Who is the best North American defender in football history?

Composed ball-players and rugged stoppers from Mexico and the USA stake their claim. Who defended best?

1. 1
   Rafael Marquez

   Mexican captain and elegant ball-playing defender with Barcelona pedigree.
2. 2
   Claudio Suarez

   El Emperador, Mexico's record cap holder and a dependable centre-back.
3. 3
   Carlos Salcido

   Versatile Mexican defender comfortable across the back line.
4. 4
   Marcelo Balboa

   Pioneering USA centre-back famed for his bicycle kicks.
5. 5
   Eddie Pope

   Composed USA centre-back and three-time World Cup participant.
6. 6
   Carlos Bocanegra

   USA captain and reliable centre-back of the 2000s and 2010s.
7. 7
   Oguchi Onyewu

   Powerful, physically imposing USA centre-back.
8. 8
   Hector Moreno

   Reliable Mexican centre-back with extensive European experience.
9. 9
   Steve Cherundolo

   Dependable USA right-back and long-serving Bundesliga performer.
10. 10
    DaMarcus Beasley

    Versatile USA player and the first American to play in four World Cups.
11. 11
    John Brooks

    USA centre-back remembered for his late winner at the 2014 World Cup.
12. 12
    Diego Reyes

    Mexican defender comfortable at centre-back or in midfield.
13. 13
    Cesar Montes

    Modern Mexican centre-back known for his aerial strength.