Cult Heroes - Jose Dominguez

The English game is famous for being tough and physical and that's how we like it here at AG. But some people are born to go against the grain, to overcome obstacles even at the expense of looking a bit out of place. So we present you with the smallest player ever in the Premier League - Jose Dominguez.


Strangely for a Portuguese national, Jose began his career at Birmingham City in the old First Division. Despite Birmingham being relegated he was selected by the top brass at Sporting to replace none other than Luis Figo who had just moved to Barcelona. Although he fell short of the heights of his predecessor he moved to Spurs in 1997. He was a tricky winger with fast feet and a good burst of acceleration - also the ability to run between larger players legs or hide in long grass proved useful.


At 5'4" he was the embodiment of pluck and determination when faced with brutish English defenders. Although he was in and out of the Spurs side, he was a fan favourite during a relatively successful period - Spurs won the League Cup in 99 - and he helped to prove that there is a place for smaller, more technical players in the Premier League. -TG

Some Perspective: Dominguez, Crouch and worlds tallest player Kristof van Hout