Long days of commuting to and from work, an iPad mini and highlight reels of some of the most talented footballers to grace the soccer pitch all came together in this series of illustrations done in 2014. A stylistic exploration focused on the use of digital brushes to capture the energy, creativity and style of each player. Enjoy!
Yaya Touré
During the 2011-2012 season, He played a vital role in ending Manchester City's
44-year Premier League title drought. With a total of 20 goals, 2,502 completed passes and an 90% passing accuracy in the 2013-2014 season, He cemented his way into the record books with one of the best seasons any midfielder has ever had in Premier League history. His ability to make powerful runs, distribute balls and find the back of the net from long distances made him and unstoppable force on the field. He was also named CAF African Footballer of the Year for four consecutive years from 2011 to 2014.
44-year Premier League title drought. With a total of 20 goals, 2,502 completed passes and an 90% passing accuracy in the 2013-2014 season, He cemented his way into the record books with one of the best seasons any midfielder has ever had in Premier League history. His ability to make powerful runs, distribute balls and find the back of the net from long distances made him and unstoppable force on the field. He was also named CAF African Footballer of the Year for four consecutive years from 2011 to 2014.
Eden Hazard
Long touted as one of the best wingers to ever play the sport. Energetic, creative, explosive, Hazard has been one of the greatest playmakers to wear the Chelsea blue. In the 2014-2015 season, he helped Chelsea win the League Cup and Premier League, earning him the FWA Footballer of the Year and the PFA Players' Player of the Year awards. Consistently known and feared for his ability to create opportunities from nothing, dribble past defenders and find the back of the net with ease, Hazard has become one of the highest rated no. 10's in the world. This earned him a transfer to Real Madrid in 2019 as their most expensive signing to date.
Leo Messi
With a mis-matched nickname like 'La pulga' or 'the Flea', Messi's accomplishments are anything but small. Unequivocally one of the greatest player to ever grace the pitch, Messi has broken more records, won more league titles and left more defenders in the dust than any other forward in history. Add to that an impossible 700 total career goals for club and country, his name will be remenbered for generations of football fans across the world.
