Legends in the Game: Best Black Football Players of All Time, Rank By Fans

By Ehtymag.com 5 Feb 2024 Sports

Pelé

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Didier Drogba

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Samuel Eto'o

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Kylian Mbappé

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N'Golo Kanté

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Virgil van Dijk

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