Emil Kostadinov vs Stiliyan Petrov
Bulgaria against Bulgaria. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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Emil Kostadinov
Bulgaria · 1990s · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 86
- Rank in Bulgaria
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 70 · 26 goals
- Clubs
- PFC CSKA Sofia, FC Porto, FC Bayern Munich
A key attacker known for his crucial goal against France that sent Bulgaria to the 1994 World Cup, making him a national hero. Career record: 70 caps and 26 goals for Bulgaria; club career at PFC CSKA Sofia, FC Porto, FC Bayern Munich.
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Stiliyan Petrov
Bulgaria · CDM
- Almanac rating
- 86
- Rank in Bulgaria
- #7 of 33
- Caps
- 105 · 8 goals
- Clubs
- PFC CSKA Sofia, Celtic, Aston Villa
A dynamic and influential midfielder, he was a tireless engine for Aston Villa and Celtic, earning over 100 caps for Bulgaria and often wearing the captain's armband. Career record: 105 caps and 8 goals for Bulgaria; club career at PFC CSKA Sofia, Celtic, Aston Villa.
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 86.
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