Judd won another Brownlow in 2010 having averaged close to 27 disposals, 14-contested touches, 5.25 tackles and 6.50 clearances a game and would end his career after 279 games, winning six All-Australian selections and five Best and Fairests. The Melbourne Team of the Century was selected in June 2000, by a panel that included Mike Sheahan, Percy Beames, Bill Guest, Lynda Carroll, Greg Hobbs, John Mitchell, Linda Pearce, Dudley Phillips and Steven Phillips. That's why the likes of Wayne Carey and Robert . The players have been selected and ranked based on their 21st century performances only, so any seasons prior to 2000 haven't been considered. In 2000, Rio Ferdinand became the most expensive defender in the world and the most expensive British footballer ever when he moved to Leeds for 18m. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. The argument for Bale falls into three categories: his astonishing rise at Tottenham, his performances in finals for Real Madrid, and his unwavering commitment to Wales. He was irreplaceable when he left, too. Hes Buddy brilliant. NY 10036. 2. Espaol. Birthplace: Rosario, Argentina. All rights reserved. This varies slightly from the Last Word On Baseball All-Decade teams list which took the best individual seasons. A powerhouse of the 21st century that hauled in four premierships in the Alastair Clarkson era (including three in a row from 2013-2015), the Hawks last played finals in 2018. A strong, tough-tackling defender, Terrys leadership was behind five league titles, four FA Cups, three League Cups, a Europa League crown and a Champions League title. 548 games, 303 goals and 57 assists record Radamel Falcao Garca in the twentieth century from the shirts of River Plate, Porto . The Cats start kick-off our list as a deserving candidate with a stelar record to his name. REAL MADRID Is Toni Kroos one of the best midfielders of the 21st century? Picture: Ian Cugley, Michael Voss led his Lions to three straight premierships. The Galacticos needed a goalkeeper as blockbuster to match. Can use the ball really well. LISTEN TO THE LATEST EPISODE OF THE DEBATE DAVID KING, DERMOTT BRERETON AND TOM MORRIS ON WHETHER CUTTING LIST SIZES WILL BE GOOD OR BAD FOR FOOTY, IF YOURE ON A MOBILE, TAP HERE TO LISTEN, 15. He was the Adelaide captain between 2001-2007, he won the AFLPAs best captain in 2005 and 2006. I dont want to put any pressure on the kids shoulders, but his debut is one of great anticipation, with some dubbing him a Brownlow chance (keep a lid on it) before the season has even begun. The Zero Hanger team recently undertook the major project of ranking the 15 AFL best players of the century in every position - defenders, forwards, ruckmen and midfielders. Birthdate: June 24, 1987. Puyol was part of Spains triumphant sides at Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup, and it was his headed goal against Germany that sent them through to the final of the latter tournament. Michael Voss The star of the Lions three-peat dynasty, Voss would add to his already stellar career with record breaking season after season following the conclusion of the 20th century. They (will) have a lot of youth and enthusiasm, Tuck said. Along with Hodge and Burgoyne, Richmond legend Matthew Richardson, AFLW trailblazer Daisy Pearce, former Geelong captain Cameron Ling, and 7NEWS football reporter Ryan Daniels also believe that the Hawks are on track to break a 58-year wooden-spoon drought. He was a fast skilful, accurate, hungry and strong onballer for both the Cats and Suns, proving he can lead a team of stars and one with next-to none. Because Judds explosive best during a four-year period at West Coast (2004 to 2007) was better than any players optimum output on this 20-man list. 21st century accolades: One NBA title, one-time Finals MVP, one-time MVP, 14-time All-Star, four-time 1st Team All-NBA, five-time 2nd Team All-NBA, three-time 3rd Team All-NBA, three-point. Debate about the best players of the 21st Century goes . Champion Geelong ruckman Graham "Polly" Farmer was today named as captain of the indigenous team of the century. These players have all played at some point throughout 21st century, however based on their entire . Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). At Madrid, he has scored one of the greatest goals in Clasico history a winner during the 2014 Copa del Rey final as well as one of the greatest goals in a Champions League final one of three Champions League final goals hes nabbed, while totting up four winners medals. Novak Djokovic (tennis) 18. Or why not treat yourself? Falling just short of the best player of the century, Franklin deserves a podium finish for his astounding career-to-date. Greatest player of the 21st Century (so far)" thread, where we could all share some of our favourite stories of the great man. Ablett in full flight in the trademark words of Fox Footy caller Dwayne Russell is as good as it gets. If his body holds up for another year or two, hes a huge chance to become just the sixth player in VFL/AFL history to reach 1000 goals. Abletts rise to superstardom genuinely kickstarted in 2007 and mirrored Geelongs rapid rise. Italiano . Random. 