Special Player List DLS 26 Update

Special Players are players that players can receive when reaching the correct DREAM POINTS milestone. By completing each match, depending on the performance, players can receive Dream Points of about 75 to 250 points. In addition, players can also use BOOST items to increase 50%, 70%, 150% or watch ads after each match to receive these additional points. In this article, Kit DLS Net will summarize the list of these special players:

1. GAIZKA MENDIETA

Height: 173cm

Foot: Right

Rating:

• SPE: 80
• ACC: 83
• STA: 90
• STR: 67
• CON: 82
• PAS: 82
• SHO: 80
• TAC: 70

Gaizka Mendieta, a Spanish former professional footballer, carved a notable career as a versatile midfielder, primarily excelling on the right flank and in central positions. His career is most vividly remembered for his impactful tenure at Valencia CF.

Mendieta’s professional journey began at CD Castellón before he joined Valencia’s youth system. He rapidly ascended through the ranks, becoming a pivotal figure in Valencia’s resurgence during the late 1990s and early 2000s. His leadership, technical prowess, and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively made him a fan favorite and a crucial component of the team’s success.

During his time at Valencia, Mendieta played a key role in the team’s consecutive UEFA Champions League final appearances in 2000 and 2001, although they were unfortunately defeated in both. He captained the side during this period, demonstrating his leadership qualities. He also won the Copa del Rey in 1999, and the Supercopa de España in the same year.

His exceptional performances at Valencia earned him recognition as one of Europe’s top midfielders, and in 2001, he made a high-profile transfer to Lazio in Italy. However, his time in Serie A was less successful, and he struggled to replicate his Valencia form.

After a loan spell at Barcelona, Mendieta moved to Middlesbrough in the English Premier League in 2003. He became an important player for Middlesbrough, contributing to their victory in the 2004 League Cup, which was the club’s first major trophy. Injuries eventually hampered his career, and he retired from professional football in 2008.

Mendieta also represented the Spanish national team, earning 40 caps and participating in the 2000 UEFA European Championship and the 2002 FIFA World Cup. His career is characterized by his dedication, versatility, and contributions to Valencia’s golden era.

2. WALTER ZENGA

Height: 188cm

Foot: Right

Rating:

• SPE: 83
• ACC: 70
• GKR: 67
• STR: 82
• CON: 66
• PAS: 60
• GKH: 61
• TAC: 56

Walter Zenga, an Italian football legend, transitioned from a celebrated goalkeeper to a manager. His career peaked during his long tenure at Inter Milan and with the Italian national team. Zenga began his professional journey in 1978, eventually becoming Inter’s starting goalkeeper in the 1983-84 season. His prowess earned him three consecutive IFFHS World’s Best Goalkeeper awards (1989-1991).

Zenga’s Inter Milan years (1982-1994) were marked by significant success, including UEFA Cup victories in 1991 and 1994. After Inter, he played for Sampdoria and Padova before a stint with MLS’s New England Revolution, leading them to their first playoff berth and later becoming their head coach.

Internationally, Zenga earned 58 caps for Italy (1987-1992), setting records for clean sheets and fewest goals conceded. He participated in the 1984 Olympics, the 1986 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, and was Italy’s goalkeeper at the 1988 UEFA European Championship and the 1990 FIFA World Cup, where he set a record for consecutive clean sheets.

Following his playing career, Zenga embarked on a managerial path, coaching clubs across the globe. His legacy is defined by his goalkeeping brilliance and his contributions to Inter Milan’s successes.

3. LOTHAR MATTHÄUS

Height: 177cm

Foot: Right

Rating:

• SPE: 82
• ACC: 83
• STA: 91
• STR: 82
• CON: 81
• PAS: 83
• SHO: 82
• TAC: 85

Lothar Herbert Matthäus, a celebrated German football figure, excelled as a player and later transitioned into coaching. He captained West Germany to victory in the 1990 FIFA World Cup, earning the Ballon d’Or and the inaugural FIFA World Player of the Year award in 1991. With 150 appearances, he holds the record for the most caps for Germany.

