Get ready to witness the ultimate countdown – the top 10 Arsenal FC players of all time! From legends of the past, we’ll be showcasing the cream of the crop in the Gunners’ history books.
Arsenal, also known as the Gunners, are one of the most successful football clubs in English history. Founded in 1886, the North Londoners have won 13 League titles, 14 FA Cups, and 2 League Cups. They boast a rich history, one that has seen many great players come and go. In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 Arsenal players of all time.
Criteria for Selection
Selecting the best 10 players from the rich history of Arsenal is not an easy task. To make the selection process easier, we established the following criteria:
- Contribution to the club’s success, including winning titles and individual awards
- Skill and technical ability
- Leadership and impact on the team
- Longevity and consistency
Top 10 Arsenal Players of All Time
10. Cliff Bastin
Cliff Bastin is one of the greatest wingers in Arsenal’s history. The Englishman played for Arsenal from 1929 to 1947, scoring 178 goals in 396 appearances. He is the club’s third-highest goalscorer of all time. Bastin won five league titles and two FA Cups during his time with the Gunners. His pace and finishing ability made him a true legend at the club
9. Charlie George
Charlie George is one of the greatest Arsenal midfielders ever. The Englishman played for Arsenal from 1966 to 1975, scoring 49 goals in 179 appearances. He won one league title and one FA Cup during his time with the Gunners. His technical ability and finishing ability made him a true legend at the club.
8. Robert Pires
Robert Pires is one of the greatest Gunners wingers to grace the pitch. The Frenchman played for Arsenal from 2000 to 2006, winning two league titles and two FA Cups. During his time in north London, he was a key member of the 2003/04 Invincibles squad. Pires’ technical ability and vision on the wing made him a key component of Arsenal’s success in the early 2000s.
7. David Seaman
David Seaman is one of the greatest goalkeepers in Arsenal’s history. If not the very best. The Englishman played for Arsenal from 1990 to 2003, helping the club win three league titles and four FA Cups. Seaman’s shot-stopping ability and leadership on the pitch made him a fan favorite and a true Gunners legend.
6. Liam Brady
Liam Brady was one of a kind midfielder during his playing days in the English capital. The Irishman played for Arsenal from 1973 to 1980, scoring 59 goals in 307 appearances. Brady won one FA Cup during his time with the Gunners. His technical ability and vision made him a joy to watch and a key component of Arsenal’s success in the 70s.
5. Ian Wright
Ian Wright is the second-highest goalscorer in Arsenal’s history. The former striker played for the Gunners from 1991 to 1998, scoring 185 goals in 288 appearances. Wright won two league titles and one FA Cup in north London. His finishing ability, personality, and work rate made him a true legend at the club.
4. Patrick Vieira
Patrick Vieira was the heartbeat of Arsenal’s midfield during the late 90s and early 2000s. The Frenchman played for Arsenal from 1996 to 2005, winning three league titles and four FA Cups. He captained the ‘Invincibles’ squad’s unbeaten run to the Premier League title in 2003/04. Vieira’s physicality and leadership on the pitch made him a fan favorite. In his prime, he was one of the most feared midfielders in the world.
3. Dennis Bergkamp
Sitting third on our list of the best Arsenal players of all time is Dennis Bergkamp. The Dutchman played for Arsenal from 1995 to 2006 as a striker, scoring 120 goals in 423 appearances. Bergkamp won three league titles and four FA Cups during his time with the Gunners. He was a member of the 2003/04 Invincibles team. His technical ability and vision made him a joy to watch and a key component of Arsenal’s success in the late 90s and early 2000s.
2. Tony Adams
Tony Adams takes the runner-up spot in our list of the best Arsenal players of all time. Without a doubt, he is one of the club’s greatest defenders ever. The Englishman spent his entire career at Arsenal, spanning from 1983 to 2002. Adams won four league titles, three FA Cups, and two League Cups as a Gunner. His leadership and tenacity on the pitch made him a fan favorite and a true legend at the club.
1. Thierry Henry
Taking the top spot in this list of the best Arsenal players ever is Thierry Henry. The former French striker played for Arsenal from 1999 to 2007, scoring a club-record 228 goals in 376 appearances. He won two Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and was named the PFA Players’ Player of the Year three times. Henry’s combination of speed, skill, and finishing ability made him a nightmare for opposing defenders.
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