4. Dwight Yorke (Sydney FC)
Although there was no doubting his abilities, many were concerned that his playboy attitude, combined with the Sydney nightlife, was been a recipe for disaster.
They needn’t have worried as Yorke led Sydney to the 2005-06 A-League title, scoring 7 goals in 21 matches from a creative midfield role.
He reportedly took full advantage of what Sydney had to offer too, which made his performances all the more impressive.