Henry Winter's Premier League Team of the Deacde

Nick 0208 Ldn · 17th December 2009, 04:41

Telegraph Sport's Football Correspondent Henry Winter has chosen his team of the decade from the Premier League. Have your say on the great players of the last 10 years.

16 Dec 2009

Who would be in your Premier League XI of the decade? Henry Winter has chosen his and we've profiled his selection below, but want you to have your say on the best players of the Noughties.

Henry says: "Omitting Patrick Vieira and Roy Keane because they played only half the epoch, and with respectful nods to Ruud van Nistelrooy, Paul Scholes, Sami Hyypia and Jussi Jaaskelainen among others."

Here's his XI, in 4-4-2 formation:

Goalkeeper

* Shay Given: Manchester City's 33 year-old stopper has maintained the standards he set at Newcastle United.

Defenders

* Gary Neville: An Old Trafford great, Neville G has made over 500 appearances for Manchester United since graduating from the team's youth squad.

* Rio Ferdinand: The world's most expensive defender, Ferdinand joined Manchester United for £30m in July 2002 and has matured into a solid, composed player.

* John Terry, capt: A commanding, passionate centre-back who emerged from the Chelsea Academy to become captain of his club and country.

* Ashley Cole: Although he fails to inspire affection among many fans, the 28 year-old is admired for his poise in defence and eye for attacking options.

Midfielders

* Cristiano Ronaldo: Searing pace and mesmerising footwork combine to make Ronaldo the most lethal winger in the game, and the most expensive player in history.

* Frank Lampard: One of the most complete midfielders of his generation, 31 year-old Lampard's consistency brings with it tireless work, accurate passing and an impressive goal-scoring record.

* Steven Gerrard: A one-club man with Liverpool, Gerrard's match-winning ability has made him an Anfield hero.

* Ryan Giggs: The 36-year-old, named BBC Sports Personality of the Year, looks set to end his triumphant career where he began, at Manchester United, and be remembered for his dribbling skills and electric pace.

Strikers

* Wayne Rooney: Bursting into the England side at 17, while at Everton, Rooney is now firmly established as one of the most powerful, yet skilful, forwards in the game.

* Thierry Henry: Despite that notorious handball, Henry should be remembered for his electric pace, superb skills and outrageous talent.

Manager

* Sir Alex Ferguson: as the rock of Old Trafford clocks up 900 games with Manchester United, there is only one choice here.

Premier League team of the decade: Henry Winter's Noughties XI - Telegraph

I know there have been a fair few of theses but as journos go Henry Winter is certainly better than most IMO, so the above is hwo he saw it.

MrMarcello · 17th December 2009, 04:45

That midfield would leave the back four exposed so much that any counter would inevitably result in an opposing goal.

But in terms of attack, overall performance and star power, that is a good selection.

askabob · 17th December 2009, 04:48

Ruud instead of Rooney would make it a more lethal combination imo

Wittmann45 · 17th December 2009, 06:17

The only times I have seen Friedel has been when he played against us. Plus, from everything I heard, he isn't just a big game player, but is a solid all round keeper.

In recent times, he has been great everytime I have seen him.

I think he should have at least got a mention, whether its in the actually team or in the second paragraph

December_16 · 17th December 2009, 07:19

Errr why not VDS for keeper again?

Wittmann45 · 17th December 2009, 08:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by December_16

Errr why not VDS for keeper again?

Probably an attempt to be creative

If he had put VDS, every player would have been from a top 4 side

Sunny Jim · 17th December 2009, 08:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wittmann45

Probably an attempt to be creative

If he had put VDS, every player would have been from a top 4 side

that would be shocking, the best players playing for the best clubs in England.

Ixion · 17th December 2009, 10:44

To be fair Given has been an excellent keeper and played every season of the decade in the Premier League.

The Physio · 17th December 2009, 10:56

No Paul Scholes? Fuck off list.

Pogue Mahone · 17th December 2009, 11:04

Predictably English bias.

kouroux · 17th December 2009, 11:06

Rooney shouldn't be on there

noodlehair · 17th December 2009, 11:08

Paul Scholes should be in there. Roy Keane would get in ahead of Lampard too. I know it's a bit diffucilt to choose the central midfield, since Gerrard needs to be in there, but Lampard hasn't been as good as either Scholes or Keane. Plus Lampard and Gerrard have already proven what a shit partnership they are.

