Pele v Maradona




Pele

Pele       Trumps
Weak Foot 8
Was strong on either foot, almost a completely two-footed player, comfortable playing off either.
Skill 9
Particularly for the time, his skill and technique was incredible. It is a shame he played in an era when defenders were able to hack him down without constraint.
Pace 10
Very, very quick. He was blisteringly fast off the mark.
Leadership 6
Pele was never much of a leader, that was not his way. He was playing for the team in a team game, but he was not a player who led, other than by example.
Scandals 10
Since retiring his scandals have been numerous, from fraud to political transgressions.

Pele

Pele       Trumps
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Maradona

Maradona       Trumps
Weak Foot 6
His right foot was just there to balance that wonderful left peg of his.
Skill 10
Possibly the most skilful player of all time, his dribbling could be unstoppable at times as his balance was exceptional.
Pace 8
Quick but not jet heeled.
Leadership 9
He was a leader, it was him who dragged a mediocre Argentina and Napoli to titles by sheer force of will it seemed at times. More than just a player, he was a captain, even if some of his transgressions off the field meant he could not lead by example!
Scandals 10
From cocaine to love children dotted around the world, to more cocaine and lots more cocaine. His scandals have been many and often. Very often.

Maradona

Maradona       Trumps

 

 

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