Many great men have been a part of the rich history of Chelsea football club. From managers to amazing players, there is no shortage of outstanding football personalities who are more than worthy of a place in every fan’s memory. To be a legend though, one must need to be more than just a great player. He must be a fan favourite, a true leader, and an important player in the establishment of ‘The Blues’ as a power in European football. The ‘Lion of Munich’ Didier Drogba best exemplifies these qualities, and has in fact been voted Chelsea’s greatest player of all time in a poll of 20,000 fans. The charismatic striker was at the heart of Chelsea’s unlikely comeback victory in the memorable Champions League final against Germany’s Bayern Munich last May, scoring the tying goal in the 88th minute and the winner on the final penalty kick of the 4-3 shootout, thus breaking the hearts of Bayern Munich fans.
Germany is one of the most successful football nations in the world, and the sport is undoubtedly the most popular in the country. But apart from football, Germany is regarded as a powerhouse in various sports disciplines like hockey, rugby union, and motorsport racing. Tennis is also a favourite among the German people, and it has produced legendary names like Boris Becker. Becker was known to be a great champion all throughout his career, and his retirement from tennis did not quell his competitive drive. Since retiring from tennis, Becker has enjoyed a life in media, doing a little bit of everything from writing autobiographies to starring in his own reality television show. When it comes to tournaments, he still competes; only these days, he prefers the poker room to the tennis court. He’s been playing poker for the past few years, becoming a regular fixture in the live scene. Like most sports personalities, Becker started to hone his skills while playing online poker after his professional career was done. Online sites like partypoker de provide the venue for poker enthusiasts to play the game at the comfort of their own home. It offers the best online poker experience, and they offer the biggest rooms with tremendous player action, anytime of the day. True competitors never stop competing. In truth, athletes like Becker offer the same skill set to the poker table in reading opponents, playing to their strengths and identifying an opponent’s weakness.
Didier Drogba may have been voted by most fans as the greatest Chelsea football player ever, but other greats have played their best football in Stamford Bridge. England midfielder Frank Lampard, who placed second to Drogba in the fan’s voting, continues to play an integral part for the team. Drogba paid tribute to Lampard by saying that he was the best midfield player he ever played with. Other notable players who are worthy of such recognition from Chelsea fans are retired German star Michael Ballack, and current club captain, John Terry of England.
How can Gianfranco Zola not get a mention before Ballack? He was voted the best on other polls.
cech, cole, makelele, cavalho all deserve legendary status