The ROCK! Marcel Desailly was one of the most POWERFUL defenders in football history. The Franco-Ghanaian was built like a tank and played like one too — nothing got past him. He won the Champions League with BOTH Marseille AND AC Milan, and then the World Cup with France. The man has a trophy collection that would make most players cry with envy!
Career Highlights
- Won the Champions League with Marseille (1993) and AC Milan (1994) — in consecutive years with DIFFERENT clubs
- Won the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 with France as a key member of their legendary defense
- His partnership with Laurent Blanc for France was one of the most solid in international football history
- Was equally effective as a centre-back or defensive midfielder — the ultimate versatile defender
- Made over 100 appearances for Chelsea in the Premier League — bringing world-class quality to Stamford Bridge
The Verdict
Desailly was a champion everywhere he went — Marseille, Milan, France, Chelsea. Winning the Champions League with two different clubs in consecutive years is something that may NEVER be repeated. The Rock was the foundation that champions are built on!
Tomorrow: #16 — Stay tuned for the next defensive legend!
