Ten stand-out individual displays of this calendar year.
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10) David de Gea (Manchester United vs Liverpool)
In a recent game against Liverpool, David de Gea was a big part of Manchester United’s 3-0 success, denying the Reds time and time again with some superb goalkeeping heroics.
9) Angel Di Maria (Argentina vs Germany)
Scoring one and setting up the other three in a 4-2 win, Angel Di Maria was in inspired form for Argentina in this friendly against Germany – if only he’d been fit for the World Cup final.
8) Alexis Sanchez (Arsenal vs Borussia Dortmund)
With a stunning solo goal in this big game, Alexis Sanchez was superb for Arsenal against Borussia Dortmund in one of many games where he has carried the Gunners this season.
7) James Rodriguez (Colombia vs Uruguay)
With two excellent goals, James Rodriguez enjoyed another wonderful performance at the World Cup as Colombia beat Uruguay 2-1 to make thw quarter-finals.
6) Luis Suarez (Uruguay vs England)
After being the best player in England in 2013/14, Luis Suarez then stole the show with a superb brace for Uruguay as they beat the Three Lions in their Group D match at the World Cup.
5) Arjen Robben (Netherlands vs Spain)
With two goals, including one sensational solo effort, Arjen Robben was unplayable for the Netherlands as they produced a shock 5-1 win over reigning champions Spain at the World Cup.
4) Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich)
Playing away to the Champions League holders at the time, Real Madrid turned on the style as they won 4-0 away to Bayern Munich with Cristiano Ronaldo in top form to score twice and help his side to the final of the competition.
3) Toni Kroos (Germany vs Brazil)
A midfield masterclass, Toni Kroos controlled the game and scored twice for Germany in their amazing 7-1 World Cup semi-final win over host nation Brazil.
2) Sergio Aguero (Manchester City vs Bayern Munich)
With a stunning hat-trick to complete a late turnaround against the mighty Bayern Munich, Sergio Aguero’s performance for Manchester City in this huge game is undoubtedly one of the most memorable of the year.
1) Angel Di Maria (Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid)
Voted man of the match in the biggest game in club football, Angel Di Maria inspired Real Madrid to a thrilling win against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League final, in perhaps the best individual performance of 2014.