Bernardo Silva vs Rui Costa
Both Portugal. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Bernardo Silva
Portugal · 2015– · CAM
- Rank in Portugal
- #8 of 33
- Caps · Portugal
- 107 (as of 4 October 2026) · 14 (as of 4 October 2026) goals
- Clubs
- AS Monaco, Manchester City
The 'Little Magician' weaves intricate patterns, his sublime dribbling and incisive passes pulling strings for Manchester City and Portugal. Career record: 107 (as of 4 October 2026) caps and 14 (as of 4 October 2026) goals for Portugal; club career at AS Monaco, Manchester City.
Rui Costa
Portugal · 1993–2004 · CAM
- Rank in Portugal
- #7 of 33
- Caps · Portugal
- 94 · 26 goals
- Clubs
- S.L. Benfica, ACF Fiorentina, AC Milan
The 'Maestro' graced Serie A with his elegant playmaking, a true číslo 10 whose creative genius unlocked defences for Fiorentina and AC Milan. Career record: 94 caps and 26 goals for Portugal; club career at S.L. Benfica, ACF Fiorentina, AC Milan.
The careers, side by side
Bernardo Silva is editorial rank 8 and Rui Costa rank 7 in Portugal's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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