The elusive almost-one-club player - the footballer who comes perilously close to dedicating their entire career to one club, but ultimately falls short. We've compiled a list of the most remarkable almost-one-club players in football, featuring names like Gabby Agbonlahor, David Narey, and Manny Kaltz.
First up is Gabby Agbonlahor, who played an impressive 97.51% of his games for Aston Villa, with only two brief spells at Watford and Sheffield Wednesday. Next on the list is David Narey, who spent a whopping 97.63% of his time playing for Dundee United and Raith Rovers.
The list continues with Manny Kaltz, who played an astonishing 97.78% of his games for Hamburg, including appearances for Bordeaux and Mulhouse. Thomas Müller rounds out the top five with an impressive 98.38% record at Bayern Munich, although it's worth noting that he still plays for Vancouver Whitecaps.
The almost-one-club club is a rare breed, but some players come close. David O'Leary and Daniele De Rossi both played over 97%, while Rogério Ceni holds an impressive 99.01% record with São Paulo. Lewis Dunk and Tom Finney round out the top ten with remarkable 99.41% and 98.58% records, respectively.
In other football-related news, we explore the world of fictional teams, including Melchester Rovers, who boast an impressive 42 major trophies. The Cossacks, a Ukrainian side, even won the World Cup despite away games in medieval England and Renaissance France.
We also tackle some intriguing questions from our readers, including whether Virgil van Dijk's four substitutions at once is the most expensive combined substitution ever. And what about the smallest league out there? Do its teams feature at least three players and the possibility of relegation?
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First up is Gabby Agbonlahor, who played an impressive 97.51% of his games for Aston Villa, with only two brief spells at Watford and Sheffield Wednesday. Next on the list is David Narey, who spent a whopping 97.63% of his time playing for Dundee United and Raith Rovers.
The list continues with Manny Kaltz, who played an astonishing 97.78% of his games for Hamburg, including appearances for Bordeaux and Mulhouse. Thomas Müller rounds out the top five with an impressive 98.38% record at Bayern Munich, although it's worth noting that he still plays for Vancouver Whitecaps.
The almost-one-club club is a rare breed, but some players come close. David O'Leary and Daniele De Rossi both played over 97%, while Rogério Ceni holds an impressive 99.01% record with São Paulo. Lewis Dunk and Tom Finney round out the top ten with remarkable 99.41% and 98.58% records, respectively.
In other football-related news, we explore the world of fictional teams, including Melchester Rovers, who boast an impressive 42 major trophies. The Cossacks, a Ukrainian side, even won the World Cup despite away games in medieval England and Renaissance France.
We also tackle some intriguing questions from our readers, including whether Virgil van Dijk's four substitutions at once is the most expensive combined substitution ever. And what about the smallest league out there? Do its teams feature at least three players and the possibility of relegation?
The knowledge never ends - so do you have a question or answer to share with us?
. What really gets me though is Rogério Ceni - 99.01% is insane! You gotta wonder what he's been working on to keep himself fit after all those years 
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. And the fact that teams like Melchester Rovers are still winning major trophies is just wild 
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! I mean, can you imagine dedicating your entire career to just one team? It's crazy to think about how much loyalty and commitment those players must have shown. And I gotta say, Rogério Ceni's 99.01% record with São Paulo is mind-blowing 
. The fact that his record holds for over two decades is a testament to his professionalism and dedication.
. I mean, it's one thing to have success in your own league, but to dominate across different countries and eras? That's just impressive.
. He's literally the definition of an almost-one-club player! It'll be interesting to see how he does with Vancouver Whitecaps. Can a footballer really replicate that level of success in a different league? Only time will tell 
. What's next? Are we gonna see someone who plays for the same kit supplier for their entire career? 
? That's some serious football history right there! I love how the Cossacks won the World Cup despite being from medieval England and Renaissance France 
. It's like they have a time machine or something.
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. And David Narey spent most of his time with Dundee United but still made appearances elsewhere, it's like he was playing a game of football limbo 
. But you know what's even more mind-blowing? Rogério Ceni holding a 99.01% record for São Paulo, that's just insane 
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I find it fascinating that some footballers can maintain such an impressive level of loyalty to their clubs. The dedication required to play for one club for such extended periods is truly admirable, especially considering the demands of professional sports 
. It's also interesting to note the top five players on this list, with Thomas Müller's 98.38% record at Bayern Munich being particularly impressive 
. 97% dedication is crazy! But, I mean, what's the point of even playing for one team if you're gonna leave after a few years? Just saying... 
. And Rogério Ceni holding that 99.01% record at São Paulo? Unbeatable