José Antonio Camacho vs Paolo Maldini
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.
Paolo Maldini
Italy · 1985–2009 · LB
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in Italy
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 126 · 976 goals
- Clubs
- AC Milan
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame (1991–2000)
One of the greatest defenders of all time, 'Il Capitano' won five Champions League titles with AC Milan and was an icon of Italian football for over two decades. Career record: 126 caps and 976 goals for Italy; club career at AC Milan; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (1991–2000).
The verdict
The almanac puts Paolo Maldini ahead by 7 rating points, 96 against 89.
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