Can't really argue with the rest. Would maybe have a Bargkamp or Zola in there just for the genius factor. Rooney would have to make way though.

Nick 0208 Ldn · 17th December 2009, 11:24

But then Keane isn't halped by his career tailing off at the beginning of the decade, whilst Gerrard and Lampard have been in the ascendant as ti ahs gone on.

Pogue Mahone · 17th December 2009, 11:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by kouroux

Rooney shouldn't be on there

Agreed. He'll (hopefully) be a shoe-in for the team of next decade but there are way more deserving candidates from the last one, not least our own Ruud Van Nistelrooy.

032Devil · 17th December 2009, 11:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by fearghal

No Paul Scholes? Fuck off list.

X 2.

Two headbashers in midfield. The best midfielder of his generation left out (and that includes Gerrard).

eric le roi · 17th December 2009, 11:34

Paul Scholes should definitely be in there and that's not being biased. I'm not sure Rooney should be in there either.

FlawlessThaw · 17th December 2009, 11:43

A strong argument as far as I can see for Scholes in the team instead of Rooney as a large proportion of the decade he spent playing behind Van Nistelrooy.

Hectic · 17th December 2009, 11:52

No Paul Scholes, but Wayne Rooney?

Christofaux · 17th December 2009, 12:27

that team with vieira and keane in the middle instead of lampard and gerrard

quethenoo · 17th December 2009, 12:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Christofaux

that team with vieira and keane in the middle instead of lampard and gerrard

Yep that would be far superior imo, as long as they didnt try to to kick fuck out of each other!

WeasteDevil · 17th December 2009, 12:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hectic

No Paul Scholes, but Wayne Rooney?

Well, it's his best team, rather than his best player in every position. All rather subjective at best, but as far as I know, Scholes and Rooney don't play in the same position.

noodlehair · 17th December 2009, 13:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick 0208 Ldn

But then Keane isn't halped by his career tailing off at the beginning of the decade, whilst Gerrard and Lampard have been in the ascendant as ti ahs gone on.

Wait, I for some reason mistook "decade" for since the Premiership has started. In that case I don't disagree with it too much, though would still have Scholes as the third name on the list after Henry and Ronaldo

Red_Jamie · 17th December 2009, 13:13

It is a shit list.

Ruud should be there instead of Rooney. Scholes should have made the midfield.

Boss · 17th December 2009, 13:14

Get in Gary Neville!

Dobba · 17th December 2009, 13:19

I think this list is the first time I've ever seen Lampard hailed for his "tireless work"

Gio · 17th December 2009, 14:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by WeasteDevil

Well, it's his best team, rather than his best player in every position. All rather subjective at best, but as far as I know, Scholes and Rooney don't play in the same position.

In that case, Winter has made the classic fantasy faux-pas of pairing Gerrard and Lampard in central midfield.

Cina · 17th December 2009, 15:42

I'd have

VDS
Neville Ferdinand Terry Cole
Ronaldo Viera Scholes Giggs
Van Nistlerooy Henry

As a team it'd just be better all round than that selection.

Plan M · 17th December 2009, 15:45

I'd have:

---------------------------- Schmeichel ----------------------------

Neville ----------- Ferdinand ------------ Terry ----------------- Cole

Ronaldo ------------ Vieira ---------- Scholes ---------------- Giggs

-------------------- Shearer ------------ Henry ---------------------

CnutOfAllCnuts · 17th December 2009, 16:07

No discussion:

------van der Sar
--Neville - Rio - Vidic - Evar
Ronaldo-Keano-Scholes-Giggs
------Ruud-Rooney

buckooo1978 · 17th December 2009, 16:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone

Predictably English bias.

yeah read my mind - similar to the daily mail TOTD i bet

for me

-------VDS

Neville - Ferdinand - Vidic - Evra

Ronaldo - Scholes - Keane - Giggs

Bergkamp - Shearer

Subs: Cech, A Cole, Terry, Gerrard, Pires, Henry, Torres

MG · 17th December 2009, 19:38

VDS or Cech isntead of Given, Scholes instead of Gerrard, Keane/Vieira instead of Lampard, Ruud instead of Rooney then you have the perfect list:

VDS/Cech
Neville - Ferdinand - Terry - Cole
Ronaldo - Scholes - Keane/Vieira - Giggs
Ruud - Henry

Could swap Terry for Vidic or Carvalho, and could swap Cole for Evra, but the above team is pretty accurate I think.

rednev · 17th December 2009, 19:46

VDS or Cech should be in goal, Ruud or Drogba should be there in place of Rooney, and Scholes should be in instead of Gerrard or Lampard. Other than that I can't disgree with it. The defense is spot on.

