ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC PICKED HIMSELF IN A TEAMMATES XI

June 7, 2023
2 years ago
In true Zlatan Ibrahimovic form, he included himself in an All-Time XI of every player he has ever collaborated with.

Ibrahimovic's tenure as a footballer came to an end at the weekend after an outstanding career for many of the finest teams in the world.

After the victory over Hellas Verona on Sunday, the AC Milan attacker was surprisingly emotional as he ended his career with the Rossoneri.

The 41-year-old nonetheless managed to poke fun at the Verona supporters who were jeering him during his farewell address despite being overcome with emotion.
Before his run was interrupted, the big Swede's career saw him win eight consecutive league championships with Ajax, Juventus, Inter Milan, Barcelona, and AC Milan.

Before moving to the Premier championship with Manchester United, where he failed to win the championship, he won four consecutive league titles with PSG.

He helped Milan win their first league championship in 11 years, which was also how long he had been away, upon his return to the San Siro.

Ibra chose an all-time XI from the numerous outstanding clubs he had played for using just the teammates he had shared the pitch with, and he was forthright about it, according to Sky Italia.
Unsurprisingly, none of the teammates who were with the striker at Old Trafford are seen on the list.

Although it wasn't a classic United team, Zlatan did help them win the Europa League and the League Cup, netting a brace in the latter's championship game.

Although there is no denying Lionel Messi's talent, his strained relationship with Zlatan Ibrahimovic makes his inclusion in the team all the more surprising.

After Barcelona traded for the striker from Inter Milan and sent Samuel Eto'o in the other direction, Messi was 'worried' about the striker's arrival.
Gianluigi Buffon in goal and a defensive of Lilian Thuram, Thiago Silva, Alessandro Nesta, and Maxwell are less shocking choices. You'd have to work hard to get past that defence.

A front three consisting of Messi, Ibra, and Ronaldinho would be excellently countered by the midfield combination of Patrick Vieira, Xavi, and Pavel Nedved.