Krasimir Balakov vs Stiliyan Petrov
Bulgaria against Bulgaria. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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.
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 puts Krasimir Balakov ahead by 2 rating points, 88 against 86.
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