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Zinedine Zidane has praised the England legend as the best midfielder in the world.
Former France star Zinedine Zidane has paid tribute to Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, calling him the best in the world.
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The widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders in football history, made the bold statement in 2009, praising Gerrard's abilities and impact on the game.
What Zidane said
At the time, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were at the peak of their powers, dominating the football world with their incredible skills and achievements.
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However, Zidane saw something special in Gerrard, who was instrumental in Liverpool's success, including a 5-0 aggregate win over Real Madrid in the Champions League.
"I think he just might be the best in the world. If you don't have a player like Steven Gerrard, who is the engine room, it can affect the whole team," Zidane said.
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"You can't learn that players like him are just born with that presence," Zidane said.
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The French legend's words carry significant weight, and his admiration for Gerrard is a reminder of the impact that great players can have on their teams and the game as a whole.
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