B Cantona · 17th December 2009, 19:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wittmann45

Probably an attempt to be creative

If he had put VDS, every player would have been from a top 4 side

They're top 4 for a reason though!

My team would be:

Cech

Neville
Vidic
Ferdinand
Evra

Ronaldo
Gerrard
Scholes
Giggs

Henry
Van Nistelrooy

If that list looks bias, that'll be because we won the league 6 of the 10 seasons this decade!!!

Crustanoid · 17th December 2009, 19:55

hmmm....this is rather difficult.

I would go for:

.............Cech..............
Neville.....Rio.......Terry....Cashley
.........Keane....Viera.........
Ronaldo.....Scholes......Giggs
.............Henry...................

Subs: Ruud, Gay Sol, Lampard, VDS, Gerrard

Red Indian Chief Torn Rubber · 17th December 2009, 22:21

......................Given................
Neville.....Rio.......Terry....Cashley
.........Vieira....Scholes.............
Ronaldo.....Gerrard......Giggs
....................Henry.....................

Subs: Ruud, Sol, Lampard, VDS, Roy Keane, Shearer, Beckham

Alex · 17th December 2009, 22:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Plan M

I'd have:

---------------------------- Schmeichel ----------------------------

Neville ----------- Ferdinand ------------ Terry ----------------- Cole

Ronaldo ------------ Vieira ---------- Scholes ---------------- Giggs

-------------------- Shearer ------------ Henry ---------------------

Boss · 17th December 2009, 22:59

VDS

Neville
Vidic
Terry
Cole

Ronaldo
Lampard
Scholes
Giggs

Henry
Drogba

thoward · 18th December 2009, 11:14

People may complain about the Rooney selection but outside of Henry and Van Nistelrooy I think there is no other forward who has done more in the decade. Drogba hasn't always been brilliant at Chelsea, Rooney for me has been more consistent. Zola left in 2003 and Bergkamp wasn't as influential in his last few years at Arsenal.Shearer was at his best in the 90s.Rooney's selection is nor more controversial than a few others for me.

17th December 2009, 04:41	#1 (permalink)
Nick 0208 Ldn News 24 Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: In the spirit of Jane Lane. Posts: 12,068	Henry Winter's Premier League Team of the Decade Telegraph Sport's Football Correspondent Henry Winter has chosen his team of the decade from the Premier League. Have your say on the great players of the last 10 years. 16 Dec 2009 Who would be in your Premier League XI of the decade? Henry Winter has chosen his and we've profiled his selection below, but want you to have your say on the best players of the Noughties. Henry says: "Omitting Patrick Vieira and Roy Keane because they played only half the epoch, and with respectful nods to Ruud van Nistelrooy, Paul Scholes, Sami Hyypia and Jussi Jaaskelainen among others." Here's his XI, in 4-4-2 formation: Goalkeeper * Shay Given: Manchester City's 33 year-old stopper has maintained the standards he set at Newcastle United. Defenders * Gary Neville: An Old Trafford great, Neville G has made over 500 appearances for Manchester United since graduating from the team's youth squad. * Rio Ferdinand: The world's most expensive defender, Ferdinand joined Manchester United for £30m in July 2002 and has matured into a solid, composed player. * John Terry, capt: A commanding, passionate centre-back who emerged from the Chelsea Academy to become captain of his club and country. * Ashley Cole: Although he fails to inspire affection among many fans, the 28 year-old is admired for his poise in defence and eye for attacking options. Midfielders * Cristiano Ronaldo: Searing pace and mesmerising footwork combine to make Ronaldo the most lethal winger in the game, and the most expensive player in history. * Frank Lampard: One of the most complete midfielders of his generation, 31 year-old Lampard's consistency brings with it tireless work, accurate passing and an impressive goal-scoring record. * Steven Gerrard: A one-club man with Liverpool, Gerrard's match-winning ability has made him an Anfield hero. * Ryan Giggs: The 36-year-old, named BBC Sports Personality of the Year, looks set to end his triumphant career where he began, at Manchester United, and be remembered for his dribbling skills and electric pace. Strikers * Wayne Rooney: Bursting into the England side at 17, while at Everton, Rooney is now firmly established as one of the most powerful, yet skilful, forwards in the game. * Thierry Henry: Despite that notorious handball, Henry should be remembered for his electric pace, superb skills and outrageous talent. Manager * Sir Alex Ferguson: as the rock of Old Trafford clocks up 900 games with Manchester United, there is only one choice here. Premier League team of the decade: Henry Winter's Noughties XI - Telegraph I know there have been a fair few of theses but as journos go Henry Winter is certainly better than most IMO, so the above is hwo he saw it.

