Who is the best defender in La Liga history?

Clasico icons and one-club legends from Madrid to Barcelona stake their claim. Who defended best?

1

Sergio Ramos

Real Madrid's leader and goalscoring centre-back across a trophy-laden career.

2

Carles Puyol

Barcelona's inspirational captain and rugged defensive leader.

3

Gerard Pique

Barcelona's ball-playing centre-back and multiple title winner.

4

Roberto Carlos

Real Madrid left-back with a thunderous shot and explosive overlapping.

5

Marcelo

Real Madrid's attacking left-back and most-decorated defender in club history.

6

Dani Alves

Barcelona's marauding right-back and one of the game's most decorated players.

7

Diego Godin

Atletico Madrid's uncompromising centre-back and defensive cornerstone.

8

Manolo Sanchis

Loyal one-club Real Madrid centre-back across two decades.

9

Jordi Alba

Barcelona's attacking left-back whose overlapping runs powered the side.

10

Jose Antonio Camacho

Tough Real Madrid full-back and a one-club defensive stalwart.

11

Miguel Angel Nadal

Powerful Barcelona defender nicknamed The Beast.

12

Eric Abidal

Versatile Barcelona defender and multiple title winner.