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Top 10 Most Richest Footballers 2014

famous Portuguese footballer, who is also the Most Popular Athlete in the World. Ronaldo has topped the listwith total earning of 44 Million USD. Ronaldo has commercial deals with several companies, he is receiving 21 million USD through these deals. so he is the most wealthiest footballer in 2014.

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Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
44 Million USD	23 Million USD	21 Million USD

2. Lionel Messi

Barcelona’s star player, widely acknowledge as Greatest Soccer Player, though he is only 26 year old. Massi proving his greatness day by day. gaining a lot of fame and acknowledge, he is also making some money. Messi’s total earning 41.3 Million USD, making him 2nd richest soccer player in world. as you can see in the chart below, that he is making half of his money through commercial endorsements.

Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
41.3 Million USD	20.3 Million USD	21 Million USD

3. Wayne Rooney

Wayne Rooney, who is described as one of the All Time Best Striker football world ever witnessed. from his first goal in champions league at age of 16 to till date he has played some amazing soccer. Rooney’s annual earning of 21.1 Million USD, making him 3rd richest footballer on earth. check his earning chart below.

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Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
21.1 Million USD	18.1 Million USD	3 Million USD

4. Sergio Aguero

Diego Maradona‘s Son in law Sergio Aguero who plays for Manchester city and the Argentinean national football team as a striker. Sergio Aguero is fourth in list of Top 10 Most Richest Footballers 2014. he is making 20.9 Million USD annually. his 17.4 Million handsome salary mixing with 3.5 million commercial income.

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Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
20.9 Million USD	17.4 Million USD	3.5 Million USD

5. Didier Drogba

Ivorian footballer who plays as a forward for Galatasaray in the Süper Lig. Didier Drogba has also played for Chelsea. his annual income is almost 21 million USD, including 5 million via commercial deals.below is the chart about his income.

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Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
20.8 Million USD	15.8 Million USD	5 Million USD

6. Yaya Touré

Important member Ivory Coast national team, who is playing for Manchester City in English season as a midfielder. 20.7 million dollar annual income, making him 6th most valuable soccer player in the world. below is his income chart.

Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
20.7 Million USD	18.2 Million USD	2.5 Million USD

7. Neymar

Brazilian young star, who is playing for Barcelona. Neymar Santos transferred Real Barcelona in €57 million, that was the 10th Most Expensive Transfers in history of soccer transfers. now he is the 7th richest player in the world 2014. Neymar annual earning is 20.5 million dollar, including 10 million off the field income.

Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
20.5 Million USD	10.5 Million USD	10 Million USD

8. Fernando Torres

Torres is one of the talented player in currant scenario. Spanish star playing for Chelsea. 20 million dollar annual income, making him 8th highest paid footballer in 2014.

Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
20 Million USD	17 Million USD	3 Million USD

9. Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Swedish professional footballer who plays as a striker for League 1 club Paris Saint-Germain and the Swedish national team for which he is captain.Ibrahimovic is the 9th in our Top 10 Most Richest Footballers 2014. check his income detail in chart below.

Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
19.7 Million USD	17.2 Million USD	2.5 Million USD

10. Kaká

One of the most handsome footballer of all time. Kaka’s full name is too “full” Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite. Brazilian midfielder who is also playing for Italian Serie A club Milan. he is the 10th and last member of Richest Footballers 2014 list. his earning details are in chart below.

Total Earning	Earning Via Salary/Winnings	Earning Via Endorsements
19.3 Million USD	13.8 Million USD	5.5 Million USD

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The Top 10 Fastest Footballers in the World 2013/14

1. Antonio Valencia-Man United

Antonio Valencia of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the UEFA Champions League Group A match between Manchester United and Bayer Leverkusen at Old Trafford on September 17, 2013 in Manchester, England

According to FIFA, Man United’s winger Antonio Valencia is the fastest footballer out there. The top speed for the 28-year-old Ecuadorian has been clocked at 35.2 kilometres per hour which is 21.9 miles per hour.

2. Gareth Bale-Real Madrid

Real Madrid's Welsh forward Gareth Bale takes part in a training session at the Valdebebas training ground in Madrid on September 27, 2013

Welshman Gareth Bale is now strutting his stuff over in Spain with Real Madrid rather than in the Premier League. The 24-year-old former Spur has reached 34.7 kilometres per hour which is 21.6 miles per hour.

3. Aaron Lennon-Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur's English midfielder Aaron Lennon runs with the ball during the pre-season friendly football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Espanyol at White Hart Lane in north London on August 10, 2013

Tottenham’s English winger Aaron Lennon has always been a speedster down at White Hart Lane. He can reach up to 33.8 kilometres per hour which translates into 21 miles per hour.

4. Cristiano Ronaldo- Real Madrid

Real Madrid's Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo (L) vies with Atletico Madrid's Turkish midfielder Arda Turan during the Spanish league football match Real Madrid CF vs Club Atletico de Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on September 28, 2013

Portuguese international winger Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid can reach a speed of 33.6 kilometres per hour when he shifts into top gear. That’s good for 20.9 miles per hour.

5. Theo Walcott- Arsenal

Theo Walcott of Arsenal celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League group F match between Olympique de Marseille and Arsenal at Stade Velodrome on September 18, 2013 in Marseille, France

English international forward Theo Walcott of Arsenal has always been known to possess better than average speed, He’s been clocked at a high of 32.7 kilometres per hour which is 20.3 miles per hour.

