Dennis Bergkamp vs Johan Neeskens
Netherlands against Netherlands. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Dennis Bergkamp
Netherlands · 1986–2006 · SS
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in Netherlands
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 79 · 37 goals
- Clubs
- AFC Ajax, Inter Milan, Arsenal
- Honours
- national Player of the Year 1993 · Hall of Fame 2021
The epitome of grace and precision, his elegant first touch, mesmerising control, and exquisite finishing skills made him an Arsenal legend and one of football's great artists. Career record: 79 caps and 37 goals for Netherlands; club career at AFC Ajax, Inter Milan, Arsenal; honours include national Player of the Year 1993, Hall of Fame 2021.
Johan Neeskens
Netherlands · 1968–85 · CM
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Netherlands
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 49 · 17 goals
- Clubs
- AFC Ajax, FC Barcelona, New York Cosmos
The beating heart of Total Football, his relentless energy and box-to-box prowess drove Ajax, Barcelona, and the Dutch national team to multiple finals in the 1970s. Career record: 49 caps and 17 goals for Netherlands; club career at AFC Ajax, FC Barcelona, New York Cosmos.
The verdict
The almanac puts Dennis Bergkamp ahead by 2 rating points, 92 against 90.
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