Football is a tough sport. Broken teeth, broken limbs, and, at best, bruises and contusions are inevitable hazards of the profession for football players. However, it's true that they say scars make a man. And the world's most handsome footballers, even if their looks are far from model-like, are still idols for millions of people worldwide.
10. Lionel Messi
The popular Argentine footballer, known for his charismatic presence, was one of the richest celebrities in 2018. He plays for both the Argentina national team and FC Barcelona as a striker and is considered one of the best footballers of the modern era.
In 2017, Messi broke the hearts of millions of girls by marrying his longtime childhood friend Antonella Roccuzzo.
9. Isco
Ranked ninth on the list of the most handsome footballers is the Spanish midfielder, renowned for both his physical appeal and the elegance of his play. In 2012, he was awarded the Golden Boy award (the best young footballer of the year in Europe). This success attracted the attention of Real Madrid, who signed him for €30 million in 2013. He currently plays for the club.
Isco recently put in a strong performance for Spain at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
8. Gerard Pique
This Barcelona player has melted many a woman's heart with his masculine demeanor and impeccable hairstyle. He has become an integral part of the Spanish team since his debut in 2009. Beyond football, Piqué doesn't forget to make a name for himself in other ways, such as his verbal and Twitter feud with Sergio Ramos.
Piqué has been dating Colombian beauty Shakira since they first appeared together in the "Waka Waka" music video. One of the most beautiful celebrity couples in the world already has two children, Milan and Sasha.
In addition to his successful football career, Piqué has made a name for himself in the fashion industry. He is the face of "HE," Mango's exclusive men's line.
7. David Villa
The all-time leading scorer for the Spanish national team, as well as one of the most glamorous and sexy footballers in the world, has been married for a long time to Patricia González.
The couple now has three children, Saida, Olalla, and Luca. Interestingly, David engraved the children's names on his personalized Adidas F50 boots.
Aside from football, Villa has demonstrated his vocal talent, having sung a duet of the song "Rebellion" with Grammy-nominated Spanish singer Ana Torroja in 2010.
6. Cesc Fabregas
This football talent played over 400 games for his clubs, scoring over 122 goals in total.
A product of FC Barcelona's youth academy, Fàbregas made his debut for the Spanish national team in March 2006. Since then, he has established himself as a key player for the team. He has also represented his country at three World Cups and three UEFA Euro Cups.
Like most handsome footballers, Fabergas is already in safe female hands. He is married to Daniella Semaan, and the couple has three children.
5. Mario Götze
The 26-year-old German national team striker possesses exceptional dribbling and speed. Regarded as one of the best German footballers ever, Götze played for Borussia Dortmund from 2009 to 2013. He then moved to Bayern Munich, returning to Dortmund after three seasons.
A year ago, Mario married the beautiful German model Ann-Kathrin Brömmel. Besides football, the German soccer star has appeared in numerous advertising campaigns and even landed on the cover of Pro Evolution Soccer 2015.
4. Olivier Giroud
The Chelsea and France forward is nicknamed the "French Beckham" for his impeccable sense of style and striking good looks. He was even named the Premier League's Most Attractive Player in 2015.
Olivier Giroud's personal life came under the media spotlight in 2014, when The Sun newspaper published an article alleging that the footballer had cheated on his wife, Jennifer. This happened right before a Crystal Palace match, meaning Giroud faced not only a family scandal but also a hefty fine from Arsenal Football Club, whose rules prohibit pre-match entertainment. In this situation, Giroud could only apologize to his wife and the club's management.
In 2016, the couple reconciled, and Jennifer gave birth to Olivier's son, whom they named Evan.
3. Keisuke Honda
The Japanese footballer, nicknamed "Emperor Keisuke," is known for his signature spiky blond hair. When he's not showcasing his dribbling and free-kick skills on the pitch, he dons the most fashionable casual wear, becoming a style icon both in sports and in life.
Fans believe that Honda would have become a top-notch pop star if he had not chosen a sports career.
Incidentally, from 2010 to 2013, Honda played for the Moscow club CSKA, becoming the first Japanese footballer to participate in the Russian championship.
Very little is known about the "Emperor's" personal life. He has been married to a woman named Misoko since 2008, and Honda simply ignores all questions about the marriage.
2. Fabian Scher
If there was a football-playing prince in fairy tales, he'd look like Fabian Schär. The Swiss footballer has a regal presence both on and off the pitch. His Instagram photos are so perfect they could easily be mistaken for a fashion blogger's selfie.
Fabian is currently single, which automatically puts him on the list of the most promising footballer bachelors. I wonder which lucky woman will get it?
1. Cristiano Ronaldo
Football experts call Cristiano one of the best footballers of all time. He is currently the only footballer in history to have won the English, Spanish, and Italian championships. He is also one of the most generous. Ronaldo has donated over €10 million to charity.
In 2015, the media went wild when the famous footballer announced his split from Russian model Irina Shayk. He then began dating Georgina Rodriguez publicly, and in 2017, they welcomed a daughter, Alana-Martina. A year later, a lavish wedding followed. Along with Ronaldo, Georgina also had three of his children, born via surrogate.