6. Lionel Messi-Barcelona

Barcelona's Argentinian forward Lionel Messi gestures during the Spanish league football match FC Barcelona vs Real Sociedad at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on September 24, 2013

Lionel Messi is famous for his goal scoring ability, but the Argentine international forward who plays for Barcelona is also pretty fast. He has reached 32.5 kilometres per hour or 20.2 miles per hour.

7. Wayne Rooney-Manchester United

Wayne Rooney of Manchester United during the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester United and West Bromwich Albion at Old Trafford on September 28, 2013 in Manchester, England

English international striker Wayne Rooney is quite a bit faster than he may look. Once he kicks it into top speed he’s hard to keep up with. He has been recorded at 32.1 kilometres per hour which is 19.9 miles per hour.

8. Franck Ribery-Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich's French midfielder Franck Ribery celebrates after the fourth goal for munich during the second round football match of the German Cup (DFB - Pokal) FC Bayern Munich vs Hannover 96 on September 25, 2013 in Munich, southern Germany. AFP PHOTO/CHRISTOF STACHE

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French international Franck Ribery, who plies his trade with German Bundesliga team Bayern Munich isn’t any slouch when it comes to the speed department as he’s been timed at 30.7 kilometres per hour or 19.1 miles per hour.

9. Arjen Robben-Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich's Dutch midfielder Arjen Robben reacts after the third goal during the UEFA Champions League Group D football match FC Bayern Muenchen vs CSKA Moscow in Munich, southern Germany on September 17, 2013

Dutch forward Arjen Robben of European and German champions Bayern Munich combines his speed and dribbling making him one of the world’s top players. He’s also reached a speed of 30.7 kilometres per hour in the past which translates to 19.1 miles per hour.

10. Alexis Sanchez-Barcelona

Barcelona's Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez kicks the ball during the UEFA Champions league football match FC Barcelona vs Ajax Amsterdam at Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on September 18, 2013

Alexis Sanchez, is a speedy Chilean winger who plays with Spain’s Barcelona has reached a top speed of 30.1 kilometres per hour. That’s 18.7 miles per hour for the 24-year-old.

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Top 10 Highest Paid Footballers In The World Ahead Of World Cup 2014

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo is now the highest paid soccer player in the world with $73 million in total earnings.

According to the latest list by Forbes, the 29-year-old Portuguese star usurped the No. 1 spot from the now–retired David Beckham thanks to wages totaling $49 million and $24 million in endorsements.

It’s a $30 million boost in earnings for Ronaldo from last year, and the Spanish Primera now owns the top two spots with Barcelona’s Lionel Messi next up with $65 million. Messi is expected to receive a raise of €13 million when his new deal is signed.

The list of highest-paid players is loaded with stars strictly from the English Premier League, Spanish Primera and France's Ligue 1.

Some players dropped, most notably Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero and Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney. Both actually earned more money in 2014, but the likes of Paris Saint-Germain’s Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Messi teammate Neymar posted outstanding earnings with higher salaries and endorsements from a year ago.

Ibrahimovic wasn’t even ranked in the top 10 last year, while Neymar moved up from No. 8 to No. 4 after his first year in Spain.

No. 1 Cristiano Ronaldo, Real Madrid: $73 million in total earnings. Reuters

This year’s Ballon d’Or recipient, the Portuguese racked up 31 goals and helped Real Madrid reach the Champions League final with his leadership and otherworldly scoring abilities. Ranking tops in salary and endorsements, Ronaldo is by far the highest paid player in the world.

No. 2 Lionel Messi, Barcelona: $65 million Reuters

The Argentine star agreed to a new contract, and while he hasn’t signed yet, his wage is set to rise and he could be No. 1 next year.

No. 3 Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Paris Saint-Germain: $34 million Reuters

Known for both his incredible goals and cockiness on the pitch, Ibrahimovic has brought PSG back amongst the top clubs in Europe with two consecutive French Ligue 1 titles.

No. 4 Neymar, Barcelona: $28 million Reuters

The only player on the list who’s endorsements outweighed salary, Neymar has become a sensation in Barcelona and looks to guide Brazil to a sixth World Cup title in Rio this summer. He earned $12 million in salary, and $16 million from sponsors like Nike, Panasonic and Volkswagen.

No. 5 Radamel Falcao, AS Monaco: $26 million Reuters

A serious knee injury derailed the Colombian’s season, his first in Monaco, but he could still play a significant role in his country’s World Cup bid.

No. 6 Gareth Bale, Real Madrid: $24 million Reuters

An astounding and record-breaking transfer to Real Madrid put lots of pressure on Bale, but his winning-wonder goal in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona solidified his place in Spain’s toughest league.

No. 7 Wayne Rooney, Manchester United: $22 million Reuters

Rooney and the Red Devils trudged through a downtrodden English Premier League season, but endorsements from Nike, Samsung and Harper Collins keep 28-year-old in the black and the top 10.

No. 8 Sergio Aguero, Manchester City: $21 million Reuters

He helped City capture a second EPL title in the last three years with 17 goals, the fourth most in league this term.

No. 9 Yaya Toure, Manchester City: $21 million Reuters

Just below his teammate, Toure was third in the EPL with 20 goals and his contract is loaded with incentives which could skyrocket his wages next year if City performs well again.

No. 10 Fernando Torres, Chelsea: $20 million Reuters

No longer considered one of the top strikers in the world, Torres might have played his last match at Stamford Bridge but his sponsorship deals with Adidas and Pepsi still rank him among the highest paid.

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