People Rank: The Greatest Soccer Player From Argentina
- April 11, 2024
- Santiago
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PEOPLE RANK: THE GREATEST SOCCER PLAYER FROM ARGENTINA
Without a doubt, Argentina has stamped itself in South American football as one of the best countries ever to play the game. Many players have contributed to Argentine soccer’s success, but one question divides soccer fans worldwide.
Who is the best Argentine-born soccer player in history? Generations are divided primarily between Maradona and Messi. However, this world rankings list will give us an insight into the collective opinion of the entire soccer community.
Diego Maradona
Widely regarded as one of the greatest players ever. Born in Villa Fiorito, Buenos Aires, Maradona’s mesmerizing dribbling skills, lightning-quick agility, and uncanny ability to control the game single-handedly earned him the nickname “El Pibe de Oro” (The Golden Boy). His crowning moment came in the 1986 FIFA World Cup, where he almost single-handedly led Argentina to victory, scoring the infamous “Hand of God” goal and the Goal of the Century against England in the quarterfinals.
- Full name: Diego Armando Maradona
- Position(s): Midfielder
- Date of birth: August 14, 1966
- Place of birth: Lanús, Argentina
- Most Notable Club: Napoli
Lionel Messi
Born in Rosario, Lionel Messi is a living testament to the beauty of Argentine football. Often hailed as the heir to Maradona’s throne, Messi’s astonishing feats on the pitch have earned him countless accolades, including a record-breaking six Ballon d’Or titles, and he is blessed with extraordinary dribbling ability, vision, and an unparalleled eye for goal.
- Full name: Lionel Andrés Messi
- Position(s): Forward
- Date of birth: June 24, 1987
- Place of birth: Rosario, Argentina
- Most Notable Club: Barcelona
Alfredo Di Stéfano
Known as “La Saeta Rubia” (The Blond Arrow), Alfredo Di Stéfano was a trailblazer whose influence extended far beyond the borders of Argentina. Born in Buenos Aires, Di Stéfano enjoyed a storied career with River Plate, Millionarios, and, most notably, Real Madrid.
- Full name: Alfredo Stéfano Di Stéfano Laulhé
- Position(s): Forward
- Date of birth: July 4, 1926
- Place of birth: Barracas, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Most Notable Club: Real Madrid
Gabriel Batistuta
Hailing from Reconquista, Santa Fe, Gabriel Batistuta was a lethal striker whose thunderous left foot struck fear into the hearts of defenders.
- Full name: Gabriel Omar Batistuta
- Position(s): Striker
- Date of birth: February 1, 1969
- Place of birth: Avellaneda, Santa Fe, Argentina
- Most Notable Club: Fiorentina
Juan Román Riquelme
Born in San Fernando, Buenos Aires, Juan Román Riquelme was a maestro in midfield, renowned for his sublime vision, passing range, and ability to dictate the tempo of a match.
- Full name: Juan Román Riquelme
- Position(s): Attacking Midfielder
- Date of birth: June 24, 1978
- Place of birth: San Fernando, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Most Notable Club: Boca Juniors
Santiago
Santiago is a sports enthusiast, fitness lover, writer, entrepreneur, and owner of letusrank.com. Born in Cali, Colombia, before moving to the sunny shores of Florida at the age of 7, Santiago has played soccer for as long as he can remember and has no plans to stop playing.
In pursuing a well-rounded athletic lifestyle, Santiago discovered the world of weightlifting and boxing at 13. Santiago would attend a local boxing gym and go to neighborhood backyard fights, where kids his age would put on gloves and box.
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