Georgi Asparuhov vs Krasimir Balakov
Bulgaria against Bulgaria. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Georgi Asparuhov
Bulgaria · RM
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Bulgaria
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 50 · 19 goals
- Clubs
- PFC Levski Sofia, Botev Plovdiv
A true legend, his elegant style, clinical finishing, and incredible aerial ability made him one of Bulgaria's greatest ever forwards. Career record: 50 caps and 19 goals for Bulgaria; club career at PFC Levski Sofia, Botev Plovdiv.
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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 Georgi Asparuhov ahead by 1 rating point, 89 against 88.
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