Top 10 Best Black Soccer Players Of All Time

Soccer is a sport that supports inclusivity. No matter which country you are from, you might support a footballing nation that is on the other side of the planet. Irrespective of where you are from and how you grew up, you can dare to dream of the finest stage of them all, winning the most prestigious accolades.

Our beloved sport is rich with history. Today, in particular, we shift the spotlights to the black soccer players.

Black soccer players have profoundly influenced the sport, showcasing resilience, leadership, and talent on the global stage. 

Their contributions inside and outside of the pitch have broken barriers and inspired many generations. 

This post will take a look at some of the best black soccer players of all time.

Top 10 Best Black Soccer Players

1. Pele

If Brazil is making a list and ranking their finest talents accordingly, Pele is miles clear. The Brazilian is considered one of the best in football. Due to his immeasurable impact, he is often hailed as one of the greatest soccer players of all time. From World Cup glories to personal accolades, he has written history that inspires every generation.

2. George Weah

If we are speaking of the top African talents, George Weah is the top name in that list. Till now, he is the first and only African player who has won a Ballon D’or.

George Weah has broken the barrier and allowed generations of players to dream big and make it in Europe. His 1995 Ballon d’Or win has been a milestone of African football.

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3. Samuel Eto’o

He is a true Cameroonian legend. When it comes to club competitions, he has won a lot of trophies. 

From LA Liga with Barcelona to winning the treble with Inter to coming to the Premier League with Chelsea, the Cameroonian striker has won a lot of trophies. From the League titles to UEFA Champions League, he has won a lot of silverware.

4. Didier Drogba

A top man on and off the pitch. Drogba is a living example of what a moment of a second can do in football. Jose Mourinho liked his performance when he was playing for Marseille.

As Jose joined Chelsea, the first transfer he made was to buy Drogba from Marseille. He told Abrahamovic to pay and not speak. Boy did that investment pay off. He was an integral part of Chelsea’s League trophies. In his second spell with the Blues, he secured the Champions League trophy with his winning kick at penalty shootout.

His popularity continued off the pitch with both football and political relations.

5. Kylian Mbappe

Taking a shift back to the recent years with the Frenchman. And we have every reason too because while being still young, the Ex-PSG man has won a lot of trophies internationally and with his club. 

In his first time making it in the French squad for the World Cup, he won the trophy. Mbappe was exceptional in the tournament and gave defenders a nightmare when it came to catching him.

Moreover, his spells at PSG were consistent with a lot of Goals every season. Raised by idolized Ronaldo, he himself is an idol to many now. 

With his move to Real Madrid, it is a moment of time till he starts winning trophies in LA Liga.

6. Briana Scurry

Known as the trailblazer of women’s soccer, her contributions to the Women’s national team helped elevate the women’s soccer profile in the US.

United States of America’s World Cup winning team and every other national squad pay their thanks to Scurry because of her carving the path to greatness for America.

7. Cobi Jones

If we are talking about the greatest Black soccer players in history, we simply cannot forget Cobi Jones. Jones was the most capped USMNT player in the history. During the ’90s and 2000s, Jones have played a crucial part towards the soccer evolution in US.

8. Jay-Jay Okocha

Creativity and flair made him one of the greatest players in football history in his time. He is a legend when it comes to the best black soccer players in history.

To this day, he is considered as one of the most entertaining soccer players of all time. His influence extended way beyond Nigeria, winning fans worldwide.

9. Mario Balotelli

If you are looking for a fine talent in football who has experienced the highest of highs and lowest of lows, it is Mario. From Manchester City to Inter, he has played under many coaches and all of them are equally wowed by his abilities while having the worst time dealing with him.

While the potential was there to see, his lack of dedication and outside-of-the-pitch battles have wasted his potential.

10. Sadio Mane

We finish our list today with the best Black Player of all time in terms his dedication on the pitch and Initiatives outside of the pitch. A massive portion of Sadio’s salary goes to the welfare of his hometown and the outskirts of it. 

Due to his honorable and charitable work, Sadio has won the Socrates Award. His on-field performances are no short of impressive as well, winning domestic and European cups with the clubs he played for.

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