Erik Thorstvedt vs John Arne Riise
Norway against Norway. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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Erik Thorstvedt
Norway · 1990s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Norway
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 97 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- FK Eik Tønsberg, IFK Göteborg, Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham’s commanding shot-stopper was a consistent presence for club and country, representing Norway at the 1994 World Cup. Career record: 97 caps and 0 goals for Norway; club career at FK Eik Tønsberg, IFK Göteborg, Tottenham Hotspur.
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John Arne Riise
Norway · 2000s · LB
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Norway
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 110 · 16 goals
- Clubs
- Liverpool, AS Roma, Fulham
Famous for his thunderous left foot, the powerful full-back was a Champions League winner with Liverpool in 2005, leaving a trail of spectacular goals. Career record: 110 caps and 16 goals for Norway; club career at Liverpool, AS Roma, Fulham.
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 87.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.