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The worlds of football and music have clashed on a few occasions, usually to disasterous effect. However, there are a few players out there who could probably get a job in a band should their football careers start to fail. Here are ten players and the bands they could join....

Lionel Messi - The Monkees

With his smiley face and 60s bowl cut, Barca's Argentinean genius could easily slot in alongside Mickey Dolenz and the gang...

Jamie Redknapp - Take That

The ex-Liverpool and England star turned TV pundit always cuts a dash in his sharp suits. Throw in his pretty boy face and a bit of designer stubble and you've got a made-to-measure Take That member!

Kolo Toure - The Temptations

Arguably the smiliest footballer on the planet, Man City's Ivory Coast defender looks like he could pull off a few sweet harmonies with the Motown lads....

Joe Cole – Oasis

Joe loves his rock bands and has clearly taken a few style tips from Liam and Noel. And he might be joining their beloved Man City in the summer too!

Theo Walcott, JLS

Smooth as you like, Theo could happily glide around the stage with Marvin, Aston and the lads. But could he pull off the back flips??

Gennaro Gattuso - Kings of Leon

The Italian midfielder would look more than comfortable with a Gibson round his neck cranking out anthems at a festival with the Followill family...

Carles Puyol - Iron Maiden

The Barcelona defender's mane is enough to scare off many a striker...and to get him a gig with the kings of British metal....

Sergio Ramos –Red Hot Chili Peppers

The Real Madrid maestro's lank locks would make him an ideal contender for place with the Chilis. Tatoos and heroin abuse optional...

George Berry – The Commodores

The Wolves legend from the 70s had a 'fro to rival the best which is why we'd happily see him take a place alongside Lionel Richie and the gang during their funky heyday.

Barry Vennison – Spandau Ballet

How this man ever pulled on an England shirt over hair like this is anybody's guess. But George Michael wouldn't have minded....