Talent or Work ethic?

This weekend I witnessed some classic soccer games. They had everything: a local rivalry, a pre-match war of words from the managers, beautiful goals, but most importantly, a lot of talent and work ethic on display... which prevails?

From the time we are kids, coaches, parents and mentors tell us it is the work ethic that counts and that talent can only take us so far. But I want to challenge proponents of this argument, and have them explain to me that when Steven Gerrard, Wayne Rooney or Didier Drogba (arguably some of the world's best soccer players) dazzle millions of spectators, talent takes a back seat to their work ethic. 

There are hundreds of players that work hard and give 110% every time they perform, but still fall short to the cutting edge some other players possess. I am definitely no expert, and have varied opinions, but one thing is for sure: the way Didier Drogba runs past defenders or the way Cristiano Ronaldo takes free kicks, is something very magical.