Matthias Sindelar vs Hristo Stoichkov
Austria against Bulgaria. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Matthias Sindelar
Austria · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Austria
- #1 of 33
- Clubs
- FK Austria Wien
Known as "The Paper Man" for his slender build, he was the iconic, balletic leader and goalscorer of Austria's legendary "Wunderteam". Career record: club career at FK Austria Wien.
Hristo Stoichkov
Bulgaria · 1990s · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Bulgaria
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 84 · 38 goals
- Clubs
- PFC CSKA Sofia, FC Barcelona, Chicago Fire
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or 1994 · European Golden Shoe 1990
The fiery left-footed genius led Bulgaria to the 1994 World Cup semi-finals and won the Ballon d'Or with his explosive talent at Barcelona. Career record: 84 caps and 38 goals for Bulgaria; club career at PFC CSKA Sofia, FC Barcelona, Chicago Fire; honours include Ballon d'Or 1994, European Golden Shoe 1990.
The verdict
The almanac puts Matthias Sindelar ahead by 1 rating point, 94 against 93.
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