with Spanish club Real Madrid in 2013. He was transferred to Real Madrid from English Premier League Tottenham Hotspur with a transfer fee worth of $118 million.

7. Wayne Rooney – $22 million

One of the most amazing soccer stars of modern days Wayne Mark Rooney or just Wayne Rooney plays for the English national soccer team and also for the Manchester United in the English Premier League. Wayne Rooney earns $18 million as the yearly salary from the club and $4 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $22 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Wayne Rooney appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such as Samsung, Harper Collins and Nike. After playing for the Manchester United for last 10 years, he was recently resigned for the team in 2013 for a contract fee of $104 million. His marketability also made him the fan favorite in terms of jersey sales.

8. Sergio Aguero – $21 million

One of the most amazing soccer stars of modern days Sergio Leonel Agüero Del Castillo or just Sergio Aguero plays for the Argentine national soccer team and also for the Manchester City in the English Premier League. Sergio Aguero earns $17 million as the yearly salary from the club and $4 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $21 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Sergio Aguero appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors that include companies such as Pepsi, Puma and Gillette. He signed an extension till the 2017 football season with the club. Puma signed an endorsement deal in 2011 with him which made him their highest paid soccer player.

9. Yaya Toure – $21 million

One of the most prolific soccer stars of modern days Gnégnéri Yaya Touré or just Yaya Touré plays for the Ivory Coast national soccer team and also for the Manchester City in the English Premier League. Yaya Touré earns $18 million as the yearly salary from the club and $3 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $21 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Yaya Touré appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major Puma. As a charitable component of his long-term deal with Puma, shoes and clothing to underprivileged in West Africa will be donated as a charitable component. He earns a total of $334,000 weekly salary after the recent contract extension with the Manchester City.

10. Fernando Torres – $20 million

One of the most prolific soccer stars of modern days Fernando José Torres Sanz or just Fernando Torres plays for the Spanish national soccer team and also for the A.C. Milan in the Italian Serie A on loan from the English club Chelsea F.C. Fernando Torres earns $17 million as the yearly salary from the club and $3 million comes from his endorsements which make a total earning of $20 million per year according to the recent year’s salary statistics. Fernando Torres appears in several ad campaigns all over the world for his major sponsors which include Adidas, Pepsi. He switched his boot sponsors to Adidas from Nike and became a brand face of the company in 2013. He was also the front face of the Adidas campaign for the recent FIFA 2014 World Cup.

Several other players are also in the list of the highest paid soccer players. For instance, the legendary Dutchman Robin Van Persie currently bags a whopping $16 million from Manchester United and another $3 million from his endorsements. On the other hand, third runner-up for the 2013 Ballon d’Or Franck Ribery draws a handsome salary of whopping $7 million from Bayern Munich, and another $1 million from endorsements.

Forbes Highest Paid Athletes 2015

November 27, 2014 by Khabir Uddin Mughal

Forbes Highest Paid Athletes 2015

Forbes is a world renowned magazine, owned by Forbes, Inc. It is regarded as one of the best magazines in the world. The magazine follows the motto of “The Capital Tool”. Steve Forbes is the chairperson and editor-in-chief, and its CEO is Mike Perlis. One of the most popular segments of the magazine is regular list publication. These lists are made with the help of current statistics. Forbes 400 and Forbes Global 2000 are extremely popular. The bi-weekly magazine publishes its separate lists on different subjects, including people. Every year, it publishes a list of the highest paid athletes, and ranks the players according to their recent year’s cumulate income through wins, the salary from the teams that the players play for, and their endorsements and sponsors. This year, too, experts on the Forbes team have carefully chosen to induce some athletes into the list of the Highest Paid Athletes 2015, on the basis of their total income. Let us have a look at the Forbes Highest Paid Athletes 2015 list.

Forbes Highest Paid Athletes 2015

1. Floyd Mayweather

Floyd Mayweather is the Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and the current reigning champion of boxing. He earned a total amount of $105 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $105 million but had no sponsorships or endorsements. Floyd Mayweather, 37 years old boxer, currently residing in Las Vegas, Navada, is the citizen of the United States. Besides his boxing career, he is also the proud father of 4 children. He secured his place in the 7th position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Floyd Mayweather secured the 3rd place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 40th place in terms of social media popularity and 61st place in terms of press popularity.

