Jan Ceulemans vs Paul Van Himst
Belgium against Belgium. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Jan Ceulemans
Belgium · 1980s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 88
- Rank in Belgium
- #9 of 33
- Clubs
- Lierse S.K., Club Brugge K.V.
A bona fide Belgian icon of the 80s, this prolific attacking midfielder captained his country to the 1986 World Cup semi-finals with his powerful runs and crucial goals. Career record: club career at Lierse S.K., Club Brugge K.V..
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 Paul Van Himst ahead by 2 rating points, 90 against 88.
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