2000-2020 stats: 138 games, 140 goals, 82 Brownlow votes, averaged 24.5 disposals, 2000-2020 CV: Norm Smith Medallist, Brownlow Medallist, three-time All-Australian, two-time best and fairest. It recognises the role of Italian Australian players in the sport. AFL's biggest question 'everyone's talking . A key figure in the side's maiden AFL premiership success, Cornes is the club's only 300-game AFL player, won four best and fairests in seven years and was named in two All-Australian sides. Changkuoth Jiath had some solid moments in defence for Hawthorn in his first pre-season appearance and rising midfielder Jai Newcombe was also among the best with 27 disposals. The Chelsea legend established a reputation as one of the Premier Leagues greatest-ever defenders during 19 years at Stamford Bridge. When not pulling on the FFT shirt, he can be found at Reuters, The Times and the i. 2010 - Collingwood vs St. Kilda. Bath Round 13 and 14 rising stars Brandon Starcevich (Brisbane Lions) and Giant Jake Riccardi both miss the age barrier by less than six months but all the other rising star winners are in as are North Melbournes Tarryn Thomas, Bailey Scott and Jack Mahony, while Adelaides Chayce Jones and Fischer McAsey join Lachlan Sholl in the squad. Powerful yet graceful, explosive yet incredibly footy smart, Buckley at his best was the perfect midfielder. Sydneys Tom McCartin despite already playing 48 games and scoring 28 goals is ineligible as he was born two days before the calendar ticked over to the year 2000 as is Jordan Butts being born on New Years Eve 1999. The Hawks will take a lot of encouragement out of their practice match against Collingwood in Tasmania on Thursday, losing to last years preliminary finalists by just one goal. Today, we reveal the top five. Adelaide has 16 and the other cellar dweller (North Melbourne) has 14. As if scoring that goal wouldn't endear himself to the Manchester City faithful, the Argentinian became the all-time overseas Premier League hitman, the club's record scorer and one of the greatest forwards of all time. Future US, Inc. Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, But any suggestions the unprecedented long-term deal has been failure are off the mark, as his influence at the Swans has gone beyond footy. That he's managed to force himself into conversations alongside the great Gerd Muller is testament to what a phenomenon he's become: that he's managed to break records Der Bomber set is scarcely believable. CB, CM, CF. A subscription makes a thoughtful gift for both family and friends. When it comes to the most incredible trades of the 21st century, Brodie Grundy may well currently be on the podium after his move to the Dees . After drawing in the first game, at 68 points each, St. Kilda and Collingwood met again a week later to determine a winner. Its remarkable to reflect on what Mbappe has already achieved in his short career so far - and consider what might still be to come. The issue for his opponents, though, was he was anything but buddy-like to them on the field. These are guys you want to go out to battle with. CHRIS JUDD (WEST COAST EAGLES/CARLTON), 2000-2020 stats: 279 games, 228 goals, 210 Brownlow votes, averaged 22.9 disposals, 2000-2020 CV: Eagles premiership captain, Norm Smith Medallist, two-time Brownlow Medallist, two-time AFLPA MVP, six-time All-All Australian (one as captain), five-time best and fairest. Goodes is a two-time Brownlow Medalist, two-time premiership player and three time best and fairest with Sydney. The top 10 players in your ranking, below, will next go head-to-head with our winningest pre-80 and 80-99 stars for the battle to determine the one true bass GOAT. Another Champions League crown and the La Liga title came at Real Madrid, followed by three consecutive Bundesliga triumphs at Bayern Munich. New customers only. On the other hand, Jason Carter, born 11 days into the new millennium has already been delisted by Fremantle after two games in 2019. Stream them all for free on 7plus >>. 1 pick Sam Walsh with the Blues confirming hes a certain starter against Richmond. Port Adelaide, who lead the competition from go to whoa during the home-and-away season last season have managed to blood three quality millenniums who in 2021 should all bring up their half-century of games: Connor Rozee (38 games), Zac Butters (36) and Xavier Duursma (35) while at Collingwood, rising star Isaac Quaynor played 15 games but only three other millenniums played only a handful between them. Its hard to make a case against Barlows game as the best AFL debut since the start of the century and he didnt slow up recording 34 disposals the very next week against Essendon. The 2023 AFL Season is just around the corner and the Zero Hanger Season Guide is back! THE NUMBERS: 32 disposals, 7 marks, 5 tackles He captained Collingwood in 184 games, he captained them to a Grand Final, he was twice the AFLPAs best captain he is a silky footballer, he got it done. Statistically, Black is one of the greatest midfielders to grace the game, leading the all-time count for games, disposals, tackles, inside 50's, clearances,contested possessions and Brownlow votes for the Lions alone. Patrick Dangerfield (Adelaide/Geelong). Originally a striker, Roberto Carlos bombing runs, fierce shot and bending free-kicks made him possibly the most entertaining left-back the game has ever seen. Franck Ribery more than lived up to the billing. See who made it into Hawthorn's team of the 20th century. His time with the Suns proved he could do it with any side, winning a second Brownlow in 2013 and even winning the club's leading goal-kicking tally in 2012 and 2013. Language. Note that players must have played at least five seasons in the 21st century to meet the criteria and their body of work during the century is also key. An explosive, contested bull in midfield, Chris Judd burst onto the scene and quickly made a name for himself as one of the game's tidiest midfielders. Former AFL forward Daniel Menzel has ranked his top seven AFL captains of the 21st