⚽️Virgil Van Dijk considered overrated compared to Chelsea's Ricardo Carvalho in defense.
🏆John Terry and Virgil Van Dijk selected as the best center-back partnership.
🌪️Trent Alexander Arnold's creative marauding style wins over Branislav Ivanovic's defensive strengths at right-back.
🧤Petr Cech rated higher than Alisson Becker as the best goalkeeper for combined Chelsea and Liverpool.
⚡️Ashley Cole hailed as the best left-back of all time over Andy Robertson.
Why wasn't Eden Hazard included in the combined 11?
—Due to our selection criteria, we focused on players from the Premier League era. While Hazard is a fantastic player, he played the majority of his career after the Premier League era began.
Who were the toughest players to leave out?
—There were many tough decisions, but some notable absences include Claude Makelele, Joe Cole, and Ryan Giggs.
Why was Virgil Van Dijk considered overrated?
—The discussion around Van Dijk being overrated stems from a difference in playing eras and the caliber of opponents faced. Some argue that Van Dijk hasn't faced the same level of competition as past defenders like Ricardo Carvalho.
Why was Trent Alexander Arnold chosen over Branislav Ivanovic?
—While Ivanovic was a great defender, Alexander Arnold's ability to contribute offensively and create opportunities from right-back gave him the edge.
Why was Ashley Cole selected as the best left-back?
—Ashley Cole's consistency, defensive prowess, and ability to excel at the highest level make him widely regarded as the best left-back of all time.
00:00Introduction to creating the best combined 11 of Chelsea and Liverpool in the Premier League era.
05:00Discussion and debate on the goalkeepers and the selection of Petr Cech as the best goalkeeper for the combined team.
12:30Analyzing the center-back position and the choice of John Terry and Virgil Van Dijk as the best center-back partnership.
20:15Evaluating the right-back position and the decision to select Trent Alexander Arnold over Branislav Ivanovic.
28:45Exploring the left-back position and the recognition of Ashley Cole as the best left-back of all time.
35:20Addressing audience questions about Eden Hazard's absence, tough player exclusions, Van Dijk's overrated status, and the selection of Alexander Arnold over Ivanovic.
