Ultimate 1-50: the male footballers best associated with each squad number
With that in mind, the Guardian has had a go at deciding which male player is best associated with each squad number, from 1-50.
Key points
- The below list is highly subjective and ultimately a bit of fun, but don’t let that stop you being shocked and furious in equal measure.
- And why exactly does Mario Balotelli love wearing No 45 so much?
Various factors were taken into consideration, including how long a player wore/has worn that number, what they achieved/have achieved in it, why they decided to wear it in the first place and, in some cases, how distinctly it has become associated with them in death.
How this summary was made: extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting. It is drawn only from the reporting of the sources listed below — read the originals for full detail. How we summarize →
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