Dimitar Berbatov vs Krasimir Balakov
Bulgaria against Bulgaria. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Dimitar Berbatov
Bulgaria · SS
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Bulgaria
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 78 · 48 goals
- Clubs
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United
The silkiest of strikers, his sublime first touch, effortless control, and clinical finishing made him a joy to watch for club and country. Career record: 78 caps and 48 goals for Bulgaria; club career at Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United.
Krasimir Balakov
Bulgaria · 1990s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 88
- Rank in Bulgaria
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 92 · 16 goals
- Clubs
- FC Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo, F.C. Etar, VfB Stuttgart
The elegant midfielder orchestrated Bulgaria's famous 1994 World Cup run with his exceptional vision and pinpoint passing. Career record: 92 caps and 16 goals for Bulgaria; club career at FC Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo, F.C. Etar, VfB Stuttgart.
The verdict
The almanac puts Dimitar Berbatov ahead by 1 rating point, 89 against 88.
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