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Carles Puyol
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Spain · 1995–2014

Carles Puyol

Legend CB, also CDM Right-footed sweeper
Rating
90
Caps
100
Goals
3
Life
1978
Clubs
FC Barcelona
Honours
Hall of Fame
#12
Editorial rank of 33 for Spain
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The people's rank, live from duel votes

The tireless Barcelona and Spain captain, Puyol epitomised courage and leadership, inspiring his teams to World Cup, Euro, and multiple Champions League triumphs with his fearless defending. Career record: 100 caps and 3 goals for Spain; club career at FC Barcelona C, FC Barcelona Atlètic, FC Barcelona; honours include Hall of Fame.

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Career record

1999–2014FC Barcelona
Spain100 caps, 3 goals

Shared the era

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Around Puyol in the almanac

One rank above: Sergio Busquets at #11.

One rank below: Jordi Alba at #13.

Spain's editorial top five: Alfredo Di Stéfano · Andrés Iniesta · Xavi · Iker Casillas · Rodri.