Karim Benzema vs Michel Platini
Both France. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Karim Benzema
France · 2007–2022 · SS
- Rank in France
- #4 of 33
- Caps · France
- 97 · 37 goals
- Clubs
- Olympique Lyonnais, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, Al Ittihad
- Honours
- 1× Ballon d'Or
A truly complete and elegant forward, this Real Madrid legend evolved into a talismanic figure, finally earning his well-deserved Ballon d'Or in 2022 after years of sublime performances. Career record: 97 caps and 37 goals for France; club career at Olympique Lyonnais, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, Al Ittihad; honours include 1× Ballon d'Or.
Michel Platini
France · 1976–1987 · CM
- Rank in France
- #2 of 33
- Caps · France
- 72 · 41 goals
- Clubs
- A.S. Nancy-Lorraine, AS Saint-Étienne, Juventus
- Honours
- 3× Ballon d'Or
Career record: 72 caps and 41 goals for France; club career at A.S. Nancy-Lorraine, AS Saint-Étienne, Juventus; honours include 3× Ballon d'Or.
The careers, side by side
Karim Benzema is editorial rank 4 and Michel Platini rank 2 in France's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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