Arjen Robben vs Ronald Koeman
Netherlands against Netherlands. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Arjen Robben
Netherlands · 2010s · RM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Netherlands
- #7 of 33
- Caps
- 96 · 37 goals
- Clubs
- PSV Eindhoven, Chelsea, FC Bayern Munich
- Honours
- 2× national Player of the Year (2010–2010)
The legendary Dutchman terrorised defences with his signature move, cutting in from the right wing to score spectacular goals, most notably the winner in the 2013 Champions League final for Bayern Munich. Career record: 96 caps and 37 goals for Netherlands; club career at PSV Eindhoven, Chelsea, FC Bayern Munich; honours include 2× national Player of the Year (2010–2010).
Ronald Koeman
Netherlands · 1980s · CB
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Netherlands
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 78 · 20 goals
- Clubs
- AFC Ajax, PSV Eindhoven, FC Barcelona
A free-scoring libero and set-piece master, Koeman was instrumental in the Netherlands' Euro 1988 victory and a champion with both PSV and Barcelona. Career record: 78 caps and 20 goals for Netherlands; club career at AFC Ajax, PSV Eindhoven, FC Barcelona.
The verdict
The almanac puts Arjen Robben ahead by 1 rating point, 91 against 90.
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