2022 Premier League Hall of Fame China Exclusive Voting in Progress (Votes Counted in global voting system)
Paul Scholes
Paul Scholes from the 2022 Premier League Hall of Fame 25-man shortlist:
Paul Scholes was named one of the best midfielders of his time by his peers, helping United win 11 Premier League titles.
Scholes is a source of creativity and attacking threats in United's midfield, and his vision and range of passes have allowed him to deliver 55 Premier League assists for his teammates.
Scholes' excellent shooting ability allowed him to score 107 goals in 499 Premier League games, including some memorable world waves.
Paul Scholes Premier League career statistics:
499 appearances, 107 goals, 55 assists, 11 Premier League titles, 4 Player of the Month
【Evaluation】
'He's an absolutely perfect player and no matter how many great players United have had in the past, Paul has a place in those great players. —Sir Alex Ferguson
"He's always been one of the great players that people talk about. Even when Real Madrid is playing, they always ask me, 'What kind of player is Paul?' They all have great respect for Paul and see him as an iconic footballer. —David Beckham
"There's no doubt that the best player in the Premier League has to be Scholes. He knows how to do everything well and he is a master on the pitch. In addition, he has indestructible spiritual strength, and he is a great opponent. —Thierry Henry
【Number Says】
From 1994/95 to 2012/13, Scholes scored in 19 consecutive Premier League seasons.
The 2002/03 season was Scholes' most prolific season, scoring 14 goals in the Premier League, the most goalscoring midfielder of that season.
Leo Ferdinand
Leo Ferdinand of the 2022 Premier League Hall of Fame 25-man shortlist:
Rio Ferdinand broke the stereotype of England centre-backs in the Premier League. Calm and steady, he made his debut for West Ham at the age of 17.
Playing for Leeds United made him the most expensive defender in the world, and two seasons later Manchester United broke the England transfer record to bring in Ferdinand. The Red Devils, who paid off immediately, regained the Premier League title in 2002/03, the first of six Premier League titles in 13 seasons at Old Trafford.
Rio Ferdinand made 504 Premier League appearances, second in centre-back.
Leo Ferdinand Premier League career statistics:
504 appearances, 11 goals, 8 assists, 189 games without conceding, 6 Premier League titles, 1 player of the month
"For several years, Leo has been the best defender in England, and even in Europe. His experience and leadership have been key factors in the team's success. He is an example for young players to learn from and an object of respect for more experienced players. —Sir Alex Ferguson
"He's a great player and without a doubt he's the best centre-back of any team-mate I've ever had. I would say that for a while he was also the best centre-back in the world. It was a pleasure to play with him. Be teammate with him and he'll make your goal so simple. —Paul Scholes
Leo Ferdinand is the most-won centre-back in Premier League history (6 times).
Although Ferdinand scored only 11 goals in the Premier League, three of them were against Liverpool, representing Leeds United in April 2001 and Manchester United in January and October 2006.
Rio Ferdinand played in 189 Premier League games without conceding a goal, ranking third among centre-back players, behind John Terry (214) and Jamie Carragher (195).