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17th December 2009, 04:45	#2 (permalink)
MrMarcello No Lifer Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Georgia Posts: 31,532	That midfield would leave the back four exposed so much that any counter would inevitably result in an opposing goal. But in terms of attack, overall performance and star power, that is a good selection.

17th December 2009, 04:48	#3 (permalink)
askabob Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 4,148	Ruud instead of Rooney would make it a more lethal combination imo

17th December 2009, 06:17	#4 (permalink)
Wittmann45 Reserve Team Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: 'Keep the flag flying Jimmy' Posts: 3,904	The only times I have seen Friedel has been when he played against us. Plus, from everything I heard, he isn't just a big game player, but is a solid all round keeper. In recent times, he has been great everytime I have seen him. I think he should have at least got a mention, whether its in the actually team or in the second paragraph

17th December 2009, 07:19	#5 (permalink)
December_16 Arse wiper and cock washer Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Maybe next May, maybe the one after or the one after that Posts: 5,719	Errr why not VDS for keeper again?

17th December 2009, 10:44	#8 (permalink)
Ixion First Team Sub Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 6,826	To be fair Given has been an excellent keeper and played every season of the decade in the Premier League.

17th December 2009, 10:56	#9 (permalink)
The Physio Reserve Team Player Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2,289	No Paul Scholes? Fuck off list.

17th December 2009, 11:04	#10 (permalink)
Pogue Mahone Poster of the year 2008 Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: "like a man in silk pyjamas shooting pigeons from a deckchair" Posts: 56,773	Predictably English bias.

17th December 2009, 11:06	#11 (permalink)
kouroux First Team Regular Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Djibouti (La terre des braves) Posts: 23,804	Rooney shouldn't be on there

17th December 2009, 11:08	#12 (permalink)
noodlehair "It's like..." Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Flagg Posts: 1,351	Paul Scholes should be in there. Roy Keane would get in ahead of Lampard too. I know it's a bit diffucilt to choose the central midfield, since Gerrard needs to be in there, but Lampard hasn't been as good as either Scholes or Keane. Plus Lampard and Gerrard have already proven what a shit partnership they are. Can't really argue with the rest. Would maybe have a Bargkamp or Zola in there just for the genius factor. Rooney would have to make way though.

17th December 2009, 11:24	#13 (permalink)
Nick 0208 Ldn News 24 Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: In the spirit of Jane Lane. Posts: 12,068	But then Keane isn't halped by his career tailing off at the beginning of the decade, whilst Gerrard and Lampard have been in the ascendant as ti ahs gone on.

17th December 2009, 11:34	#16 (permalink)
eric le roi Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 3,164	Paul Scholes should definitely be in there and that's not being biased. I'm not sure Rooney should be in there either.

17th December 2009, 11:43	#17 (permalink)
FlawlessThaw most 'know it all' poster Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London Posts: 18,279	A strong argument as far as I can see for Scholes in the team instead of Rooney as a large proportion of the decade he spent playing behind Van Nistelrooy.

17th December 2009, 11:52	#18 (permalink)
Hectic Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Crow. Posts: 53,472	No Paul Scholes, but Wayne Rooney?

