José Antonio Camacho vs Giacinto Facchetti
Spain against Italy. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
José Antonio Camacho
Spain · 1973–89 · LB
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Spain
- #25 of 33
- Caps
- 81 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Albacete Balompié, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
An uncompromising and fiercely loyal left-back, José Antonio Camacho was a Real Madrid stalwart for 15 seasons and a tenacious presence for the national team. Career record: 81 caps and 0 goals for Spain; club career at Albacete Balompié, Real Madrid Castilla, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol.
Giacinto Facchetti
Italy · 1960–78 · LB
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Italy
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 94 · 3 goals
- Clubs
- Inter Milan
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A trailblazing attacking full-back, Facchetti captained Inter's "Grande Inter" side to four Serie A titles and two European Cups in the 1960s. Career record: 94 caps and 3 goals for Italy; club career at Inter Milan; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Giacinto Facchetti ahead by 5 rating points, 94 against 89.
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