Short players XI: The best from across Europe

#2 Left Back: Jordi Alba - 5\'6\"

Arguably one of the best left-backs in the modern game, Jordi Alba Ramos is a valiant footballer who compensates for his slight build with sheer determination and perseverance. He offers his services to the Spanish national team and FC Barcelona.

Known for his lightning pace and raids down the left flank, he can also operate as a left midfielder. He is not the typical left-back as his attacking prowess sees him in the opponent’s half throughout the match. Being a La Masia product, he has great close control and passing ability when compared to players in the same position.

He was a member of the Spanish team that won the 2012 Euro Championships, incidentally scoring a goal in the final against Italy, too. Alba’s great work rate and never-say-die attitude stand him in good stead on the field.

He is lauded for his ability to come good in tough encounters; he is, by all means, a big game player. He is known to be one of the fittest ones around and it is this trait which puts him in this eleven comfortably.