Luka Modrić vs Bobby Charlton
Croatia against England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Luka Modrić
Croatia · 2010s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in Croatia
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 201 · 29 goals
- Clubs
- GNK Dinamo Zagreb, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or 2018 · FIFA World Player of the Year 2018 · national Player of the Year 2018
The peerless puppet master who defied expectations to win the 2018 Ballon d’Or, orchestrating Real Madrid's dynasty and leading Croatia to global prominence. Career record: 201 caps and 29 goals for Croatia; club career at GNK Dinamo Zagreb, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol; honours include Ballon d'Or 2018, FIFA World Player of the Year 2018, national Player of the Year 2018.
Bobby Charlton
England · 1956–73 · CM
- Almanac rating
- 95
- Rank in England
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 106 · 49 goals
- Clubs
- English Schools' Football Association, Preston North End, Melbourne Victory
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or 1966 · 2× Hall of Fame (1969–1974)
A true footballing icon, the Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup champion’s thunderous long-range strikes and humble leadership defined an era for Manchester United and England. Career record: 106 caps and 49 goals for England; club career at English Schools' Football Association, Preston North End, Melbourne Victory; honours include Ballon d'Or 1966, 2× Hall of Fame (1969–1974).
The verdict
The almanac puts Luka Modrić ahead by 1 rating point, 96 against 95.
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