Steven Gerrard, Vincent Kompany, Carles Puyol and Patrick Vieira make up for some of the most iconic captains in soccer – but what exactly do they do?
When a team's morale is low and needing inspiration, that's when the captain steps in.
Whereas a coach is responsible for team management, squad selection and a more tactical overview of a side, it is a team captain's role to act as the official leader both in the dressing room and on the pitch.
Goal has everything you need to know about what exactly a soccer captain does, including all of their roles and responsibilities, official duties and more.