Antony Safin

Like an explosive force of nature, he tears across the midfield with a wild aggression that leaves defenders helpless, even if his close control occasionally falters under pressure. Before every match, he forces his teammates to tug on his ears exactly three times, a bizarre ritual everyone humors despite shaking their heads in disbelief. His physical dominance and tireless stride make him an indispensable, if unpredictable, anchor for any starting eleven.