Sergio Busquets vs Patrick Vieira
Spain against France. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Sergio Busquets
Spain · 2008–25 · CDM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Spain
- #11 of 33
- Caps
- 143 · 2 goals
- Clubs
- FC Barcelona, Inter Miami CF
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
The silent orchestrator, Sergio Busquets was the tactical linchpin for Barcelona and Spain, dictating play and exuding an elite level of pressing resistance en route to World Cup and Euros glory. Career record: 143 caps and 2 goals for Spain; club career at FC Barcelona, FC Barcelona Atlètic, Inter Miami CF; honours include Hall of Fame.
Patrick Vieira
France · 1998–2000 · CDM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in France
- #11 of 33
- Caps
- 107 · 6 goals
- Clubs
- AS Cannes, Arsenal, Inter Milan
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 2022
The midfield engine of Arsenal’s Invincibles, his imposing physicality and leadership drove France to World Cup 1998 and Euro 2000 glory. Career record: 107 caps and 6 goals for France; club career at AS Cannes, Arsenal, Inter Milan; honours include Hall of Fame 2022.
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 91.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.