Arjen Robben vs Luís Figo
Netherlands against Portugal. 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).
Luís Figo
Portugal · 2000s · RM
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Portugal
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 127 · 32 goals
- Clubs
- Sporting CP, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or 2000 · FIFA World Player of the Year 2001 · national Player of the Year
The F.C. Barcelona and Real Madrid legend was a mesmerising winger whose dazzling dribbling, pinpoint crosses, and leadership earned him the 2000 Ballon d'Or. Career record: 127 caps and 32 goals for Portugal; club career at Sporting CP, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol; honours include Ballon d'Or 2000, FIFA World Player of the Year 2001, national Player of the Year.
The verdict
The almanac puts Luís Figo ahead by 2 rating points, 93 against 91.
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