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Football: 5 best attackers in the world
22 Jul 2018
When it comes to winning a game on a football pitch, attacking players play a key role.
From strikers, number 10s and wingers; the forwards are always in demand.
Their link-up play and vision for creating chances and scoring goals are instrumental.
As we gear up for the 2018-19 European club season, here are 5 best attackers across Europe.
Cristiano Ronaldo - Juventus
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5-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the GOATs.
He scored 4 times at the 2018 World Cup in Russia for Portugal.
This season would be significant for the versatile forward, who will be plying his trade in the Serie A for Juventus.
He left Real Madrid with a record of 451 goals and 4 Champions League titles.
Lionel Messi - Barcelona
Messi
Another GOAT and a modern day legend. The Argentine like Ronaldo has achieved almost everything possible.
The Barcelona record-scorer, Leo Messi, will once again look to be influential and successfully defend the club's the league title.
Messi did not have a productive World Cup after scoring just once in Russia.
But come the new season he will be wanting to reach newer heights.
Antoine Griezmann - Atletico Madrid
Griezmann
The Frenchman has gone on to become a crucial player for both his club as well as his country.
He played a significant role for France in the World Cup, where he scored 4 goals.
Griezmann is definitely a world-class player and has a knack of scoring aplenty.
The Europa League winner signed a contract extension at Atletico and will hope to dominate proceedings.
Eden Hazard - Chelsea
Hazard
Eden Hazard has been instrumental for Chelsea over the last 6 years where he has won multiple trophies.
The Belgium International helped his team finish third at the World Cup in Russia.
He scored three goals and made two assists.
The player could be on his way to Real Madrid this summer.
Hazard is a magician on the pitch and his technique is brilliant.
Harry Kane - Tottenham Hotspur
Kane
Harry Kane is an out and out number nine, unlike the other four greats, who thrive in every area.
Perhaps the most complete striker in the world at the moment.
Kane won the Golden Boot in Russia with 6 goals.
Over the last few years, he has been excellent in the Premier League smashing bagful of goals.
The England captain is a manager's delight.
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