2008 Top 10 Players of the Year

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An unforgettable year in soccer, 2008 brought many surprises including the Champions League Final, and the European Championships. During the course of the year, soccer players competed on domestic level and the national level. The Soccer Equipment Reviews team is bringing you their Top 10 Players of the Year in 2008, after a fabulous year in football.

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10. Luca Toni- Coming in as a surprise number ten on our lists, the big Italian had a breakthrough season at Bayern Munchen, leading the German Bundesliga and UEFA Cup with a 39 goal tally.

Luca Toni wears Lotto Zhero Evolution Due soccer cleats.

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9. David Villa- David Villa has always been a solid player, however he snuck up to number nine on our lists because of his amazing performance at the European Championships this summer. The Spaniard won the Golden Boot at the tournament and helped his country go on to win the Euro.

David Villa wears Adidas F50.9 soccer cleats.

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8. Frank Lampard- The English and Chelsea midfielder has landed into SER’s eighth place, with a great 2008 season. He is a very versatile player, with the ability to both score goals and create them. He is a well rounded player who contributes a lot to a strong Chelsea side.

Frank Lampard wears Adidas Adipure soccer cleats.

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7. Cesc Fabregas- Although only 21 years of age, the Spaniard already captains his Arsenal squad, and has a few national caps under his belt as well. A midfield maestro with a amazing vision and a deadly touch.

Cesc Fabregas wears Nike Tiempo Legend II soccer cleats.

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6. Iker Casillas- At 26 years old, Casillas is now considered to have edged Petr Cech and Gianluigi Buffon as the world’s number one goalkeeper. You can expect the Spaniard to come up with big saves, as he showed in the European Championships (penalty shoot-out against Italy) and with Real Madrid.

Iker Callilas wears Reebok Valde Pro soccer cleats.

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5. Steven Gerrard- The Merseyside midfielder seems to support the whole of his Liverpool side, coming up with amazing performances game in and game out. Either creating goals or assists, the Briton is a well-rounded and dominating center midfielder.

Steven Gerrard wears Adidas Predator Powerswerve soccer cleats.

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4. Kaka- The reigning footballer of the year, the Brazilian is known for his attacking style and flair. He can score goals or dribble rings around defenders, both on national level with Brazil, or in the Serie A with A.C. Milan. His performances are vital for a struggling A.C. Milan side.

Kaka wears Adidas Adipure soccer cleats.

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3. Fernando Torres- Although being plagued by injuries this half of the season, after an awesome first season with Liverpool, the Spaniard vaulted to superstar status. He is quick and surprisingly strong, and can be expected to turn anything into goal scoring oppurtunities.

Fernando Torres wears Nike Total 90 Laser II

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2. Lionel Messi- At 21 years of age, the Argetinian is beginning to mature to a level equal to that of Maradonna. Messi has the ability to do the impossible with the ball at his feet, and has a high goal to game ratio.

Lionel Messi wears Adidas F50.9 soccer cleats.

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1. Cristiano Ronaldo- It is probably not a surprise that the Portuguese winger claims the top spot. With a huge bagful of goals, 43 to be exact, his outstanding form helped Manchester United to win a lot of silverware.

Cristiano Ronaldo wears Nike Mercurial Vapor IV soccer cleats.

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