17th December 2009, 12:27	#19 (permalink)
Christofaux First Team Sub Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Le Australie Posts: 9,190	that team with vieira and keane in the middle instead of lampard and gerrard

17th December 2009, 13:13	#23 (permalink)
Red_Jamie Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,833	It is a shit list. Ruud should be there instead of Rooney. Scholes should have made the midfield.

17th December 2009, 13:14	#24 (permalink)
Boss Melodramatic, attention seeking space-attacker Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: I left you with enough memories to resurrect me with Posts: 24,276	Get in Gary Neville!

17th December 2009, 13:19	#25 (permalink)
Dobba First Team Sub Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: "You and your paper can fuck off." Posts: 6,065	I think this list is the first time I've ever seen Lampard hailed for his "tireless work"

17th December 2009, 15:42	#27 (permalink)
Cina I hate everything Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: :noitacoL Posts: 12,196	I'd have VDS Neville Ferdinand Terry Cole Ronaldo Viera Scholes Giggs Van Nistlerooy Henry As a team it'd just be better all round than that selection.

17th December 2009, 15:45	#28 (permalink)
Plan M First Team Sub Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: ★ ★ ★ Posts: 9,285	I'd have: ---------------------------- Schmeichel ---------------------------- Neville ----------- Ferdinand ------------ Terry ----------------- Cole Ronaldo ------------ Vieira ---------- Scholes ---------------- Giggs -------------------- Shearer ------------ Henry ---------------------

17th December 2009, 16:07	#29 (permalink)
CnutOfAllCnuts Bald Boring Cnut Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 28,874	No discussion: ------van der Sar --Neville - Rio - Vidic - Evar Ronaldo-Keano-Scholes-Giggs ------Ruud-Rooney

17th December 2009, 19:38	#31 (permalink)
MG On the lookout for a dilf Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Draco Dormiens Nunquam Titillandus Posts: 10,018	VDS or Cech isntead of Given, Scholes instead of Gerrard, Keane/Vieira instead of Lampard, Ruud instead of Rooney then you have the perfect list: VDS/Cech Neville - Ferdinand - Terry - Cole Ronaldo - Scholes - Keane/Vieira - Giggs Ruud - Henry Could swap Terry for Vidic or Carvalho, and could swap Cole for Evra, but the above team is pretty accurate I think.

17th December 2009, 19:46	#32 (permalink)
rednev Suarez of the year Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Cymru Posts: 17,999	VDS or Cech should be in goal, Ruud or Drogba should be there in place of Rooney, and Scholes should be in instead of Gerrard or Lampard. Other than that I can't disgree with it. The defense is spot on.

17th December 2009, 19:55	#34 (permalink)
Crustanoid First Team Regular Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 12,637	hmmm....this is rather difficult. I would go for: .............Cech.............. Neville.....Rio.......Terry....Cashley .........Keane....Viera......... Ronaldo.....Scholes......Giggs .............Henry................... Subs: Ruud, Gay Sol, Lampard, VDS, Gerrard

17th December 2009, 22:21	#35 (permalink)
Red Indian Chief Torn Rubber Thus says Kemo Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Founder of IhateMakeleles.org and Gourcufffanboysareus.com Posts: 38,509	......................Given................ Neville.....Rio.......Terry....Cashley .........Vieira....Scholes............. Ronaldo.....Gerrard......Giggs ....................Henry..................... Subs: Ruud, Sol, Lampard, VDS, Roy Keane, Shearer, Beckham

17th December 2009, 22:59	#37 (permalink)
Boss Melodramatic, attention seeking space-attacker Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: I left you with enough memories to resurrect me with Posts: 24,276	VDS Neville Vidic Terry Cole Ronaldo Lampard Scholes Giggs Henry Drogba

18th December 2009, 11:14	#38 (permalink)
thoward First Team Regular Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The last time Liverpool won the league Federico Macheda hadn't been conceived Posts: 12,092	People may complain about the Rooney selection but outside of Henry and Van Nistelrooy I think there is no other forward who has done more in the decade. Drogba hasn't always been brilliant at Chelsea, Rooney for me has been more consistent. Zola left in 2003 and Bergkamp wasn't as influential in his last few years at Arsenal.Shearer was at his best in the 90s.Rooney's selection is nor more controversial than a few others for me.