Roberto Baggio vs Denis Law
Italy against Scotland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Roberto Baggio
Italy · 1982–2004 · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Italy
- #11 of 33
- Caps
- 56 · 27 goals
- Clubs
- ACF Fiorentina, Juventus, Brescia Calcio
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or 1993 · FIFA World Player of the Year 1993 · Golden Foot 2003
The "Divine Ponytail", Baggio's mesmerising dribbling and breathtaking goals lit up three World Cups, making him one of Italy's most beloved and tragic heroes. Career record: 56 caps and 27 goals for Italy; club career at ACF Fiorentina, Juventus, Brescia Calcio; honours include Ballon d'Or 1993, FIFA World Player of the Year 1993, Golden Foot 2003.
Denis Law
Scotland · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Scotland
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 55 · 30 goals
- Clubs
- Manchester City, Torino, Manchester United
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or · Hall of Fame
"The King" was a clinical and elegant striker, renowned for his incredible goalscoring prowess and audacious flair for both Manchester United and Scotland. Career record: 55 caps and 30 goals for Scotland; club career at Manchester City, Torino, Manchester United; honours include Ballon d'Or, Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Roberto Baggio ahead by 1 rating point, 94 against 93.
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