England against Netherlands. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
England · 2002–18 · SS
England and Manchester United's all-time leading scorer, his ferocious shot and all-around attacking prowess made him a truly complete forward. Career record: 120 caps and 53 goals for England; club career at Everton, Manchester United, D.C. United; honours include 2× national Player of the Year (2010–2010), Hall of Fame 2022.
Netherlands · 1986–2006 · SS
The epitome of grace and precision, his elegant first touch, mesmerising control, and exquisite finishing skills made him an Arsenal legend and one of football's great artists. Career record: 79 caps and 37 goals for Netherlands; club career at AFC Ajax, Inter Milan, Arsenal; honours include national Player of the Year 1993, Hall of Fame 2021.
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 92.
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