Volker Riedl

The reserved German midfielder dances past opponents with his endless stamina and exceptional close control, though his lack of physical strength makes him vulnerable in heavy challenges. To stay focused before kick-off, he refuses to touch the match ball with his hands in the locker room, forcing teammates to patiently nudge it toward him with their feet. His style on the pitch is as elegant as his strange pre-match superstition is baffling.