Matthäus’s professional journey commenced in 1979 with Borussia Mönchengladbach. From 1984 to 1988, he played for Bayern Munich, securing two Bundesliga titles and the DFB-Pokal. A move to Inter Milan in 1988 saw him clinch the Scudetto in 1988–89 and the UEFA Cup in 1991. Returning to Bayern Munich in 1992, he added four more Bundesliga titles, two more DFB-Pokals, and another UEFA Cup to his name.

His international career is marked by five FIFA World Cup appearances (1982, 1986, 1990, 1994, and 1998) and a victory at UEFA Euro 1980. He captained West Germany to their 1990 FIFA World Cup triumph, where he also scored four goals. He also reached the finals of the 1982 and 1986 World Cups.

In 1999, at 38, Matthäus was named German Footballer of the Year for the second time, having first won it in 1990. Recognized as one of the greatest, he is a member of the FIFA 100 list. Post-retirement, Matthäus coached teams including Rapid Wien and Partizan.

4. GIORGIO CHIELLINI

Height: 187cm

Foot: Left

Rating:

• SPE: 82
• ACC: 75
• STA: 83
• STR: 93
• CON: 80
• PAS: 80
• SHO: 57
• TAC: 92+

Giorgio Chiellini, an Italian former professional footballer primarily known as a centre-back, is celebrated for his strength and man-marking abilities. His senior career began with Livorno in 2000, followed by stints at Roma and Fiorentina. In 2005, he joined Juventus, where he spent the majority of his career. At Juventus, he achieved remarkable success, securing a record nine consecutive Serie A titles (2012-2020), five Coppa Italia titles, and five Supercoppa Italiana trophies. He also reached two UEFA Champions League finals (2015 and 2017). Chiellini was recognized as Serie A’s Defender of the Year three times (2008-2010). In 2022, he moved to Los Angeles FC, winning the Supporters’ Shield and MLS Cup in his first season, and retired in 2023 at age 39.

Internationally, Chiellini debuted for Italy in 2004. He earned a bronze medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics. He represented Italy in four UEFA European Championships and two FIFA World Cups. Chiellini captained Italy to victory at UEFA Euro 2020. He was also part of the team that reached the Euro 2012 final and finished third at the 2013 Confederations Cup. Chiellini retired from international football in 2022 with 117 caps, making him Italy’s joint fifth-highest appearance holder. 1  Additionally, he won the European Under-19 Championship with Italy in 2003.

5. EMMANUEL PETIT

Height: 185cm

Foot: Left

Rating:

• SPE: 80
• ACC: 77
• STA: 90
• STR: 84
• CON: 81
• PAS: 83
• SHO: 70
• TAC: 84

Emmanuel Laurent Petit is a retired French professional footballer who primarily played as a defensive midfielder. Petit’s senior career began with Monaco in 1988, where he secured the Coupe de France in 1991 and the Ligue 1 title in 1997. In 1997, he joined Arsenal, reuniting with his former Monaco manager Arsène Wenger. During his time with Arsenal, Petit achieved the Premier League title and the FA Cup in the 1997-98 season. In 2000, Petit moved to Barcelona, and later returned to England, joining Chelsea in 2001. Knee injuries affected his final season, leading to his release in 2004. Petit officially retired on January 20, 2005.

Petit also represented France internationally, earning 63 caps. He was a key player in France’s 1998 FIFA World Cup victory, where he scored in the final against Brazil. Petit was also part of the team that won UEFA Euro 2000. He retired from international football in 2003.

Known for his versatility, energy, work-rate, strength, tackling, aerial abilities, and positional intelligence, Petit was also recognized for his elegance, passing range, and striking ability from distance.

6. DAVOR ŠUKER

Height: 183cm

Foot: Left

Rating:

• SPE: 82
• ACC: 82
• STA: 83
• STR: 78
• CON: 85
• PAS: 76
• SHO: 89
• TAC: 44

Davor Šuker is a Croatian football administrator and former professional player, primarily a striker, considered one of the greatest strikers of all time. He also served as the president of the Croatian Football Federation from 2012 to 2021.

