Grzegorz Lato vs Kazimierz Deyna
Poland against Poland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Grzegorz Lato
Poland · 1970s · ST
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Poland
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 100 · 45 goals
- Clubs
- Stal Mielec, K.S.C. Lokeren Oost-Vlaanderen, Atlante
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame
The legendary forward with a tireless engine, Lato's golden boot-winning performance spearheaded Poland's brilliant 1974 World Cup campaign. Career record: 100 caps and 45 goals for Poland; club career at Stal Mielec, K.S.C. Lokeren Oost-Vlaanderen, Atlante; honours include 2× Hall of Fame.
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 1 rating point, 91 against 90.
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