England against Serbia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
England · 1992–2013 · RM
On the opening day of the 1996/97 season he looked up at Selhurst Park, saw Neil Sullivan two steps off his line and dropped the ball over him from inside his own half. The 1999 Champions League completed United's treble and he won six league titles there, then La Liga in 2007, two MLS Cups in Los Angeles and Ligue 1 in Paris in 2013, with 59 games as England captain. Career record: 115 caps and 17 goals for England; club career at Manchester United, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, LA Galaxy; honours include 4× national Player of the Year (1997–2011), 3× Hall of Fame (2003–2021).
Serbia · RM
Known as the "King of the Dribble," this dazzling winger was a true showman who captivated audiences with his incredible skill and flair for Partizan and Yugoslavia. Career record: 41 caps and 6 goals for Serbia; club career at FK Crvena zvezda, OFK Beograd, Independiente Santa Fe.
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 90.
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