Top 20 footballers that you didn't know smoked

Considered as one of the greatest midfielders of his time, Wesley Sneijder has often been pictured with a cigarette in his hand.

Dimitar Berbatov, former captain of Bulgarian national team insists that he doesn't smoke, but has been pictured with a cigarette.

David Ginola, French former professional footballer reportedly enjoyed smoking a cigarette after his Newcastle matches in the 90s.

Former French football manager, Arsene Wenger, is a staunch anti-smoking advocate, but admitted to smoking to cope with stress.

Ex-Liverpool and Aston Villa player, Stan Collymore, was pictured with a cigarette after being teargassed during a fan clash.

According to a former teammate, one of Croatia's most consistent defenders, Slaven Bilić used to smoke on the back of the bus.

French professional footballer Jérémy Mathieu says that he's not the first player to smoke, and that he won't be the last.

Paul Gascoigne played for Tottenham, Newcastle and Rangers and he has frequently been spotted with a cigarette or a cigar.

Former Italian footballer and current manager of Real Madrid CF began smoking during a dry spell playing for Roma in the 1980s.

Italy's Gianluca Vialli, one of 9 footballers who won three main European club competions says smoking is better than drinking.

Arsenal and Chelsea player, Ashley Cole was one of the best left-backs in the game. He occasionally enjoys a cigarette as well.

Former Chelsea, Manchester City and Southampton left-back, Wayne Bridge has been seen sneaking a smoke quite a lot of times.

Former Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has been pictured smoking a cigarette on night-outs and vacations.

Former French footballer Zinedine Zidane, one of the greatest players in the world has been at times pictured with a cigarette.

Former French goalkeeper and motorsport racer reportedly smoked so much, Sir Alex Ferguson gave up on motivating him to quit.

Italian footballer Mario Balotelli is an efficient forward with an impressive pace, and at the same time he is a habitual smoker.

Former English Footballer Jack Wilshere has been caught smoking twice in 2013 and 2014, and he notably regrets doing so.

Regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers of all times, Gianluigi Buffon of Italy has been frequently pictured smoking.

The former Arsenal goalkeeper was caught smoking in the dressing room and was fined £20,000 by Arsene Wenger.

Italian Professional football manager Maurizio says that he smokes a staggering 60 cigarettes a day.