From Manchester United's failed move for Ronaldinho resulting in the purchasing of Cristiano Ronaldo to Emerson's dislocated shoulder leading in the emergence of Gilberto Silva, in football things are not always what they seem. Here, HITC Sevens takes a look at seven of the biggest blessings in disguise in football history.

Honourable mentions go to Jimmy Greaves 1966 World Cup injury, Liverpool's failure to sign Clint Dempsey, Aston Villa's 1981 cup failures, Greece getting thrashed by Finland, Rene Bliard's pre-1958 World Cup injury and Southampton's double relegation.

---

Don't forget to subscribe to HITC Sevens and feel free to tweet us at @HITCTopCorner!