Michel Preud’homme vs Vincent Kompany
Belgium against Belgium. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Michel Preud’homme
Belgium · 1990s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Belgium
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 58 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Standard Liège, KV Mechelen, S.L. Benfica
The technically gifted goalkeeper earned the IFFHS World's Best Goalkeeper award in 1994, shining for Mechelen and Benfica during an illustrious career. Career record: 58 caps and 0 goals for Belgium; club career at Standard Liège, KV Mechelen, S.L. Benfica.
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 cannot separate them: both are rated 89.
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