Thibaut Courtois vs Vincent Kompany
Belgium against Belgium. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Thibaut Courtois
Belgium · 2010s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Belgium
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 115 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Chelsea, Atlético Madrid, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- The Best FIFA award 2018
The towering shot-stopper established himself as one of the world's best with Real Madrid, earning the Golden Glove at the 2018 World Cup and lifting the Champions League. Career record: 115 caps and 0 goals for Belgium; club career at Chelsea, Atlético Madrid, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol; honours include The Best FIFA award 2018.
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 Thibaut Courtois ahead by 4 rating points, 93 against 89.
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