Stephan Lichtsteiner vs Xherdan Shaqiri
Switzerland against Switzerland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Stephan Lichtsteiner
Switzerland · 2002–20 · RB
- Almanac rating
- 86
- Rank in Switzerland
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 108 · 8 goals
- Clubs
- Lille OSC, SS Lazio, Juventus
A tireless engine on the right flank, this marauding full-back was a serial Serie A winner with Juventus and a stalwart for the national team. Career record: 108 caps and 8 goals for Switzerland; club career at Lille OSC, SS Lazio, Juventus.
Xherdan Shaqiri
Switzerland · 2009–26 · RM
- Almanac rating
- 86
- Rank in Switzerland
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 125 · 32 goals
- Clubs
- FC Bayern Munich, Stoke City, Chicago Fire
The 'Alpine Messi' is renowned for his spectacular big-tournament goals and creative flair, contributing to titles with Bayern Munich and Liverpool. Career record: 125 caps and 32 goals for Switzerland; club career at FC Bayern Munich, Stoke City, Chicago Fire.
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 86.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.