Eric Cantona showed absolutely no love for modern footballers with his Dream XI.
The Manchester United legend gave his ultimate team to FourFourTwo, which we’re absolutely delighted included Roy Keane alongside the likes of Diego Maradona, Franz Beckenbauer, George Best and Johann Cruyff.
Cantona was full of praise for the Cork native while explaining his selection.
“Do I need to say why? He was the best in midfield; he could play everywhere. He could play the holding role and be defensive, but then he could suddenly burst forward and score goals.”
“He was so intelligent in how he played the game and let me tell you: it felt good to have him behind me for four seasons. He’d win the ball and then give it to me. And what a character! He’d lead my team and inspire them.”
Cantona, who chose himself as manager of the fantasy side went with the ultra-attacking 3-4-3 formation with Colombian keeper Rene Higuita in goal.
Beckenbauer, Brazil’s 1982 World Cup right back Junior and Giacinto Facchettito comprise the back three. Roy Keane partners the frizzy-haired Carlos Valderrama in central midfield, while Maradona and Garrincha take the wide midfield roles.
George Best, Johan Cruyff and Mario Kempes make up the lethal front three.
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