Josef Bican vs Bobby Moore
Czech Republic against England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Josef Bican
Czech Republic · ST
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in Czech Republic
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 14 · 12 goals
- Clubs
- SK Rapid Wien, SK Slavia Prague, MFK Vítkovice
Often cited as one of football's most prolific goalscorers, the legendary Slavia Prague striker possessed an almost superhuman ability to find the back of the net. Career record: 14 caps and 12 goals for Czech Republic; club career at SK Rapid Wien, SK Slavia Prague, MFK Vítkovice.
Bobby Moore
England · 1966–70 · CB
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in England
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 108 · 2 goals
- Clubs
- West Ham United, Fulham, FC Midtjylland
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
England's World Cup-winning captain from 1966, he epitomised defensive elegance and leadership, famously shutting down Pele in 1970. Career record: 108 caps and 2 goals for England; club career at West Ham United, Fulham, FC Midtjylland; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Josef Bican ahead by 2 rating points, 96 against 94.
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