Pepe vs Nemanja Vidić
Portugal against Serbia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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.
Nemanja Vidić
Serbia · CB
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in Serbia
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 56 · 2 goals
- Clubs
- FK Crvena zvezda, Spartak Moscow, Manchester United
One half of Manchester United's impenetrable central defensive partnership, the Serbian rock earned five Premier League titles and a Champions League winner's medal. Career record: 56 caps and 2 goals for Serbia; club career at FK Crvena zvezda, Spartak Moscow, Manchester United.
The verdict
The almanac puts Nemanja Vidić ahead by 1 rating point, 92 against 91.
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