Ageing is assumed to be the worst enemy of footballers as it is usually accepted that the boots will be hung up sooner rather than later for players, more especially when their 35th birthday arrives.

In as much as most footballers' performances start to shrink when they are on the wrong side of 30, one would expect them to retire in their mid-30s. But you would not think that way if you could just take a look at the list of the best over 35 football players in the world who are still unquestionably strutting their stuff at the highest level.

Radamel Falcao

Eyebrows were raised when it was announced earlier this season that Falcao had signed for Rayo Vallecano, but the Colombian centre forward is enjoying a career renaissance in La Liga, underlined by his match-winning finish in this game. Most players would have rushed the shot after being played in behind, but Falcao had the composure to cut back inside and guide his effort in off the inside of the far post.

Even at the age of 35, he’s still got it!

Olivier Giroud

The 35-year-old has recovered from the back trouble he suffered following a bout of Covid-19 last month and he hopes to return to action in Serie A this weekend. He is happy with his new life in Italy, where Milan signed him for his forward play but also for his ability to serve as a positive example to the team’s many young players.

Edin Dzeko

The New Inter striker has already proved to the fans and management that he can slot in well with the philosophy and style at Inter Milan. Upon is age, the Bosnia talisman doesn't show any slow down.

Still one of the best striker in serie A so far this season. 

2 Zlatan Ibrahimovic

The 40-year old has an aura of immense confidence around him, and his self-belief is astonishing.Currently, with AC Milan, Ibrahimovic signed a new deal with the club earlier this year. Since joining the club in 2020, he has made 38 league appearances and scored 26 goals. Ibrahimovic’s longevity and incredible fitness have been matched by his performances on the field.

Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo is a footballing chameleon. He has conquered Europe across a variety of leagues in a variety of positions and adapted to fresh circumstances every step of the way. His move back to Manchester United raised plenty of eyebrows after appearing to go a little off the boil at Juventus, but he has proven that he maintains the pace, the finishing prowess and otherworldly desire to win that took him to the very top in the first place. Ronaldo may have slid a little down the rankings by virtue of success as part of a team unit – his Juventus spell didn’t bear the Champions League trophy his arrival promised or aid team cohesion – but he remains one of the most lethal strikers around.

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