Šuker began his career with NK Osijek in 1984 and later moved to Dinamo Zagreb in 1989, where he scored 34 goals in 60 matches. In 1991, he joined Sevilla in La Liga, consistently ranking among the top goal scorers. Five years later, he signed with Real Madrid, contributing to their La Liga and UEFA Champions League titles. He then played for Arsenal, reaching the UEFA Cup final in 2000. Following a stint with West Ham United, he concluded his career with 1860 Munich.

The crowning achievement of Šuker’s career was the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France, where he earned the Golden Boot with six goals and the Silver Ball. His goals were crucial in Croatia’s bronze medal victory in their World Cup debut. He was named Croatia’s Golden Player at the 2003 UEFA Jubilee Awards and finished third in the 1998 FIFA World Player of the Year award and second in the 1998 Ballon d’Or.

Titles and Achievements:

• FIFA U-20 World Cup: 1987 (with Yugoslavia)
• UEFA European Under-21 Championship: Runner-up 1990 (with Yugoslavia)
• FIFA World Cup: Third place 1998 (with Croatia)
• 1998 FIFA World Cup: Golden Boot
• 1998 FIFA World Cup: Silver Ball
• UEFA Champions League: 1997-98 (Real Madrid)
• La Liga Title (Real Madrid)

7. DENNIS BERGKAMP

Height 183cm

Foot: Right

Rating:

• SPE: 80
• ACC: 80
• STA: 83
• STR: 85
• CON: 92
• PAS: 84
• SHO: 85
• TAC: 51

Dennis Nicolaas Maria Bergkamp is a Dutch former professional footballer and coach, recently the Assistant manager of Ajax. His senior career began with Ajax in 1986, where he won the Eredivisie title (1989–90), the UEFA Cup (1992), and the KNVB Cup (1993). He was also the Eredivisie’s top scorer from 1991 to 1993 and Dutch Footballer of the Year in 1992 and 1993.

In 1993, Bergkamp joined Inter Milan, winning the UEFA Cup in 1994. In 1995, he moved to Arsenal, where he won three Premier League titles (one unbeaten), three FA Cup trophies, and reached the 2006 UEFA Champions League Final. He was voted the PFA Players’ Player of the Year in 1998.

Internationally, Bergkamp played for the Netherlands, participating in Euro 1992 (scoring three goals), the 1998 FIFA World Cup (scoring a memorable goal against Argentina), and Euro 2000.

Bergkamp has been described as having “the finest technique” of any Dutch international. He finished third twice in the FIFA World Player of the Year award and was selected by Pelé as one of the FIFA 100 greatest living players. 1  He was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2007 and the Premier League Hall of Fame in 2021.

8. GABRIEL BATISTUTA

Height: 185cm

Foot: Both

Rating:

• SPE: 84
• ACC: 82
• STA: 85
• STR: 90
• CON: 85
• PAS: 79
• SHO: 92
• TAC: 43

Gabriel Omar Batistuta, nicknamed Batigol, is an Argentine former professional footballer regarded as one of the best strikers of all time. He began his senior career in Argentina with Newell’s Old Boys in 1988 and then played for River Plate and Boca Juniors, winning titles with both clubs. In 1991, he moved to Italy to play for Fiorentina, where he became their all-time top scorer in Serie A with 151 goals. Despite Fiorentina’s relegation to Serie B in 1993, Batistuta stayed with the club, helping them return to Serie A the following year. He became an icon in Florence, with fans erecting a life-size bronze statue of him in 1996.

Although he won the Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana with Fiorentina in 1996, he never won the Serie A title with them. In 2000, he moved to Roma for a record fee for a player over 30, where he finally won the Serie A title in 2000–01. After a brief loan spell with Inter Milan in 2003, he finished his career in Qatar with Al-Arabi, retiring in 2005.

At the international level, Batistuta was Argentina’s all-time leading goalscorer with 56 goals in 78 matches, a record he held until 2016. He participated in three FIFA World Cups, scoring 10 goals. With Argentina, he won two consecutive Copa América titles (1991 and 1993), the 1993 CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions, and the 1992 FIFA Confederations 1  Cup.

After retiring from football, Batistuta pursued coaching badges and had a brief stint as a technical secretary for the football club Colón. He also runs his own construction company in Argentina.