Top 10 strongest footballers in the world - You won't believe #1 and #2 are Nigerians (With Photos)

Strongest footballers : Football requires both skill, practice and fitness. Strength is the not the most important factor in the game but footballers with huge physical presence can have a massive advantage in either attack or defence. Football has seen strong players in the past and below are the top 10 strongest players in world football. More How to stop masturbating 5 reasons Wizkid snubbed Eva Alordiah’s fiance at the Headies Tips to having a flat stomach in a week Prediction and analysis of the future of MMM – This is what will happen in January 10. ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC – MANCHESTER UNITED – SWEDEN

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is without a doubt one of the world’s finest footballers guaranteeing goals where ever the tall Swede goes. Ibra’s build and athleticism makes him one the most feared opponents for defenders. The Swede is the perfect striker and enters the list at number ten.

9. CHRISTIAN BENTEKE – LIVERPOOL – BELGIUM

Christian Benteke’s strength and power at the spearhead of Aston Villa’s attack made him one of the most feared strikers in his debut season for the Villains. Benteke’s second season at Villa was injury plagued, hence, he was later sold off to Liverpool in July 2015 for a whopping £32.5 million, making him their second most expensive transfer of all time. The Belgian is a big threat to his opponents due to his strength and aerial threat and this is why he made our list at number nine. 8. GIORGIO CHIELLINI – JUVENTUS – ITALY

Giorgio Chiellini enters the list at number eight with the Italian leading his Juventus side to yet another Scudetto last season. He is a brave, strong defender which coupled with his physical strength makes him one of the best in the world. The 29 year old puts his body on the line for his team and leads through example in Italy. 7. ROMELU LUKAKU – EVERTON– BELGIUM

Romelu Lukaku’s abilities have made a name for himself in world football as well as his physical presence. After a brief spell at Chelsea which saw him loaned out twice to West Brom and Everton, Romelu eventually signed with Everton for a club record £28 million in 2014. The 22-year-old Belgian is similar to former Chelsea hero Didier Drogba using his strength and power to unsettle the defender. He is amongst the strongest in the world entering the list at number seven. 6. YAYA TOURE – MANCHESTER CITY – IVORY COAST

Yaya Toure has spent recent seasons as the powerhouse in Manchester City’s star studded midfield. Toure is regarded as a box-to-box midfielder who plays with uncanny precision and versatility and delivers when needed. He moved to Man City in 2010 and has been awarded the award for Best African Footballer of the year four times consecutively. Toure is a giant powerful figure with wonderful technique making him one of the best in the world. 5. CHRIS SAMBA – DYNAMO MOSCOW – CONGO

Chris Samba was a wall in Blackburn Rovers’ defence during his time in England. Although his time at QPR was not what he was hoping for, Samba is a huge obstacle to overcome in any defence. The Congo international is a man mountain currently plying his trade in Russia with Dynamo Moscow. Samba tips the scale at 100kgs which enables him to easily dominate the penalty area.

4. VICTOR WANYAMA – SOUTHAMPTON – KENYA

Victor Wanyama is the highest ranking top level player after switching Scotland for England, leaving Celtic to join Southampton. Wanyama stands over six feet tall and is one of the most immensely powerful midfielders in the league. The Kenyan who wears the captain’s arm band for his national team had a bad first season after being hit with injuries. He has since found his footing and is well known for his sound leadership skills on the field of play. 3. GEORGE ELOKOBI – COLCHESTER UNITED – CAMEROON

Despite being just 5’9” tall, George Elokobi is one of the world’s strongest players. The former Wolves defender was part of the side which survived in the Premier League on the last day of the season back in 2011. He is currently a defender for Colchester United and before becoming a part of the team, was loaned out to numerous clubs including Bristol City. Elokobi is a colossal figure but our number one on this list said there is no doubt that he would beat the 28 year old in an arm wrestle. 2. DANNY SHITTU – FREE AGENT– NIGERIA

Danny Shittu is the runner up in our list of the 10 strongest players in world football. In his prime, Shittu was a fantastic Championship defender who was technically good as well as possessing godly strength. However due to his size and build, he was easily exposed at Premier League level due to his lack of pace. Shittu became a free agent in 2015 after he was let go by his former team, Millwall in 2015. The former Nigerian international whose football career has spanned 16 years has played for the likes of Norwich City, Charlton Athletic, Blackpool, Watfordand Bolton Wanderers. 1. ADEBAYO AKINFENWA – AFC WIMBLEDON – ENGLAND

Who else could be the number one strongest footballer in the world? Adebayo Akinfenwa has gained a reputation due to his strength and weighs over 16 stone. Akinfenwa is built like a tank and is a veteran of England’s lower leagues. Akinfenwa claimed that his arms were probably to same size of John Terry’s legs and no-one is going to argue with him. Once the Englishman enters ‘Beast mode’, there is seemingly no going back. The Berlin Wall has got nothing on this man who will terrorize almost anyone on the field of play. CLICK HERE to subscribe to our YouTube Channel for videos

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