Lilian Thuram vs Giuseppe Bergomi
France against Italy. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Lilian Thuram
France · 1998–2000 · RB
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in France
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 142 · 2 goals
- Clubs
- AS Monaco, Parma Calcio 1913, Juventus
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.
Giuseppe Bergomi
Italy · 1979–99 · RB
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Italy
- #25 of 33
- Caps
- 81 · 6 goals
- Clubs
- Inter Milan
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 1991
A true one-club man for Inter Milan, 'Lo Zio' (The Uncle) famously played in four World Cups, embodying defensive excellence and versatility. Career record: 81 caps and 6 goals for Italy; club career at Inter Milan; honours include Hall of Fame 1991.
The verdict
The almanac puts Lilian Thuram ahead by 2 rating points, 92 against 90.
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