Lilian Thuram vs Michel Platini
Both France. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Lilian Thuram
France · 1994–2008 · RB
- Rank in France
- #6 of 33
- Caps · France
- 142 · 2 goals
- Clubs
- AS Monaco, Parma Calcio 1913, Juventus
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 1998
A formidable and versatile defender, he anchored France's World Cup 1998 and Euro 2000 victories before marshalling the defence for Juventus, Parma, and Barcelona. Career record: 142 caps and 2 goals for France; club career at AS Monaco, Parma Calcio 1913, Juventus; honours include FIFA World Cup 1998.
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.
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Lilian Thuram is editorial rank 6 and Michel Platini rank 2 in France's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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