Manchester United's South Korean dynamo — the first Asian player to win the Champions League and one of the most energetic players of his era.
Park Ji-sung was the first Asian player to win the Champions League when United defeated Chelsea in 2008. Sir Alex Ferguson described him as one of his most important squad players — not for goals, but for his extraordinary ability to nullify the opposition's best player. He was particularly famous for limiting Xavi, Iniesta or Kaká in big Champions League matches.
Sir Alex Ferguson reportedly said he could nullify any world-class midfielder — famously keeping Kaká, Xavi and Iniesta quiet in Champions League matches.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- Champions League 2008
- Premier League 4x
- 100 South Korea caps