Eran Zahavi vs Mordechai Spiegler
Israel against Israel. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Eran Zahavi
Israel · RM
- Almanac rating
- 85
- Rank in Israel
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 70 · 33 goals
- Clubs
- Barcelona, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Guangzhou City
- Honours
- 2× national Player of the Year (2014–2015)
A prolific goalscorer from midfield, his late-career resurgence saw him break goal records in China and cement his place as one of Israel's most lethal attackers. Career record: 70 caps and 33 goals for Israel; club career at Barcelona, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Guangzhou City; honours include 2× national Player of the Year (2014–2015).
Mordechai Spiegler
Israel · 1970s · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Israel
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 83 · 33 goals
- Clubs
- Maccabi Netanya, Paris, Hapoel Haifa
Israel's greatest ever player, his goal against Sweden in the 1970 World Cup remains an iconic moment, showcasing his brilliant attacking flair and clinical finishing. Career record: 83 caps and 33 goals for Israel; club career at Maccabi Netanya, Paris, Hapoel Haifa.
The verdict
The almanac puts Mordechai Spiegler ahead by 2 rating points, 87 against 85.
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