33·Legends

Anton Schall vs Ernst Happel

Austria against Austria. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.

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Anton Schall

Austria · SS

Almanac rating
85
Rank in Austria
#10 of 33
Caps
28 · 27 goals
Clubs
SK Admira Wien

A key figure in Austria's fabled 'Wunderteam', he was a lethal striker renowned for his incredible goalscoring prowess in the 1930s. Career record: 28 caps and 27 goals for Austria; club career at SK Admira Wien.

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Ernst Happel

Austria · 1950s · CB

Almanac rating
87
Rank in Austria
#5 of 33
Caps
51 · 5 goals
Clubs
SK Rapid Wien, Racing Club de France, Real Betis Balompié

A stalwart of the legendary 'Wunderteam' era and a World Cup bronze medalist in 1954, he was a giant among European defenders. Career record: 51 caps and 5 goals for Austria; club career at SK Rapid Wien, Racing Club de France, Real Betis Balompié.

The verdict

The almanac puts Ernst Happel ahead by 2 rating points, 87 against 85.

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