Gerd Müller vs Uwe Seeler
Germany against Germany. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Gerd Müller
Germany · 1970s · ST
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in Germany
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 62 · 68 goals
- Clubs
- TSV 1861 Nördlingen, FC Bayern Munich, Fort Lauderdale Strikers
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or · 2× national Player of the Year (1967–1969) · 3× Hall of Fame (1977–2018)
Der Bomber, a clinical poacher and 1970 Ballon d'Or winner whose incredible goalscoring record powered West Germany to World Cup and Euros glory. Career record: 62 caps and 68 goals for Germany; club career at TSV 1861 Nördlingen, FC Bayern Munich, Fort Lauderdale Strikers; honours include Ballon d'Or, 2× national Player of the Year (1967–1969), 3× Hall of Fame (1977–2018).
Uwe Seeler
Germany · 1954–72 · ST
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in Germany
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 72 · 43 goals
- Clubs
- Hamburger SV, Cork Celtic
- Honours
- 3× national Player of the Year (1960–1970) · 3× Hall of Fame (1970–2018)
A true HSV legend, 'Uns Uwe' was a prolific goalscorer and captain who represented Germany in four World Cups, a symbol of loyalty and enduring quality. Career record: 72 caps and 43 goals for Germany; club career at Hamburger SV, Cork Celtic; honours include 3× national Player of the Year (1960–1970), 3× Hall of Fame (1970–2018).
The verdict
The almanac puts Gerd Müller ahead by 4 rating points, 96 against 92.
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