Who is the best midfielder in Argentina national team history?

Whether dictating play with surgical precision or dominating with sheer physicality, Argentina's midfielders have shaped football across generations. Who stands tallest?

1

Diego Maradona

Argentina's greatest player, a creative attacking midfielder and dribbler of supernatural skill who single-handedly won the 1986 World Cup.

2

Ángel Di María

Argentina's record cap holder among outfield players who scored the winning goal in the 2022 World Cup final after years of international contribution.

3

Juan Román Riquelme

Argentina's beloved playmaker who was one of the last great number tens — a master of pace, vision and the perfect pass.

4

Javier Mascherano

Argentina's most competitive midfielder and a warrior who was a key figure in multiple World Cup campaigns and captained the side.

5

Rodrigo De Paul

Argentina's modern midfield engine who was outstanding in the 2021 Copa América and 2022 World Cup title wins.

6

Juan Sebastián Verón

Argentina's elegant and technically gifted deep-lying playmaker who was considered one of the best midfielders of his generation.

7

Pablo Aimar

Argentina's diminutive and technically brilliant attacking midfielder who was Messi's idol and a fan favourite throughout his career.

8

Alexis Mac Allister

Argentina's technically gifted modern midfielder who was outstanding in the 2022 World Cup and has established himself as a key player.

9

Lucas Biglia

Argentina's dependable defensive midfielder who provided the shield in front of the defense for many years.

10

Ariel Ortega

Argentina's creative and tricky attacking midfielder known as El Burrito who thrilled fans with his dribbling and creativity.