Aki Riihilahti vs Mikael Forssell
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.
Mikael Forssell
Finland · SS
- Almanac rating
- 83
- Rank in Finland
- #8 of 33
- Caps
- 87 · 29 goals
- Clubs
- Chelsea, Birmingham City, Hannover 96
A clinical finisher, Forssell showcased his predatory instincts at Chelsea and Birmingham City, where he became a key attacking outlet for club and country. Career record: 87 caps and 29 goals for Finland; club career at Chelsea, Birmingham City, Hannover 96.
The verdict
The almanac puts Mikael Forssell ahead by 2 rating points, 83 against 81.
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