Alfredo Di Stéfano vs David Villa
Spain against Spain. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Alfredo Di Stéfano
Spain · 1945–66 · ST
- Almanac rating
- 98
- Rank in Spain
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 31 · 23 goals
- Clubs
- Millonarios, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
- Honours
- 2× Ballon d'Or (1957–1959) · 2× Hall of Fame
A true visionary, the iconic Argentine-born forward transformed Real Madrid into a European powerhouse, winning five consecutive European Cups. Career record: 31 caps and 23 goals for Spain; club career at Millonarios, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, RCD Espanyol de Barcelona; honours include 2× Ballon d'Or (1957–1959), 2× Hall of Fame.
David Villa
Spain · 2000–19 · ST
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Spain
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 98 · 67 goals
- Clubs
- Sporting de Gijón, Valencia CF, New York City
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
Spain's all-time record goalscorer, his crucial strikes led La Roja to an unprecedented World Cup and European Championship double. Career record: 98 caps and 67 goals for Spain; club career at Sporting de Gijón, Valencia CF, New York City; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Alfredo Di Stéfano ahead by 7 rating points, 98 against 91.
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