Who is the best player in Argentina national team history?

Argentina has produced some of the most technically gifted players in football history. Vote for the player who most defined the Albiceleste and made a lasting mark on the world stage.

1

Diego Maradona

1986 World Cup winner and joint FIFA Player of the 20th Century, whose solo goal against England is called the 'Goal of the Century'.

2

Lionel Messi

Record eight-time Ballon d'Or winner who led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup and 2021 Copa América titles.

3

Gabriel Batistuta

Argentina's greatest striker before Messi, Batistuta scored in every World Cup he attended and led the team's attack for a decade.

4

Mario Kempes

Hero of the 1978 World Cup on home soil, scoring twice in the final to deliver Argentina's first title.

5

Daniel Passarella

Captain of the 1978 and 1986 squads, a commanding defender and leader known as 'El Gran Capitán'.

6

Juan Román Riquelme

Legendary playmaker and talisman of Boca Juniors, one of the last great No. 10s in world football.

7

Osvaldo Ardiles

Elegant midfielder and key member of the 1978 World Cup-winning team who later became an iconic figure at Tottenham.

8

Jorge Valdano

World Cup winner in 1986 and thoughtful attacking midfielder who scored in the final against West Germany.

9

Sergio Agüero

Argentina's legendary striker whose career record at Manchester City complemented strong national team performances.

10

Javier Zanetti

Iconic Inter Milan captain who amassed over 140 caps for Argentina, renowned for his tireless work rate.

11

Hérnán Crespo

Prolific striker who scored over 35 international goals and was one of Europe's most sought-after forwards.

12

Ángel Di María

The man who scored the winner in the 2022 World Cup final, a creative winger with over 130 caps for the Albiceleste.