When was Zinedine Zidane in his Prime?

Zidane is the GOAT. But when was he at his best?

Here is what some top class footballers say about Zizou.

“When Zidane stepped onto the pitch, the 10 other guys just got suddenly better. It is that simple. It was magic. He was a unique player. He was more than good, he came from another planet. His team-mates became like him when he was on the pitch.” Zlatan Ibrahimovic

“He played the most beautiful football. If there was a painting before Zinedine, it was embellished with his magical paintbrush.” Juan Pablo Sorin

“He is the best player I’ve seen. Zizou had something apart. Playing alongside him was a crazy thing! Supporters arrived earlier at the Bernabeu just to see him warm-up!” Roberto Carlos

“He dominates the ball, he is a walking spectacle and he plays as if he had silk gloves on each foot. He makes it worthwhile going to the stadium — he’s one of the best I have ever seen.” — Alfredo di Stefano

“Simply watching him train inspires me. He is one of the best players in the world. He thinks in one second and does it the next. He is a special player, one who is original and exceptional. He creates space where there is none. Only the very best players can do that. No matter where he gets the ball or how it comes to him, Zidane can get out of trouble. His imagination and his technique are amazing.” - Edgar Davids

“To train with Zidane for three years was a dream. For me, he is the greatest player of all time.” — David Beckham