Eden Hazard vs Paul Van Himst
Belgium against Belgium. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Eden Hazard
Belgium · 2010s · LM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Belgium
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 126 · 33 goals
- Clubs
- Lille OSC, Chelsea, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- national Player of the Year 2015
A mesmeric dribbler, this diminutive winger consistently defied defenders while inspiring Belgium's golden generation to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals. Career record: 126 caps and 33 goals for Belgium; club career at Lille OSC, Chelsea, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol; honours include national Player of the Year 2015.
Paul Van Himst
Belgium · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Belgium
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 81 · 30 goals
- Clubs
- R.S.C. Anderlecht, Racing White Daring Molenbeek, Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek
Anderlecht's record goalscorer and a four-time Golden Shoe winner, this attacking midfielder was a true Belgian legend. Career record: 81 caps and 30 goals for Belgium; club career at R.S.C. Anderlecht, Racing White Daring Molenbeek, Football Club Molenbeek Brussels Strombeek.
The verdict
The almanac puts Eden Hazard ahead by 1 rating point, 91 against 90.
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