Aleksandr Mostovoi vs Rinat Dasayev
Russia against Russia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Aleksandr Mostovoi
Russia · CM
- Almanac rating
- 88
- Rank in Russia
- #8 of 33
- Caps
- 50 · 10 goals
- Clubs
- Spartak Moscow, RC Strasbourg Alsace, RC Celta de Vigo
The elegant playmaker, nicknamed 'The Tsar', graced Celta Vigo and the Russian national team with his exquisite technique, vision and ability to unlock defences. Career record: 50 caps and 10 goals for Russia; club career at Spartak Moscow, RC Strasbourg Alsace, RC Celta de Vigo.
Rinat Dasayev
Russia · GK
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Russia
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 91 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- FC Volgar Astrakhan, Spartak Moscow, Sevilla
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A world-class shot-stopper, he was the Soviet Union's number one through the 1980s, showcasing spectacular saves at multiple World Cups and leading Spartak Moscow to titles. Career record: 91 caps and 0 goals for Russia; club career at FC Volgar Astrakhan, Spartak Moscow, Sevilla; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Rinat Dasayev ahead by 3 rating points, 91 against 88.
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