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Saudi Arabia · 1984–88 · ST
Fans knew him as the Arabian Pelé, and he answered in finals, scoring the second goal against China in 1984 and burying his penalty in the 1988 shootout against South Korea. Two Asian Cups, Asia-Oceania Player of the Year in 1984, six Saudi league top-scorer awards, four league titles at Al-Nassr, and 72 goals in 117 caps.
Saudi Arabia · 1988–2000 · SS
The penalty he struck in the 74th minute against South Africa on 24 June 1998, at thirty-four and in his only World Cup, gave Saudi Arabia the single point they took from the tournament. The Philosopher won the Asian Cup in 1988 and 1996 and lost the 1992 final, added the Asian Club Championship in 1991 and 2000, and left Al-Hilal after 21 seasons with 24 trophies and 33 goals in 95 caps.
The almanac puts Majed Abdullah ahead by 1 rating point, 87 against 86.
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