Boxing is Most Difficult Sport To Play, and Champion of Boxing Deserve to Have Most Paid Among Athletes of the World.

2. Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo is the 2nd Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes the current superstar of football earned a total amount of $80 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $52 million and had $28 million sponsorships and endorsements. Cristiano Ronaldo, 29 years old footballer, currently residing at Madrid, Spain, is the citizen of Portugal. Besides his football career, he is also the proud father of 1 child. His current agent is Luis Correia. He secured his place in the 30th position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Cristiano Ronaldo secured the 14th place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 9th place in terms of social media popularity and 2nd place in terms of press popularity.

Bonus: World’s Highest Paid Footballers 2015

3. LeBron James

LeBron James is the 3rd Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and the current superstar of basketball. He earned a total amount of $72.3 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $19.3 million and had $53 million sponsorships and endorsements. LeBron James, 29 years old footballer, currently residing at Coconut Grove, Florida, is the citizen of the United States. Besides his basketball career, he is also the proud father of 2 children. His current agent is Rich Paul. He secured his place in the 2nd position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. LeBron James secured the 19th place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 22nd place in terms of social media popularity and 9th place in terms of press popularity.

Bonus: LeBron James Net Worth 2015

4. Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi is the 4th Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and the current superstar of football. He earned a total amount of $64.7 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $41.7 million and had $23 million sponsorships and endorsements. Lionel Messi, 27 years old footballer, currently residing at Castelldefels, Spain is the citizen of Argentina. Besides his football career, he is also the proud father of 1 child. His current agent is Guillermo Marin. He secured his place in the 45th position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Lionel Messi secured the 26th place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 15th place in terms of social media popularity and 3rd place in terms of Press popularity.

5. Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant is the 5th Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and the current superstar of basketball. He earned a total amount of $61.5 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $30.5 million and had $31 million sponsorships and endorsements. Kobe Bryant, 36 years old footballer, currently residing at Newport Beach, California is the citizen of the United States. Besides his basketball career, he is also the proud father of 2 children. His current agent is Rob Pelinka. He secured his place in the 15th position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Kobe Bryant secured the 30th place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 28th place in terms of social media popularity and 42nd place in terms of press popularity.

Bonus: Net Worth Of Kobe Bryant 2015

6. Tiger Woods

Tiger Woods is the 6th Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and the legendary golfer of modern days. He earned a total amount of $61.2 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $6.2 million and had $55 million sponsorships and endorsements. Tiger Woods, 38 years old golfer, currently residing at Jupiter Island, Florida, is the citizen of the United States. Besides his golf career, he is also the proud father of 2 children. His current agent is Mark Steinberg. He secured his place in the 21st position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Tiger Woods secured the 31st place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 57th place in terms of social media popularity and 7th place in terms of press popularity.

Bonus: Tiger Woods Net Worth 2015

7. Roger Federer

Roger Federer is the 7th Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 and Most Paid Tennis Player in the World. according to Forbes and the legendary tennis player of Open era. He earned a total amount of $56.2 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $4.2 million and had $52 million sponsorships and endorsements. Roger Federer, 33 years old golfer, currently residing at Wollerau, south of Zurich and is the citizen of Switzerland. Besides his tennis career, he is also the proud father of 4 children. His current agent is Tony Godsick. He secured his place in the 16th position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Roger Federer secured the 36th place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 39th place in terms of social media popularity and 6th place in terms of press popularity.

8. Phil Mickelson

Phil Mickelson is the 8th Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and one of the most successful golfers on modern time. He earned a total amount of $53.2 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $5.2 million and had $48 million sponsorships and endorsements. Phil Mickelson, 44 years old golfer, currently residing at Rancho Santa Fe, California, is the citizen of the United States. Besides his golf career, he is also the proud father of 3 children. His current agent is Steve Loy. He secured his place in the 44th position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Phil Mickelson secured the 37th place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 87th place in terms of social media popularity and 32nd place in terms of press popularity.

9. Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal is the 9th Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and the legendary tennis player of the Open era. He earned a total amount of $44.5 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $14.5 million and had $30 million sponsorships and endorsements. Rafael Nadal, 28 years old tennis player, currently residing at Manacor, is the citizen of Spain. His current agent is Carlos Costa. He secured his place in the 24th position of The World’s Most Powerful Celebrities according to Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Rafael Nadal secured the 45th place in terms of money on the Forbes list. According to Forbes, he also secured the 31st place in terms of social media popularity and 8th place in terms of press popularity.