century. I dont necessarily know a lot of these guys in terms of how they lead inside the four walls because I wasnt with them, so Ive gone off the way they act on the field.. The versatile forwards creativity and reliable goal return - hes hit double figures in eight of the last nine La Liga seasons for Real Sociedad, Atleti and Barcelona - have helped him earn domestic accolades like La Liga Best Player in 2015/16. The game's all-time leader for marks was the focal point for the Saints for over a decade, claiming five All-Australian selections, six best and fairests and four leading goal-kicker awards across 336 games for St Kilda. Judd . As a 21-year-old, Franklins 2008 season was the stuff of legend. While most AFL fans will remember Ben Truck Rutten for his All-Australian defensive days his debut match in 2003 was something quite the opposite. The three-time German Footballer of the Year starred in Bayer Leverkusens remarkable runners-up treble of 2001/02, when they finished second in the Champions League, Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal, before losing the World Cup final to Brazil that summer. The Pole with the goals has gone from strength to strength, with an outrageous late career peak. The WA-born prospect had to toil to break into the Lions side, but he was rewarded with seven straight games late in the 2008 campaign going on to average over 26 touches in those matches. It's the toughest, hardest, most athletic game on the planet. They also had to have played at least one game at . Its no coincidence that in his three years at an increasingly galactic Real Madrid, he picked up two La Liga titles and a Champions League, while the club had to wait another four years to lift another domestic title and 11 years to lift a European title once he left for Chelsea. LANCE FRANKLIN (HAWTHORN/SYDNEY SWANS), 2000-2020 stats: 300 games, 944 goals, 170 Brownlow votes, averaged 15.5 disposals, 2000-2020 CV: Two-time premiership Hawk, eight-time All-Australian (one as captain), one best and fairest, four-time Coleman medallist, 11-time club leading goalkicker. We want to see it. Best forwards of the 21st century (L-R): Eddie Betts, Lance Franklin, Brendan Fevola, Matthew Pavlich. This list was composed by taking the players with the best careers in the 21st Century (2000-2019). But perhaps Alonsos greatest achievement was his central role in Spains three consecutive major tournament victories at Euro 2008, World Cup 2010 and Euro 2012. Michael Barlow looked composed beyond his years against the Crows to start 2010 as he effortlessly chalked up 33 touches, becoming a Freo fan favourite from day one. 1. Added to his premiership in 2000, Lloyd was selected as an All-Australian a total of five times, three coming after the turn of the century. The surrounding blur and rush did not disrupt his tempo, nor impair his vision. Toni Kroos can do both. 0. This year has been one of especially deep, painful . You will receive a verification email shortly. Not only was it the only win he played in, McGrath kicked an unreal five goals from 12 touches in the Tigers triumph against the Western Bulldogs. Makeleles deep-midfield role helped both provide defensive cover for and unlock the attacking talents of his team-mates further up the field. HIGHLIGHTS Watch the best of Team of the 21st Century back pocket, Dylan Grimes AFL career averages Kicks: 6.2 Handballs: 5.3 Disposals: 11.5 Marks: 3.8 Rebound-50s: 1.7 Contested possessions: 4.6 Uncontested possessions: 6.8 Intercepts: 4.2 Score involvements: 1.4 Tackles: 2.5 One-percenters: 4.9 Metres gained: 88.8 Between 2001 and 2003, Voss won two AFLPA MVP awards, two best and fairests, three best captain titles and All-Australian honours on three occasions (including twice as the captain). And hes a Buddy legend. The two-time Norm Smith medalist has reached unparalleled feats and continues to prove to be a one in a generation-type player. The Colombians football odyssey has taken him to seven different countries, with his most successful spells coming at Porto, Atletico Madrid and Monaco. Every now and then, you get caught on YouTube watching freakish Judd highlights from the mid-2000s. He dresses as he played, achieving class in the smart and the casual. But when Brisbane was in the midst of its premiership dynasty, Voss was at the peak of his powers both as a player and, subsequently, as a leader. Alastair Clarkson told a female reporter "your . Here is our top 15 players of the century. 236K subscribers in the AFL community. But their passion for their old club has not prevented them from having a very dim view of the season ahead. View All Partners But the trait that defined Voss career was his ferocity at the contest. Pryor is of course known as one of the best running quarterbacks in OSU history, but check out his passing stats in 2010: 2,772 passing yards, a crisp completion percentage of 65.0, and 27 . What is surprising is the two other clubs who also have 14: Port Adelaide and Collingwood. This was a massive reason as to why they had success and he led them to that success.. At the time, Bradd Dalziells 32 touches were the most ever recorded in an AFL debut. He won back-to-back Europa League titles with different clubs in 2011 and 2012 for Porto and Atleti, a Ligue 1 title with Monaco and is Colombias all-time top scorer with 35 goals in 90 caps. Pendlebury Good top 5. . Cornes might not be a match-winner like some of his 2004 premiership teammates, but he has an unmatched resume for any Port Adelaide player this century. The Collingwood great will go down in history as one of the clubs greatest onballers.