Gerd Müller vs Dino Zoff
Germany against Italy. 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).
Dino Zoff
Italy · 1980s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 95
- Rank in Italy
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 112 · 84 goals
- Clubs
- Mantova 1911, SSC Napoli, Juventus
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame (1982–2000)
The oldest player to win a World Cup, his steadfast presence between the posts led Italy to glory in 1982. Career record: 112 caps and 84 goals for Italy; club career at Mantova 1911, SSC Napoli, Juventus; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (1982–2000).
The verdict
The almanac puts Gerd Müller ahead by 1 rating point, 96 against 95.
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