Ivo Viktor vs Josef Masopust
Czech Republic against Czech Republic. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Ivo Viktor
Czech Republic · 1970s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 86
- Rank in Czech Republic
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 63 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- 1. SK Prostějov, FC Zbrojovka Brno, Dukla Prague
The hero of Czechoslovakia's 1976 European Championship triumph, this world-class goalkeeper was celebrated for his commanding presence and athletic saves. Career record: 63 caps and 0 goals for Czech Republic; club career at 1. SK Prostějov, FC Zbrojovka Brno, Dukla Prague.
Josef Masopust
Czech Republic · 1960s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Czech Republic
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 63 · 10 goals
- Clubs
- FK Teplice, Dukla Prague, K.V.V. Crossing Elewijt
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or
Czech football's greatest midfield legend, he earned the Ballon d'Or in 1962 and steered his nation to the World Cup final that same year. Career record: 63 caps and 10 goals for Czech Republic; club career at FK Teplice, Dukla Prague, K.V.V. Crossing Elewijt; honours include Ballon d'Or.
The verdict
The almanac puts Josef Masopust ahead by 1 rating point, 87 against 86.
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