Gaetano Scirea vs Paolo Maldini
Italy against Italy. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Gaetano Scirea
Italy · 1980s · CB
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Italy
- #8 of 33
- Caps
- 78 · 2 goals
- Clubs
- Atalanta BC, Juventus
The elegant sweeper was a linchpin of Juventus's golden era, seamlessly transitioning from defense to attack and winning the 1982 World Cup. Career record: 78 caps and 2 goals for Italy; club career at Atalanta BC, Juventus.
Paolo Maldini
Italy · 1985–2009 · LB
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in Italy
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 126 · 976 goals
- Clubs
- AC Milan
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame (1991–2000)
One of the greatest defenders of all time, 'Il Capitano' won five Champions League titles with AC Milan and was an icon of Italian football for over two decades. Career record: 126 caps and 976 goals for Italy; club career at AC Milan; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (1991–2000).
The verdict
The almanac puts Paolo Maldini ahead by 2 rating points, 96 against 94.
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