Zinedine Zidane vs Kenny Dalglish
France against Scotland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Zinedine Zidane
France · 1990s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 98
- Rank in France
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 108 · 31 goals
- Clubs
- FC Girondins de Bordeaux, Juventus, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or 1998 · 3× FIFA World Player of the Year (1998–2003)
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 Ballon d'Or 1998, 3× FIFA World Player of the Year (1998–2003).
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 Zinedine Zidane ahead by 4 rating points, 98 against 94.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.