Philipp Lahm vs Uwe Seeler
Germany against Germany. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Philipp Lahm
Germany · 2013–14 · RB
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Germany
- #7 of 33
- Caps
- 113 · 5 goals
- Clubs
- FC Bayern Munich, VfB Stuttgart
- Honours
- national Player of the Year 2017 · 3× Hall of Fame (2018–2018)
The peerless captain and tactician, Lahm led Germany to World Cup glory in 2014 and was an integral part of Bayern's historic treble in 2013. Career record: 113 caps and 5 goals for Germany; club career at FC Bayern Munich II, FC Bayern Munich, VfB Stuttgart; honours include national Player of the Year 2017, 3× Hall of Fame (2018–2018).
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 Philipp Lahm ahead by 1 rating point, 93 against 92.
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