While those who put the ball in the back of the net normally claim most of the credit, the creators-in-chief who lay the final pass on are sometimes the first players to be congratulated by their teammates.
A plethora of prolific playmakers have graced Premier League stadiums since the tournament's inception in 1992, and Welsh wizard Ryan Giggs stands head and shoulders above the rest, recording a mammoth 162 assists during his glittering career.
Giggs's record appeared unreachable for a long while, and while the Man United icon is safe at the top of the standings for the time being, a certain number 10 sporting the kit of their biggest rivals is chasing him down.
Here, Sports Mole challenges you to name the top assisters in the history of England's top flight.
Ben Knapton
