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15 Xavi (Spain)
World Cups 2002, 2006, 2010
Appearances 14
Goals 0
The greatest player in the most successful international team of all time, Xavi is the man who makes Spain tick and no matter how many tiki-taka specialists are produced in his mould, the likelihood is that the Catalan will always be the best midfielder of his type. He will go down in history as the key player in a side that has dominated since their win at Euro 2008 ended years of under-achievement, dictating play and combining beautifully with his partner-in-possession, Andrés Iniesta. He was integral as Spain won the World Cup for the first time in 2010, and at the age of 34, he is likely to retire from international football after Brazil – so enjoy him while you can.