Germany against Russia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Germany · 2010s · CDM
A tireless engine and deep-lying playmaker, Schweinsteiger captained Germany to their 2014 World Cup triumph and was central to Bayern Munich's historic treble season. Career record: 121 caps and 24 goals for Germany; club career at FC Bayern Munich II, FC Bayern Munich, Chicago Fire; honours include national Player of the Year 2013, Hall of Fame.
Russia · 1956–60 · CDM
A legendary Soviet era captain, his elegant playmaking and leadership from midfield guided Spartak Moscow and the USSR to Olympic gold in 1956 and the 1960 European Championship. Career record: 54 caps and 4 goals for Russia; club career at Spartak Moscow, HC Spartak Moscow; honours include 2× Hall of Fame.
The almanac puts Igor Netto ahead by 1 rating point, 91 against 90.
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