Ernst Happel vs Toni Polster
Austria against Austria. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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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.
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Toni Polster
Austria · ST
- Almanac rating
- 86
- Rank in Austria
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 95 · 44 goals
- Clubs
- FK Austria Wien, Sevilla, 1. FC Köln
Austria's record goalscorer for decades, this classic number nine tormented defences for Sevilla and Köln with his powerful finishing. Career record: 95 caps and 44 goals for Austria; club career at FK Austria Wien, Sevilla, 1. FC Köln.
The verdict
The almanac puts Ernst Happel ahead by 1 rating point, 87 against 86.
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