France: Bixente Lizarazu

Arguably the best left-sided defender in the world, Lizarazu's attack-minded play provides France with an extra offensive dimension, whilst his speed makes him one of the toughest defensive opponents around.

He began his career at Caen, before switching to Bordeaux where he played alongside fellow international stars Zinedine Zidane and Christophe Dugarry and forced himself into the national side.