10. Matt Ryan

Matt Ryan is the 10th Highest Paid Athletes of 2015 according to Forbes and the legendary American football player of recent times. He earned a total amount of $43.8 million as of June 2014 in the last season. From winnings and salary last season, he earned a total of $42 million and had $1.8 million sponsorships and endorsements. Matt Ryan, 29 years old NFL star, currently residing at Duluth, Georgia, is the citizen of the United States. His current agents are Tom Condon, Ben Dogra and Mark Heligman. On July 25, 2013, he agreed to a five-year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League worth almost $104 million. Being an avid golfer, he participated in tournaments such as the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship and the Augusta National.

Many celebrated superstars associated with sports, such as Manny Pacquiao and Zlatan Ibrahimovic are also among the highest paid athletes in 2015. Manny Pacquiao’s earnings in the previous season of his boxing career is worth $41.8 million, while Zlatan Ibrahimovic earned $40.4 million from his salary as well as endorsements.

Top 10 Most Handsome Soccer Players 2015

November 27, 2014 by Khabir Uddin Mughal

Most Handsome Soccer Players 2015

Soccer is a sport that is capable of bringing huge fame and also money to the players. Soccer players enjoy the same adulation and glamour as the Hollywood celebrities do. In fact, soccer players are often even more popular than celebrities associated with other sports, because their viewership is spread all over the world. They are featured on the magazine covers and are often roped in by them for modeling assignments. Their fan base is spread across the world and these people follow their every move. A video footage of a soccer player on Youtube can obtain millions of hits within moments of being uploaded, and there are social media like Facebook or Twitter through which they are followed by the fans. The Paparazzi keeps a close eye on the players, observing even the slightest change in their hairstyle. Soccer players manage to stir up a lot of sensation, often without meaning to. If a player has good looks with great talent, he seems to find a permanent place in the heart of the fans and followers. Media often talks about their style and makeovers, and they have already gotten busy, focusing on the same when the soccer players displayed new styles in the latest season. Let us take a look at the Top 10 Most Handsome Soccer Players 2015.

Top 10 Most Handsome Soccer Players 2015

1. Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro or simply Cristiano Ronaldo presently plays for the Portuguese National Football Team and also Real Madrid in the Spanish Liga BBVA. The 29-year old footballer was born in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal on 5 February 1985. He usually plays as a forward for his teams and has a listed height of 1.85 meters. From 2003 to 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo made 84 goals in 196 appearances for Manchester United. From 2009 till now, he also scored 195 goals out of 175 appearances he made for Real Madrid. He scored 52 goals out of 117 appearances that he made from 2003 till date for his national team Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo became FIFA World Player of the Year in 2008 and achieved FIFA Ballon d’Or in 2008 and 2013, and FIFA Puskás Award in 2009.

2. Ricardo Kaka

Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite or simply Ricardo Kaka presently plays for the Brazilian National Football Team and also for Orlando City in the Major League Soccer. The 32-year old footballer was born in Gama, Federal District, Brazil on 22 April 1982. He usually plays as an attacking midfielder for his teams and has a listed height of 1.86 meter. From 2003 to 2009, Ricardo Kaka made 70 goals in 193 appearances for AC Milan. From 2009 till 2013, he also scored 23 goals out of 85 appearances he made for Real Madrid. He scored 29 goals out of 89 appearances that he made from 2002 till date for his national team Brazil. Ricardo Kaka became World Soccer Player of the Year in 2007 and achieved FIFA Ballon d’Or in 2007, and Onze d’Or in 2007.

3. Robin Van Persie

Robin Van Persie or simply just Van Persie presently plays for the Netherlands National Football Team and also Manchester United in the English Premier League. The 31-year old footballer was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands on 6 August 1983. He usually plays as a striker for his teams and has a listed height of 1.83 meters. From 2004 to 2012, Robin Van Persie made 96 goals in 194 appearances for Arsenal. From 2012 till now, he also scored 41 goals out of 68 appearances he made for Manchester United. He scored 49 goals out of 96 appearances that he made from 2005 till date for his national team Netherlands. Robin Van Persie became FWA Footballer of the Year in 2012 and achieved Rotterdam Sportsman of the Year in 2006, and Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year in 2013.

