Premier international events such as the FIFA World Cup, Euros, or Copa America remain the top most part of world football for many. The Champions League is regarded highly for its competitiveness and is one of club football’s most important events. However, unlike the other aforementioned events, it occurs every year.
The FIFA World Cup and the Euros, for example, occur every four years, making winning a major international trophy all the more difficult. Lionel Messi recently raised his profile after his national team won the Copa America, but some legendary players have yet to win an international trophy.
On that note, here are five legendary players who retired without winning an international trophy.
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Roberto Baggio Of Italy
Luis Figo, The Portuguese Legend
Ferenc Puskas, Real Madrid Legend
Paolo Maldini, Italian Centre-back
Johan Cruyff, The Legendary Dutchman
