Jean-Marie Pfaff vs Romelu Lukaku
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..
Romelu Lukaku
Belgium · SS
- Almanac rating
- 88
- Rank in Belgium
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 132 · 93 goals
- Clubs
- R.S.C. Anderlecht, Manchester United, Inter Milan
Belgium's all-time leading scorer, this powerful striker terrorized defences across Europe, enjoying prolific spells at Everton and Inter. Career record: 132 caps and 93 goals for Belgium; club career at R.S.C. Anderlecht, Manchester United, Inter Milan.
The verdict
The almanac puts Jean-Marie Pfaff ahead by 1 rating point, 89 against 88.
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