4. Gerard Pique

Gerard Piqué i Bernabeu or simply Gerard Pique presently plays for the Spain National Football Team and also for Barcelona in the Spanish Liga BBVA. The 27-year old footballer was born in Barcelona, Spain on 2 February 1987. He usually plays as a centre-back for his teams and has a listed height of 1.92 meters. From 2006 to 2007, Gerard Pique made 2 goals in 22 appearances for Real Zaragoza. From 2008 till now, he also scored 12 goals out of 170 appearances he made for Barcelona. He scored 4 goals out of 63 appearances that he made from 2009 till date for his national team Spain. Gerard Pique became La Liga Breakthrough Player of the Year in 2009 and achieved La Liga Best Defender in 2010, and Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sporting Merit in 2011.

5. Xabi Alonso

Xabier Alonso Olano or simply just Xabi Alonso presently plays for the Spain National Football Team and also for Bayern Munich in the German Bundesliga. The 32-year old footballer was born in Tolosa, Spain on 25 November 1981. He usually plays as a midfielder for his teams and has a listed height of 1.83 meter. From 2009 to 2014, Xabi Alonso made 4 goals in 158 appearances for Real Madrid. From 2014 till now, he also scored 1 goal out of 10 appearances he made for Bayern Munich. He scored 16 goals out of 114 appearances that he made from 2003 till date for his national team Spain. Xabi Alonso became La Liga Best Midfielder in 2012 and achieved Premier League Goal of the Month in November 2004, and Spanish Player of the Year in 2003.

6. Cesc Fabregas

Francesc Fàbregas Soler or simply just Cesc Fabregas presently plays for the Spain National Football Team and also for Chelsea in the English Premier League. The 27-year old footballer was born in Arenys de Mar, Spain on 4 May 1987. He usually plays as a midfielder for his teams and currently has a listed height of 1.75 meter. From 2011 to 2014, Cesc Fabregas made 28 goals in 96 appearances for Barcelona. From 2014 till now, he also scored 1 goal out of 9 appearances he made for Chelsea. He scored 13 goals out of 94 appearances that he made from 2006 till date for his national team Spain. Cesc Fabregas became PFA Young Player of the Year in 2008 and achieved Golden Boy in 2006, and Bravo Award in 2006.

7. David Villa

David Villa Sánchez or simply David Villa presently plays for the Spain National Football Team and also for New York City in the Major League Soccer. The 32-year old footballer was born in Langreo, Spain on 3 December 1981. He usually plays as a striker for his teams and has a listed height of 1.75 meters. From 2010 to 2013, David Villa made 33 goals in 77 appearances for Barcelona. From 2013 till 2014, he also scored 13 goals out of 36 appearances he made for Atlético Madrid. He scored 59 goals out of 97 appearances that he made from 2005 till date for his national team Spain. David Villa became USSA Male Athlete of the Year in 2010 and achieved UEFA Euro 2008 Golden Boot, and 2010 FIFA World Cup Silver Shoe.

8. Lukas Podolski

Lukas Josef Podolski or simply just Lukas Podolski presently plays for the Germany National Football Team and also Arsenal in the English Premier League. The 29-year old footballer was born in Gliwice, Poland on 4 June 1985. He usually plays as a forward for his teams and currently having a listed height of 1.82 meters. From 2009 to 2012, Lukas Podolski made 33 goals in 88 appearances for 1. FC Köln. From 2012 till now, he also scored 19 goals out of 57 appearances he made for Arsenal. He scored 47 goals out of 121 appearances that he made from 2004 till date for his national team Germany. Lukas Podolski became FIFA World Cup Best Young Player in 2006 and achieved UEFA Euro 2008 Silver Boot, and Second Bundesliga top goalscorer in 2005.

9. Olivier Giroud

Olivier Giroud presently plays for the France National Football Team and also for Arsenal in the English Premier League. The 28-year old footballer was born in Chambéry, France on 30 September 1986. He usually plays as a striker for his teams and has a listed height of 1.92 meter. From 2010 to 2012, Olivier Giroud made 33 goals in 73 appearances for Montpellier. From 2012 till now, he also scored 28 goals out of 72 appearances he made for Arsenal. He scored 9 goals out of 35 appearances that he made from 2011 till date for his national team France. Olivier Giroud became UNFP Ligue 2 Player of the Year in 2010 and achieved Ligue 2 Top Goalscorer in 2010, and Ligue 1 Top Goalscorer in 2012.

