Peter Schmeichel vs Sepp Maier
Denmark against Germany. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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Peter Schmeichel
Denmark · 1990s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Denmark
- #2 of 33
A titan between the sticks, Schmeichel commanded Manchester United to their historic Treble and was the bedrock of Denmark's shock Euro 1992 victory.
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Sepp Maier
Germany · 1972–74 · GK
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in Germany
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 95 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- FC Bayern Munich
- Honours
- 3× national Player of the Year (1975–1978) · 4× Hall of Fame (2018–2018)
The "Cat from Anzing," Maier was the cornerstone of West Germany's 1974 World Cup and 1972 European Championship triumphs, and Bayern's European dynasty. Career record: 95 caps and 0 goals for Germany; club career at FC Bayern Munich; honours include 3× national Player of the Year (1975–1978), 4× Hall of Fame (2018–2018).
The verdict
The almanac puts Peter Schmeichel ahead by 2 rating points, 94 against 92.
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