Marco van Basten
Awards & Honours
13
Awards Won
7
Honours
4
Rankings
3
Records
Van Basten's achievements place him among football's elite. He is one of only three players to win the Ballon d'Or three times, alongside Johan Cruyff and Michel Platini. His 1988 Euro final volley is frequently cited as the greatest goal in the tournament's history. He was the first player to be named FIFA World Player of the Year in 1992. The FIFA 100 list and Sky Sports' recognition of his shortened career underscore his extraordinary talent.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
FIFA 100
Named by Pelé as one of the 125 greatest living players.
FIFA Player of the Century Internet Poll
Ranked 6th in the internet poll.
IFFHS European Player of the Century
Ranked 10th.
IFFHS World Player of the Century
Ranked 12th.
France Football Football Player of the Century
Ranked 8th.
World Soccer Greatest Players of the 20th Century
Ranked 9th.
UEFA Golden Jubilee Poll
Placed 4th among the best European footballers.
Rankings & Lists
FIFA Player of the Century Internet Poll
World Soccer Greatest Players of the 20th Century
France Football Football Player of the Century
UEFA Golden Jubilee Poll
Records & Feats
Three Ballon d'Or wins
One of only three players to win the Ballon d'Or three times (1988, 1989, 1992).
First FIFA World Player of the Year
Won the inaugural FIFA World Player of the Year award in 1992.
Euro 1988 Golden Boot and Player of the Tournament
Won both the Golden Boot (5 goals) and Player of the Tournament at UEFA Euro 1988.