Tackling technique aside, without doubt one of the most technically gifted players to have ever been born English
The quiet man of United has let his sublime football do the talking during his long and distinguished career. Arguably the best English passer of the ball in the last decade, Scholes sets the rhythm of the United midfield.
His well-timed late runs from midfield and long-range shooting provide plenty of goals. Scholes came through the ranks with Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs to form the backbone of United’s side for more than 15 years.
His consistency has been astonishing: his talent was key during United’s double-win of 1995-96, and was just as evident as the club regained the league 12 years later.