Patrick Vieira vs Marco Tardelli
France against Italy. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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Patrick Vieira
France · 1998–2000 · CDM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in France
- #11 of 33
- Caps
- 107 · 6 goals
- Clubs
- AS Cannes, Arsenal, Inter Milan
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 2022
The midfield engine of Arsenal’s Invincibles, his imposing physicality and leadership drove France to World Cup 1998 and Euro 2000 glory. Career record: 107 caps and 6 goals for France; club career at AS Cannes, Arsenal, Inter Milan; honours include Hall of Fame 2022.
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Marco Tardelli
Italy · 1980s · CDM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Italy
- #18 of 33
- Caps
- 81 · 6 goals
- Clubs
- Pisa SC, Juventus, Inter Milan
His iconic scream after scoring in the 1982 World Cup final perfectly encapsulated the passion and tenacity of Italy's midfield engine. Career record: 81 caps and 6 goals for Italy; club career at Pisa SC, Juventus, Inter Milan.
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 91.
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