Jan Ceulemans vs Vincent Kompany
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..
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 Vincent Kompany ahead by 1 rating point, 89 against 88.
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