Cristian Chivu vs Gheorghe Hagi
Romania against Romania. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Cristian Chivu
Romania · 2010s · CB
- Almanac rating
- 88
- Rank in Romania
- #7 of 33
- Caps
- 75 · 3 goals
- Clubs
- AFC Ajax, AS Roma, Inter Milan
- Honours
- 2× national Player of the Year (2001–2003)
A truly versatile defender, the sophisticated leader captained both Roma and Inter Milan, lifting the Champions League trophy with the latter in 2010. Career record: 75 caps and 3 goals for Romania; club career at AFC Ajax, AS Roma, Inter Milan; honours include 2× national Player of the Year (2001–2003).
Gheorghe Hagi
Romania · 1990s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Romania
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 125 · 35 goals
- Clubs
- FC Sportul Studențesc București, FCSB, Galatasaray S.K.
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
The "Carpathian Maradona," Hagi’s magical left foot graced Real Madrid, Barcelona, and illuminated the 1994 World Cup with stunning goals. Career record: 125 caps and 35 goals for Romania; club career at FC Sportul Studențesc București, FCSB, Galatasaray S.K.; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Gheorghe Hagi ahead by 5 rating points, 93 against 88.
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