10 Hardest Men Who Ever Played For Chelsea

You can say what you like about John Terry (seriously, give it a try - it's quite fun).

The former Chelsea captain departed his boyhood team this summer after nearly two decades of service, and whilst there are a great many criticisms you can level at the commanding centre-back, shying away from a challenge isn't one of them.

In fact, Terry was so committed to winning the ball that he often put his head in places most players wouldn't dare to put their feet.

Case in point: this collision with Arsenal's Abou Diaby during the 2007 League Cup final. JT was kicked unconscious by the big Frenchman's size 13 boot after trying to attack a corner - but he recovered in time to join his teammates in their post-match celebrations (probably wearing a full kit).