10. James Rodriguez

James David Rodríguez Rubio or simply James Rodriguez presently plays for the Colombian National Football Team and also the Real Madrid in the Spanish Liga BBVA. The 23-year old footballer was born in Cúcuta, Colombia on 12 July 1991. He usually plays as an attacking midfielder for his teams and has a listed height of 1.80 meter. From 2013 to 2014, James Rodriguez made 9 goals in 34 appearances for Monaco. From 2014 till now, he also scored 4 goals out of 11 appearances he made for Real Madrid. He scored 12 goals out of 31 appearances that he made from 2011 till date for his national team Colombia. James Rodriguez became Ligue 1 Assist Leader in 2014 and achieved Portuguese Golden Ball in 2012, and FIFA World Cup Golden Boot in 2014.

When thinking of the best players, what actually should matter is the skill of the player and not the looks. The performance of the player, boosted by their gameplay, speed, focus and athleticism, is what creates memorable moments on the field. Unfortunately, many people judge the players based on their looks, instead of their talent and skill. Off the ground, good-looking players might be able to charm the people, but, that should not be the determining factor for considering a player to be one of the best, because the real worth of a sports star lies in his performance on the field.

Top 10 Hottest Soccer Players 2015

November 27, 2014 by Khabir Uddin Mughal

Hottest Soccer Players 2015

Sports, these days, give great importance to the glamour factor of the players like most of the other fields of entertainment. In the past decade, soccer has seen players like David Beckham who are highlighted for the attractiveness they bring to the football ground besides their excellent gaming skills. In modern days, soccer is much more than the sport itself, since the footballers make sure that they step on the football field with their unique hairstyles setting them apart from the rest of the team, and those hairdos also inspire millions of their fans. Besides their active football career, they also make appearances at various photo shoots, events and programs. They appear in many of the magazine covers and advertisements with their killer looks and well-shaped physique. They have well-exercised chiseled physique to their package besides having a good face, as well as a sense of fashion. And here is the list of Top 10 Hottest Soccer Players 2015.

Top 10 Hottest Soccer Players 2015

1. Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo is the captain of the national soccer team of Portugal. He was born as Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro in Funchal, Madeira in Portugal on the 5th of February 1985. He is also player of the Real Madrid club. He plays in the position of a forward, and has the jersey number 7. Since his joining in 2009, he has played 176 matches for Real Madrid and has succeeded in scoring 197 goals. On the other hand, he joined Portugal in 2003, and in 118 matches, has made 52 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the ESPY Awards Best International Athlete in 2014, the UEFA Best Player in Europe Award in 2013–14 and the LFP Best Player in 2013–14. The 29 year old has a listed height of 1.85 meters, and is considered one of the most handsome men in the world of sports.

2. Cesc Fàbregas

Cesc Fàbregas is the member of the national soccer team of Spain. He was born as Francesc Fàbregas Soler in Arenys de Mar, Spain on the 4th May 1987. He is also a player of the Chelsea club. He plays in the position of a Midfielder, and has the jersey number 4. Since his joining in 2014, he has played 9 matches for Chelsea and has succeeded in scoring 1 goal. On the other hand, he joined Spain in 2006, and in 94 matches, has made 13 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the PFA Young Player of the Year in 2007–08, the UEFA Euro Team of the Tournament in 2012 and the FIFA U-17 World Championship Golden Ball in 2003. The 27 year old has a listed height of 1.75 meters, and is capable of turning quite a few heads with his killer looks.

3. Radamel Falcao

Radamel Falcao is the member of the national soccer team of Colombia. He was born as Radamel Falcao García Záratein Santa Marta, Colombia on the 10th February 1986. He is also a player of the Manchester United club. He plays in the position of a Striker, and has the jersey number 9. Since his joining in 2014, he has played 4 matches for Manchester United and has succeeded in scoring 1 goal. On the other hand, he joined Colombia in 2007, and in 54 matches, has made 21 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the GQ Spain Sports man of the year in 2012, Globe Best Footballer in 2012 and the Onze de Bronze in 2012. The 28 year old has a listed height of 1.77 meters, and is considered one of the hottest football players of today.

