Avi Nimni vs Yossi Benayoun
Israel against Israel. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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.
Yossi Benayoun
Israel · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 86
- Rank in Israel
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 102 · 24 goals
- Clubs
- Maccabi Haifa, Racing de Santander, Liverpool
The 'Diamond from Dimona', his exceptional dribbling and creative spark made him a fan favourite at West Ham, Liverpool, and Chelsea, captaining Israel for many years. Career record: 102 caps and 24 goals for Israel; club career at Maccabi Haifa, Racing de Santander, Liverpool.
The verdict
The almanac puts Yossi Benayoun ahead by 6 rating points, 86 against 80.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.