Annual Top 100 Footballers: Have Your Say on the Best Defensive Midfielders of 2021
As the end of the football season approaches, it’s once again time to celebrate and reflect on the standout performers across the globe. This year’s Top 100 Footballers list puts the power in your hands, giving fans the unique opportunity to help determine who truly deserves recognition as the elite in each position. Defensive midfielders—often the unsung heroes—are pivotal to a team’s balance, offering both defensive solidity and tactical intelligence.
How We Select Football’s Elite: Criteria for the Top 100
Selecting the world’s top footballers isn’t just about counting goals or assists. The ranking process considers multiple key aspects, including:
- Consistent performance and form throughout the 2021 season
- Achievements and contributions to both club and national teams
- The level of competition within their domestic and international leagues
- The player’s reputation, leadership qualities, and standout moments from the previous year
As a voter, you are encouraged to use these factors or any personal benchmarks you prefer while choosing your favorites.
Vote for Your Top Defensive Midfielders of 2021
Now is your moment to participate in the discussion and celebrate the best in the defensive midfield role. Below, you’ll find a poll with the nominees—simply reorder them based on who you believe deserves the top spot all the way down. Your input will shape the final ranking of the year’s dominant defensive anchors. Whether you prioritize tactical awareness, physicality, passing range, or on-field leadership, your perspective matters.
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Football thrives on the passion and opinions of its followers. Cast your vote for the Top Defensive Midfielders of 2021 and let your voice contribute to the definitive list of football’s ultimate performers in the holding midfield role.
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