Paul Breitner vs Paolo Maldini
Germany against Italy. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Paul Breitner
Germany · 1970–83 · LB
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Germany
- #18 of 33
- Caps
- 48 · 10 goals
- Clubs
- FC Bayern Munich, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, Eintracht Braunschweig
- Honours
- national Player of the Year 1981 · Hall of Fame 2018
The maverick marauding full-back, Breitner collected a World Cup and a European Championship with West Germany, enjoying trophy-laden spells at both Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Career record: 48 caps and 10 goals for Germany; club career at FC Bayern Munich, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, Eintracht Braunschweig; honours include national Player of the Year 1981, Hall of Fame 2018.
Paolo Maldini
Italy · 1985–2009 · LB
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in Italy
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 126 · 976 goals
- Clubs
- AC Milan
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame (1991–2000)
One of the greatest defenders of all time, 'Il Capitano' won five Champions League titles with AC Milan and was an icon of Italian football for over two decades. Career record: 126 caps and 976 goals for Italy; club career at AC Milan; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (1991–2000).
The verdict
The almanac puts Paolo Maldini ahead by 7 rating points, 96 against 89.
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