Lilian Thuram vs Zinedine Zidane
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.
Zinedine Zidane
France · 1994–2006 · CM
- Rank in France
- #1 of 33
- Caps · France
- 108 · 31 goals
- Clubs
- FC Girondins de Bordeaux, Juventus, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 1998 · 1× Ballon d'Or
The mercurial maestro whose iconic Marseille turn, balletic grace, and unforgettable header in the 1998 World Cup final defined a golden era for France and Real Madrid. Career record: 108 caps and 31 goals for France; club career at FC Girondins de Bordeaux, Juventus, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol; honours include 1× Ballon d'Or, FIFA World Cup 1998.
The careers, side by side
Lilian Thuram is editorial rank 6 and Zinedine Zidane rank 1 in France's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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