Some of the strongest players in world football have also had the biggest impact. Zlatan Ibrahimovic's strength was famous and helped him win a host of trophies. Hulk showed off power with his arms and legs, recording remarkable shot speeds.
No matter the era, the strongest players in football have a way of leaving an indelible mark on the beautiful game. Those able to muscle off an opponent, use their strength to power through on goal or keep strikers at bay with their dominance can often be the difference between winning and losing matches. From Yaya Toure 's imperious form in the middle of the park for Manchester City to Zlatan Ibrahimovic 's bruising frontman abilities that saw him win titles wherever he went, football's most physical players have an ability to muscle their way right to the very top.
With that in mind, here are 12 of the strongest players in football history. Some of the most powerful shots in football history will have you mind-boggled. 12 Sol Campbell An absolute colossus of a man, Sol Campbell may be best remembered as being the subject of one of the most controversial football transfers of all time – switching Tottenham Hotspur for Arsenal back in July 2001.
But do not let that cloud your judgement of what a superior central defender he was. England have been blessed over the years with having all manner of unrelenting defenders put on the fabled white of the Three Lions – but none could rival Campbell’s unmatched level of raw strength. A two-ti.
