Aki Riihilahti vs Antti Niemi
Finland against Finland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Aki Riihilahti
Finland · CM
- Almanac rating
- 81
- Rank in Finland
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 69 · 11 goals
- Clubs
- Vålerenga Fotball, Crystal Palace, Djurgårdens IF Fotboll
A tenacious and powerful midfielder, Riihilahti brought bite and boundless energy to the engine room for the likes of Crystal Palace and Finland. Career record: 69 caps and 11 goals for Finland; club career at Vålerenga Fotball, Crystal Palace, Djurgårdens IF Fotboll.
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Antti Niemi
Finland · GK
- Almanac rating
- 83
- Rank in Finland
- #7 of 33
A legend in the English game, his acrobatic saves and unwavering commitment made him a cult hero at Southampton and Fulham.
The verdict
The almanac puts Antti Niemi ahead by 2 rating points, 83 against 81.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.