Eden Hazard vs Vincent Kompany
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.
Vincent Kompany
Belgium · CB
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Belgium
- #7 of 33
- Caps
- 89 · 4 goals
- Clubs
- R.S.C. Anderlecht, Hamburger SV, Manchester City
- Honours
- 2× national Player of the Year (2004–2005) · Hall of Fame 2022
The inspirational Manchester City captain, a Premier League icon, marshalled defences with his strength and leadership, driving his team to multiple league titles. Career record: 89 caps and 4 goals for Belgium; club career at R.S.C. Anderlecht, Hamburger SV, Manchester City; honours include 2× national Player of the Year (2004–2005), Hall of Fame 2022.
The verdict
The almanac puts Eden Hazard ahead by 2 rating points, 91 against 89.
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