Top 5 : The most influential footballers in their own countries

In this article we will take look at the five footballers who are the most influential, dominant and persuasive footballing names in their respective nations.

1. David Beckham in England

David Beckham with the Olympic torch !

Though he might have been not picked in the football squad of Great Britain for Olympics, he was the ambassador who brought the games to England. His name speaks for itself in England – David Beckham.

Though he’s way past his sublime best, David Beckham still is the richest footballer. He is positioned as the 7th richest sportsperson by Forbes, Cristiano Ronaldo (9th) and Messi (11th). Besides that the personal wealth of Victoria and DB is to be believed in the range of 129 million pounds. David Beckham kicked off the Olympic torch relay as well. He is believed to be a very influential figure in the  London Organising Committee (LOCOG) and his omission from the GB side wasn’t taken in a positive way. Result – three days later he was named in the stand-by list.