Mário Coluna vs Pepe
Portugal against Portugal. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Mário Coluna
Portugal · 1954–70 · CM
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in Portugal
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 57 · 8 goals
- Clubs
- Grupo Desportivo de Maputo, S.L. Benfica, Olympique Lyonnais
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 2005
The 'Monstro Sagrado' was the heartbeat of Benfica's European conquests in the 1960s, a powerful, elegant midfielder who dictated play and scored vital goals. Career record: 57 caps and 8 goals for Portugal; club career at Grupo Desportivo de Maputo, S.L. Benfica, Olympique Lyonnais; honours include Hall of Fame 2005.
Pepe
Portugal · 2010s · CB
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Portugal
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 141 · 8 goals
- Clubs
- C.S. Marítimo, FC Porto, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A warrior at the heart of the defence, known for his aggressive style, leadership, and crucial role in Portugal's Euro 2016 victory and Real Madrid's multiple Champions League successes. Career record: 141 caps and 8 goals for Portugal; club career at C.S. Marítimo, FC Porto, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Mário Coluna ahead by 1 rating point, 92 against 91.
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