Birkir Bjarnason vs Hannes Halldórsson
Iceland against Iceland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Birkir Bjarnason
Iceland · 2016–18 · LM
- Almanac rating
- 82
- Rank in Iceland
- #7 of 33
- Clubs
- Viking FK, FC Basel, Aston Villa
The 'Thor' of Iceland's midfield, his relentless work rate and versatile play made him an indispensable asset during their historic Euro 2016 and 2018 World Cup runs. Career record: club career at Viking FK, FC Basel, Aston Villa.
Hannes Halldórsson
Iceland · 2010s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 81
- Rank in Iceland
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 77 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Knattspyrnufélagið Fram, KR Reykjavík, Randers
The film director turned shot-stopper became a national hero with heroics between the sticks, including a penalty save against Messi at the 2018 World Cup. Career record: 77 caps and 0 goals for Iceland; club career at Knattspyrnufélagið Fram, KR Reykjavík, Randers.
The verdict
The almanac puts Birkir Bjarnason ahead by 1 rating point, 82 against 81.
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