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Top 10 best tacklers in the world in 2022

Do you know the best tacklers in the world? European football is the highest level, generating some of the top tacklers ever.

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Avignyan Mukhopadhyay
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Do you know the best tacklers in the world? European football is the highest level of football in the world, generating some of the top tacklers ever. In football, defenders are evaluated on a variety of factors, including technical actions on the field. The ability to tackle the ball is one of the most vital attributes of a successful defender. The top tacklers in the world of football will be discussed in this article.

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Tackling, in particular, is an art form that not every player can master. It necessitates impeccable timing and unwavering faith, as even the tiniest mistake can result in a penalty or a red card.

10. Rodri

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Rodrigo tackles Sadio Mane during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield on October 03, 2021. Photo by Matt McNulty Source: Getty Images

Rodri is quietly going about his business as one of the most underrated players in the world of football. The Manchester City stalwart was one of the best in aerial duels won, clean sheets kept, and opportunities created, confirming his place as one of the finest in the world at his position.

9. Antonio Rudiger

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 15: Antonio Ruediger of Chelsea tackles Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Chelsea at Etihad Stadium on January 15, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

In terms of defenders on the planet right now, there aren't many better than the German. It must be a nightmare to play against him. He is one of those players who are quick to offer a clean tackle.   His latest performance has been outstanding. 

8. Idrissa Gueye

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Paris Saint-Germain's Senegalese midfielder Idrissa Gueye (R) fights for the ball with Bayern Munich's Austrian defender David Alaba during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and FC Bayern Munich at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris, on April 13, 2021. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Idrissa Gueye joined Paris Saint-Germain from Everton in 2019 and has been charged with keeping things simple among the many stars at Parc des Princes. The Senegalese's great work rate and ability to win back the ball for his team are two reasons why PSG prefers Idris Gueye to Marco Veratti in the starting eleven.

7. Aaron Wan-Bissaka

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 24: Aaron Wan-Bissaka of Manchester United tackles Ben Chilwell of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea at Old Trafford on October 24, 2020 in Manchester, England. S (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Aaron Wan-Bissaka is a top full-back despite being widely criticized for his lack of offensive ability. Wan-Bissaka has successfully secured his spot in the right-back slot at Manchester United after being purchased for an eye-catching cost of $60.61 million from Crystal Palace.

6. Marquinhos

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PARIS, FRANCE - NOVEMBER 28: Mohamed Salah of Liverpool tackles with Marquinhos of Paris Saint-Germain during the UEFA Champions League Group C match between Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool at Parc des Princes on November 28, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

The PSG star has developed into one of the most consistent performers on the planet, to the point where his influence cannot be disregarded. Marquinhos was a youngster with braces when he went to Paris Saint-Germain in 2013, and many questioned if the Brazil international would live up to the €31.4 million price tag.

5. Fabinho

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - AUGUST 24: Fabinho of Liverpool tackles Joe Willock of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Arsenal FC at Anfield on August 24, 2019 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Fabinho, arguably the best defensive midfielder in the Premier League, has been instrumental in Liverpool's recent success under Jurgen Klopp. When Liverpool announced his £40.5 million deal from AS Monaco in 2018, many people were taken aback.

Liverpool's excellent run has seen them win the EFL Cup, finish second in the English Championship, and remain in contention for the FA Cup, League Cup, and Champions League titles.

The Brazilian midfielder is currently on a top-scoring streak and is one of the main reasons for Liverpool's excellent run, which has seen them win the EFL Cup, finish second in the English Championship, and remain in contention for the FA Cup, League Cup, and Champions League titles.

In the season 2021/2022. He's won 62 aerial duels and made 83 tackles. He also added seven blocks to his total. He is presently ranked 27th in the Premier League after matchday 22 based on these numbers.

4. Wilfred Ndidi

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LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 26: Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City tackles Mesut Ozil of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leicester City at the Emirates Stadium on April 26, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Ndidi joined Leicester City from Genk in January 2017 for about £16 million, recording 68 tackles in just 17 appearances. The Lagos-born midfielder was once again an outstanding performer for Leicester City in England's top flight, with a Premier League-high 143 tackles the following season, one more than Gueye and 14 more than Aaron Wan-Bissaka.

So far in season 2021/2022, he's won 77 aerial duels and 96 tackles. He also added seven blocks to his total. He is presently placed 11th in the Premier League after matchday 22 based on these numbers.

3. N'golo Kante

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Ngolo Kante of Chelsea tackles Bernardo Silva of Manchester City during the Carabao Cup match between Chelsea and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium, London on Sunday 24th February 2019. (Photo by Alan Hayward/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

N'Golo Kante has been a revelation for Chelsea. He is one of the best midfielders in the world. Kante earned a reputation for himself as a member of Leicester City's Premier League-winning team in 2016. Chelsea made a good decision when they paid £32 million for him that year.

The France international has proven to be an important part of Chelsea's midfield. The 30-year-old has won the Premier League, FA Cup, Europa League, Champions League, and UEFA Super Cup with Blue, as well as the World Cup with France, while playing vital roles.

2. Sergio Ramos

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MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 08: Sergio Ramos of Real Madrid tackles Mohamed Salah of Roma during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Second Leg match between Real Madrid and Roma at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on March 8, 2016 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

With a beautiful slide tackle, you can be a hero just as quickly as you can be the scapegoat with a botched tackle. Sergio Ramos, who has been on both sides of the debate, can attest to this. He spent 16 years as a centre-back at Real Madrid, which he captained for six of those years. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time.

1. Casemeiro

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BILBAO, SPAIN - JULY 05: Casemiro of Real Madrid tackles Iker Muniain of Athletic Club during the La Liga match between Athletic Club and Real Madrid CF at San Mames Stadium on July 05, 2020 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Casemiro, Real Madrid's tenacious midfielder, is known for relishing a good challenge and a couple of tackles. The Brazilian is always in the thick of things and never hides in a game, which is probably why he is adored by Los Blancos supporters and detested by their opponents.

He's a tough competitor and one of Carlo Ancelotti's most important players. He's definitely one of the top tacklers in La Liga.

This completes the list of the top 10 best tacklers in the world. For more lists and stats like this, follow Sportz Point.

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