Sergio Ramos vs Alessandro Nesta
Spain against Italy. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Sergio Ramos
Spain · 2004–25 · CB
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Spain
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 180 · 23 goals
- Clubs
- Sevilla, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, Paris Saint-Germain
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 2011
Spain's iconic captain, Sergio Ramos was the ultimate big-game player, delivering crucial goals and relentless defending on the way to World Cup and multiple Champions League glories. Career record: 180 caps and 23 goals for Spain; club career at Sevilla, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, Paris Saint-Germain; honours include Hall of Fame 2011.
Alessandro Nesta
Italy · 1993–2014 · CB
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Italy
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 78 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- SS Lazio, AC Milan, CF Montréal
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame (2000–2006)
A defender of sublime grace and power, his elegant tackling and impeccable positioning made him a cornerstone for Lazio, AC Milan, and the Azzurri. Career record: 78 caps and 0 goals for Italy; club career at SS Lazio, AC Milan, CF Montréal; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (2000–2006).
The verdict
The almanac puts Alessandro Nesta ahead by 1 rating point, 94 against 93.
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