David Villa vs Francisco Gento
Spain against Spain. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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.
Francisco Gento
Spain · 1952–71 · LM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Spain
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 43 · 5 goals
- Clubs
- Racing de Santander, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, SD Unión Club
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A genuine trailblazer on the left wing, Francisco Gento etched his name in history by winning an unprecedented six European Cups with the legendary Real Madrid side. Career record: 43 caps and 5 goals for Spain; club career at Racing de Santander, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, SD Unión Club; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 91.
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