Andrey Arshavin vs Eduard Streltsov
Russia against Russia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Andrey Arshavin
Russia · 2000s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 88
- Rank in Russia
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 75 · 17 goals
- Clubs
- FC Zenit Saint Petersburg, Arsenal, FC Kairat
The diminutive magician's electrifying dribbling and incisive passing lit up Euro 2008 for Russia and earned him a memorable move to Arsenal. Career record: 75 caps and 17 goals for Russia; club career at FC Zenit Saint Petersburg, Arsenal, FC Kairat.
Eduard Streltsov
Russia · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Russia
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 38 · 25 goals
- Clubs
- FC Torpedo Moscow
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
The gifted 'Russian Pelé' was a phenomenal talent for Torpedo Moscow and the USSR, renowned for his audacious skill, powerful shot, and iconic 'Streltsov pass'. Career record: 38 caps and 25 goals for Russia; club career at FC Torpedo Moscow; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Eduard Streltsov ahead by 5 rating points, 93 against 88.
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