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#6 Eric Cantona
Controversies and brilliant football went hand in hand for Cantona right throughout his career
One of the most charismatic and controversial footballers to play the game, Eric Cantona was a supremely gifted and talented footballer. Another legendary number 7 to play for Manchester United, the Frenchman is considered to have played a vital role in the revival of Manchester United’s fortunes.
Cantona walked about on the football pitch with a natural swagger and he is famous for wearing the number 7 shirt with his trademark upturned collar. The Frenchman had something of a cult status at Manchester United with fans affectionately calling him “King Eric.”
On 25 January 1995, Cantona got into what is now known as the “kung-fu” incident when he kicked and punched a fan in the crowd for abusing him. At a press conference called later, Cantona gave perhaps his most famous quote saying:
“When the seagulls follow the trawler, it's because they think sardines will be thrown into the sea. Thank you very much”
United fans will always remember Cantona for his stunning performances on the pitch. The Frenchman scored a total of 64 league goals for Manchester United, 11 in domestic cup competitions, and 5 in the Champions League, bringing his tally to 80 goals in less than five years.
