Jean-Marie Pfaff vs Paul Van Himst
Belgium against Belgium. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Jean-Marie Pfaff
Belgium · 1980s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Belgium
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 64 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- K.S.K. Beveren, FC Bayern Munich, Lierse S.K.
An iconic presence between the sticks for Bayern Munich and Belgium, Pfaff’s charismatic leadership secured the 1982 World Cup semi-final for his nation. Career record: 64 caps and 0 goals for Belgium; club career at K.S.K. Beveren, FC Bayern Munich, Lierse S.K..
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 1 rating point, 90 against 89.
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