Why compare Paolo Maldini and Andrea Pirlo?

A fellow Italian midfielder and one of the greatest players of his generation, known for his exceptional passing skills and vision on the field.

Paolo Maldini

Key numbers

  • Appearances902
  • Goals29
  • Assistsover 100
  • Trophies26
  • Caps126

Top honours

  • European Cup/UEFA Champions League5 times (1989, 1990, 1994, 2003, 2007)
  • Serie A7 times (1988, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1999, 2004)
  • Coppa Italia1 time (2003)
  • Supercoppa Italiana5 times (1988, 1992, 1993, 1994, 2003)
  • European/UEFA Super Cup5 times (1989, 1990, 1994, 2003, 2007)
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Andrea Pirlo

Andrea Pirlo is a leading contemporary in the sport — head-to-head meetings with this athlete are among the most closely followed in the era.