Avi Cohen vs Avi Nimni
Israel against Israel. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Avi Cohen
Israel · 1980s · CB
- Almanac rating
- 82
- Rank in Israel
- #8 of 33
- Caps
- 51 · 3 goals
- Clubs
- Maccabi Tel Aviv, Liverpool, Rangers
A pioneering Israeli defender, he made history by becoming one of the first Israelis to play in England with Liverpool, winning the 1981 European Cup. Career record: 51 caps and 3 goals for Israel; club career at Maccabi Tel Aviv, Liverpool, Rangers.
Avi Nimni
Israel · CM
- Almanac rating
- 80
- Rank in Israel
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 80 · 17 goals
- Clubs
- Maccabi Tel Aviv, Atlético Madrid, Beitar Jerusalem
The creative heartbeat for Maccabi Tel Aviv across three spells, his vision and passing range consistently unlocked defences, earning him legendary status. Career record: 80 caps and 17 goals for Israel; club career at Maccabi Tel Aviv, Atlético Madrid, Beitar Jerusalem.
The verdict
The almanac puts Avi Cohen ahead by 2 rating points, 82 against 80.
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