Deco vs Fernando Peyroteo
Portugal against Portugal. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Deco
Portugal · 2000s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Portugal
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 75 · 5 goals
- Clubs
- FC Porto, FC Barcelona, Fluminense
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A diminutive dynamo, his inventive passing and tireless work rate were instrumental in Porto's shock 2004 Champions League triumph and Chelsea's domestic dominance. Career record: 75 caps and 5 goals for Portugal; club career at FC Porto, FC Barcelona, Fluminense; honours include Hall of Fame.
Fernando Peyroteo
Portugal · 1937–49 · ST
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Portugal
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 20 · 14 goals
- Clubs
- Sporting CP, C.F. Os Belenenses
An absolute goal machine, his prolific record for Sporting CP in the 1930s and 40s established him as one of Portugal's all-time deadliest finishers. Career record: 20 caps and 14 goals for Portugal; club career at Sporting CP, C.F. Os Belenenses.
The verdict
The almanac puts Deco ahead by 1 rating point, 91 against 90.
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