Luís Figo vs Rui Costa
Both Portugal. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Luís Figo
Portugal · 1991–2006 · RM
- Rank in Portugal
- #3 of 33
- Caps · Portugal
- 127 · 32 goals
- Clubs
- Sporting CP, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- 1× Ballon d'Or
The F.C. Barcelona and Real Madrid legend was a mesmerising winger whose dazzling dribbling, pinpoint crosses, and leadership earned him the 2000 Ballon d'Or. Career record: 127 caps and 32 goals for Portugal; club career at Sporting CP, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol; honours include 1× Ballon d'Or.
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
Luís Figo is editorial rank 3 and Rui Costa rank 7 in Portugal's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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