Who is the best defender in England national team history?
From the commanding Bobby Moore to the immovable Rio Ferdinand, England has been blessed with exceptional defenders. Who is the greatest in Three Lions history?
1Bobby MooreEngland's greatest ever captain who lifted the 1966 World Cup trophy with matchless elegance and composure.
2Rio FerdinandManchester United's commanding center back whose composure on the ball set the template for modern defenders.
3John TerryChelsea's fierce and commanding center back who was England's most dominant defender of the 2000s.
4Ashley ColeArsenal and Chelsea's relentless left back, widely considered the best in the world at his position in the 2000s.
5Sol CampbellArsenal and Spurs' imposing center back who was a mainstay of England's defense at the 1998 and 2002 World Cups.
6Terry ButcherEngland's indomitable center back whose bloodied head-bandaged image from the 1989 Sweden qualifier became iconic.
7Stuart PearceEngland's passionate left back known for his thunderous shooting and redemption penalty against Spain at Euro 96.
8Gary NevilleManchester United's tenacious right back who formed a superb partnership with Beckham and made 85 England appearances.
9Emlyn HughesLiverpool's energetic captain who led England through the 1970s and was nicknamed 'Crazy Horse' for his all-action style.
10Kyle WalkerManchester City's dynamic right back who excels at both defense and attack and played at the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.
11Mark WrightLiverpool center back who shone for England at the 1990 World Cup in Italy, impressing with a sweeper role.
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