5 players that can be liked only by the fans of the clubs they play for

Modified Sep 28, 2016 08:01 GMT

EMPOLI, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 21: Mauro Icardi of FC Internazionale reacts during the Serie A match between Empoli FC and FC Internazionale at Stadio Carlo Castellani on September 21, 2016 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) — Icardi has brought hate upon himself

#2 Pepe

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 10: Pepe of Portugal argues with Moussa Sissoko of France during the UEFA EURO 2016 Final match between Portugal and France at Stade de France on July 10, 2016 in Paris, France. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) — Pepe does get on the nerves of a lot of opponents with his antics

Portuguese defender Pepe is a vital cog in the machine that is Real Madrid, and a well-oiled one at that. He has pace, power, stamina, and an immense will to win, and his defending has led Madrid to a number of titles, and Portugal to victory in Euro 2016.

He, however, is hated by football fans around the world, and his name is synonymous with fighting. He also tumbles to the ground at the slightest touch and tries to con officials at every opportunity.

Pepe has also feigned injury, and viciously attacked opponents previously, and was once handed a 10 game ban for a series of kicks aimed at Javier Casquero of Getafe in 2009.