4) Eric Cantona – Manchester United
Would we rank Eric Cantona so highly if he wasn’t so damn cool? Maybe not, but who cares, because he is. The Frenchman played with his collar up, which was a metaphor for the peacock feathers he proudly displayed for his teammates and opposition alike. While only prolific for a short period, the quality and aesthetic beauty of Cantona’s goal will help him live long in the memory of football fans everywhere. (Except maybe not the one he kung-fu kicked in the head.)
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