4. Gerard Pique

Gerard Pique is the member of the national soccer team of Spain. He was born as Gerard Piqué i Bernabeu in Barcelona, Spain on the 2nd February 1987. He is also a player of the Barcelona club. He plays in the position of a Centre-back, and has the jersey number 3. Since his joining in 2008, he has played 170 matches for Barcelona and has succeeded in scoring 12 goals. On the other hand, he joined Spain in 2009, and in 65 matches, has made 4 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the La Liga Breakthrough Player of the Year in 2009, the UEFA Euro Team of the Tournament in 2012 and the La Liga Best Defender in 2010. The 27 year old has a listed height of 1.92 meters, and can set the temperature soaring with his hotness.

5. David Villa

David Villa is the member of the national soccer team of Spain. He was born as David Villa Sánchez in Langreo, Spain on the 3rd December 1981. He is also a player of the Melbourne City club. He plays in the position of a Striker, and has the jersey number 9. Since his joining in 2014, he has played 4 matches for Melbourne City and has succeeded in scoring 2 goals. On the other hand, he joined Spain in 2005, and in 97 matches, has made 59 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the FIFA World Cup Silver Shoe in 2010, the FIFA World Cup Bronze Ball in 2010 and the USSA Male Athlete of the Year in 2010. The 32 year old has a listed height of 1.75 meters, and is counted among the best-looking men in the football world.

6. Steven Gerrard

Steven Gerrard is the member of the national soccer team of England. He was born as Steven George Gerrard in Whiston, Merseyside, England on the 30th May 1980. He is also a player of the Liverpool club. He plays in the position of a Midfielder, and has the jersey number 8. Since his joining in 1998, he has played 483 matches for Liverpool and has succeeded in scoring 113 goals. On the other hand, he joined England in 2000, and in 114 matches, has made 21 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the IFFHS World’s Most Popular Footballer in 2006, the Member of the Order of the British Empire in 2007 and the UEFA Club Footballer of the Year in 2005. The 34 year old has a listed height of 1.83 meters, and is quite a treat to the eyes.

7. Sergio Ramos

Sergio Ramos is the member of the national soccer team of Spain. He was born as Sergio Ramos García in Camas, Spain on the 30th March 1986. He is also a player of the Real Madrid club. He plays in the position of a Defender, and has the jersey number 4. Since his joining in 2005, he has played 298 matches for Real Madrid and has succeeded in scoring 38 goals. On the other hand, he joined Spain in 2005, and in 124 matches, has made 10 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the La Liga Best Defender in 2014, the La Liga Breakthrough Player of the Year in 2005 and the FIFA World Cup Castrol Index Winner in 2010. The 28 year old has a listed height of 1.83 meters, and is rather soothing for the eyes as well.

8. Georgios Samaras

Georgios Samaras is the member of the national soccer team of Greece. He was born as Georgios Samaras in Heraklion, Greece on the 21 February 1985. He is also a player of the West Bromwich Albion club. He plays in the position of a Left winger, and has the jersey number 30. Since his joining in 2014, he has played 4 matches for West Bromwich Albion but has not succeeded in scoring any goals. On the other hand, he joined Greece in 2006, and in 81 matches, has made 9 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the SPL Player of the Month Winner in September 2008, the Celtic Supporters’ Player of the Year in 2013 and the FIFA World Cup awards Man of the match in Greece vs Ivory Coast in 2014. The 29 year old has a listed height of 1.92 meters, and is very much a representation of a rather athletic and stylish, modern Greek God.

9. Lukas Podolski

Lukas Podolski is the member of the national soccer team of Germany. He was born as Lukas Josef Podolski in Gliwice, Poland on the 4th June 1985. He is also a player of the Arsenal club. He plays in the position of a Forward, and has the jersey number 9. Since his joining in 2012, he has played 57 matches for Arsenal and has succeeded in scoring 19 goals. On the other hand, he joined Germany in 2004, and in 121 matches, has made 47 goals. For his notable performances and contributions, he has been conferred with such honorable titles as the UEFA Euro Silver Boot in 2008, the Silbernes Lorbeerblatt in 2010 and the Second Bundesliga top goal scorer in 2005. The 29 year old has a listed height of 1.82 meters, and can get a number of people drooling, just with looks.

