Michel Platini vs Kenny Dalglish
France against Scotland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Michel Platini
France · 1980s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in France
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 72 · 41 goals
- Clubs
- A.S. Nancy-Lorraine, AS Saint-Étienne, Juventus
- Honours
- 3× Ballon d'Or (1983–1985) · 4× Hall of Fame (1994–1994)
A three-time Ballon d'Or winner, this elegant playmaker orchestrated France's Euro 1984 triumph, netting nine goals in a single tournament – a record that still stands. 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 (1983–1985), 4× Hall of Fame (1994–1994).
Kenny Dalglish
Scotland · CM
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Scotland
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 102 · 30 goals
- Clubs
- Celtic, Liverpool
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
King Kenny, a true footballing monarch, dazzled defenses with his sublime close control and visionary passing, leading Liverpool to unparalleled glory. Career record: 102 caps and 30 goals for Scotland; club career at Celtic, Liverpool; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Michel Platini ahead by 2 rating points, 96 against 94.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.