Alessandro Nesta vs Gianluigi Buffon
Both Italy. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Alessandro Nesta
Italy · 1996–2006 · CB
- Rank in Italy
- #6 of 33
- Caps · Italy
- 78 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- SS Lazio, AC Milan, CF Montréal
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 2006
A defender of sublime grace and power, his elegant tackling and impeccable positioning made him a cornerstone for Lazio, AC Milan, and the Azzurri. Career record: 78 caps and 0 goals for Italy; club career at SS Lazio, AC Milan, CF Montréal; honours include FIFA World Cup 2006.
Gianluigi Buffon
Italy · 1997–2018 · GK
- Rank in Italy
- #2 of 33
- Caps · Italy
- 176 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Parma Calcio 1913, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 2006
The legendary 'Gigi' commanded his box for decades, a true icon who lifted the 2006 World Cup with Italy. Career record: 176 caps and 0 goals for Italy; club career at Parma Calcio 1913, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain; honours include FIFA World Cup 2006.
The careers, side by side
Alessandro Nesta is editorial rank 6 and Gianluigi Buffon rank 2 in Italy's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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