10. Ignazio Abate

Ignazio Abate is the member of the national soccer team of Italy. He was born as Ignazio Abate in Sant’Agata de’ Goti, Italy on 12th November 1986. He is also a player of the A.C Milan club. He plays in the position of a Right back, and has the jersey number 20. Since his joining in 2003, he has played 144 matches for A.C Milan and has succeeded in scoring 1 goal. On the other hand, he joined Italy in 2011, and in 21 matches, has made 1 goal. The 28 year old has a listed height of 1.80 meters, and is capable of keeping all eyes on him, not just with his performance but his looks, too. Abate is noted for his skill and focus on the football field which places him at par with the top players but is yet to receive any notable title or honor as a professional soccer player.

Those days are in the past when women were the only beings whose looks mattered besides their skills. These days, every public figure, irrespective of gender, is expected to look best. Many fans of football are also there who give skilled footballers more credit for their looks than their amazing talent that they shows on ground, while ignoring altogether many talented footballers with not so great looks. But a true sports addict never judges any player on the basis of looks but only with their god-gifted and well-practiced skill set.

Soccer Hall of Fame 2015 – Top 10

October 19, 2014 by Khabir Uddin Mughal

Soccer Hall of Fame 2015

Association football or soccer is the most popular sport in the world and is played by 250 million players in over 200 countries. The Laws of the Football were originally coded in England by The Football Association in 1863 and is now governed by FédérationInternationale de Football Association or FIFA. Our team carefully chose the best players as the members of the 2015 Hall of Fame based upon their recent year’s performance of club leagues and international matches. The performance at 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil also played a key role in the selection of the hall of member inductees of this year. There are many players who showed amazing skills and scored enough number of goals to establish themselves as the member of the Soccer Hall of Fame and here are the inductees of the top 10 Soccer Hall of Fame 2015.

Soccer Hall of Fame 2015 – Top 10

1. Lionel Messi

Captain of the Argentine national team Lionel Andrés “Leo” Messi also plays for Spanish club FC Barcelona and scored 284 goals in 249 club league appearances. He led Argentina to the final of the 2014 World Cup. He received the Golden Ball award as the best player of the tournament and four consecutive Man of the Match awards. He has made 93 International appearances for Argentina and scored 42 International Goals. Messi played a total of 693 minutes in 7 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 4 goals and made 1 assist. He covered a total distance of 62.7 kilometers with the top speed of 30.3 kilometers per hour, and 45.5 % of his shots are on target. Messi fouled six times and made 34 solo runs into area with 26 deliveries in penalty area. He scored 9.46 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

2. Cristiano Ronaldo

Captain of the Portugal national team Cristiano Ronaldo also plays for Spanish club Real Madrid and has scored 190 goals in 171 club league appearances. He has already achieved the FIFA World Player of the Year award, FIFPro Player of the Year award, World Soccer Player of the Year and the Onze d’Or award. He made 114 International appearances for Portugal and scored 50 International Goals. Ronaldo played a total of 270 minutes in 3 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 1 goals and made 1 assist. He covered a total distance of 28.2 kilometers with the top speed of 31.2 kilometers per hour, and 60.9 % of his shots are on target. Ronaldo fouled two times and made 8 solo runs into area with 2 deliveries in penalty area. He scored 7.96 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

3. Neymar Jr.

Winger of the Brazilian national team Neymar Jr. also plays for Spanish club FC Barcelona and scored 16 goals in 32 club league appearances. He won the South American Footballer of the Year award twice consecutively in 2011 and 2012 and also achieved FIFA Puskás Award in 2011. He has already made 54 International appearances for Brazil and scored 35 International Goals. Neymar Jr. played a total of 457 minutes in 5 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 4 goals and made 1 assist. He covered a total distance of 49.9 kilometers with the top speed of 31.8 kilometers per hour, and 72.2 % of his shots are on target. Neymar Jr. fouled eight times and made 21 solo runs into area with 16 deliveries in penalty area. He scored 9.35 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

4. Arjen Robben

Winger of the Dutch national football team Arjen Robben also plays for German Bundesliga club Bayern Munich and scored 59 goals in 110 club league appearances. He was named Footballer of the Year 2010 in Germany and is the third highest rated player in EA Sports’ FIFA 15. He has already made 82 International appearances for Netherlands and scored 26 International Goals. Robben played a total of 690 minutes in 7 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 3 goals and made 1 assist. He covered a total distance of 79.3 kilometers with the top speed of 32.2 kilometers per hour, and 95 % of his shots are on target. Robben fouled ten times and made 38 solo runs into area with 19 deliveries in penalty area. He scored 9.74 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

