Ernest Wilimowski vs Kazimierz Deyna
Poland against Poland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Ernest Wilimowski
Poland · 1930s · SS
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Poland
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 22 · 21 goals
- Clubs
- Ruch Chorzów, VfR Kaiserslautern, Kehler FV
A prodigious talent, Wilimowski famously scored four goals against Brazil at the 1938 World Cup, showcasing his incredible scoring instincts. Career record: 22 caps and 21 goals for Poland; club career at Ruch Chorzów, VfR Kaiserslautern, Kehler FV.
Kazimierz Deyna
Poland · 1972–74 · CM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Poland
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 97 · 41 goals
- Clubs
- Legia Warsaw, Manchester City, San Diego Sockers
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
The elegant conductor, Deyna was a midfield maestro and captain who led Poland to Olympic gold in 1972 and third place at the 1974 World Cup. Career record: 97 caps and 41 goals for Poland; club career at Legia Warsaw, Manchester City, San Diego Sockers; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Kazimierz Deyna ahead by 2 rating points, 91 against 89.
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