5. Thomas Mueller

Attacking midfielder of the German national football team Thomas Mueller also plays for German Bundesliga club Bayern Munich and scored 60 goals in 171 club league appearances. He won the Golden Boot as the top scorer and was named Best Young Player of the FIFA World Cup 2010. He has already made 56 International appearances for Germany and scored 22 International Goals. Mueller played a total of 682 minutes in 7 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 5 goals and made 3 assist. He covered a total distance of 84 kilometers with the top speed of 30.5 kilometers per hour, and 62.50 % of his shots are on target. Mueller fouled fourteen times and made 9 solo runs into area with 12 deliveries in penalty area. He scored 9.63 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

6. Luis Suárez

Striker of the Uruguayan national football team Luis Suárez recently moved to Spanish club FC Barcelona in July 2014 from Premier League football club Liverpool F.C. where he scored 69 goals in 110 club league appearances. He won the PFA Players’ Player of the Year and the FWA Footballer of the Year in 2014. He has already made 79 International appearances for Uruguay and scored 41 International Goals. Suárez played a total of 178 minutes in 2 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 2 goals and made no assist. He covered a total distance of 18.1 kilometers with the top speed of 28.7 kilometers per hour, and 75 % of his shots are on target. Suárez fouled seven times and made one solo runs into area with 4 deliveries in penalty area. He scored 7.66 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

7. Robin Van Persie

Striker and Captain of the Dutch national football team Robin Van Persie also plays for Premier League football club Manchester United and scored 40 goals in 64 club league appearances. He was ranked 11th in the list of the 100 best players in the world by The Guardian newspaper in 2013. He has already made 91 International appearances for Netherlands and scored 47 International Goals. Van Persie played a total of 548 minutes in 6 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 4 goals and made no assist. He covered a total distance of 62.3 kilometers with the top speed of 30.2 kilometers per hour, and 81.30 % of his shots are on target. Van Persie fouled eighteen times and made 6 solo runs into area with 1 delivery in penalty area. He scored 9.13 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

8. Philipp Lahm

Defensive midfielder of the German national football team Philipp Lahm also plays as a full back for German Bundesliga club Bayern Munich and made 267 club match appearances for them till now. He is widely considered as the best full back of his generation and was nicknamed the “Magic Dwarf”. He has already made 113 International appearances for Germany and scored 5 International Goals. Lahm played a total of 690 minutes in 7 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored no goals but made 2 assists. He covered a total distance of 81.0 kilometers with the top speed of 28.7 kilometers per hour, and 86.30 % of his shots are on target. Lahm fouled three times and recovered 39 balls with 46.2% cross completion rate. He scored 9.39 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

9. James Rodriguez

Winger of the Colombian National football team James Rodriguez also plays as the Attacking midfielder for Spanish club Real Madrid and scored 1 goal in 7 club league appearances. For a transfer fee of €80 million, he moved from Monaco to Real Madrid, which made him the most expensive Colombian in history.He has already made 27 International appearances for Colombia and scored 11 International Goals. Rodriguez played a total of 399 minutes in 5 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored 6 goals and made 2 assists. He covered a total distance of 46.1 kilometer, with the top speed of 30.9 kilometers per hour, and achieved 69% passes completion rate. Rodriguez fouled ten times and achieved 41.7 % crosses completion rate. He scored 9.37 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.

10. Andrés Iniesta

Central Midfielder of the Spanish National football team Andrés Iniesta also plays for Spanish club FC Barcelona and scored 33 goals in 341 club league appearances. He won the La Liga Spanish Player of the Year award in 2009 and won the UEFA Best Player in Europe award in 2012. He has already made 99 International appearances for Germany and scored 12 International Goals. Iniesta played a total of 270 minutes in 3 matches of 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and scored no goals but made 1 assist. He covered a total distance of 30.5 kilometers with the top speed of 25.6 kilometers per hour, and achieved passes completion rate of 69 %. Iniesta fouled ten times and recovered 10 balls with 41.7 % cross completion rate. He scored 9.37 in FIFA Official Castrol Index of Top Players.