
"Captain Marvel" epitomised the all-action midfielder, a tireless engine combining fierce tackling with a crucial eye for goal for Manchester United and England. Career record: 90 caps and 26 goals for England; club career at West Bromwich Albion, Manchester United, Middlesbrough; honours include Hall of Fame.
One rank above: Ashley Cole at #16.
One rank below: Duncan Edwards at #18.
England's editorial top five: Bobby Charlton · Bobby Moore · Gordon Banks · Harry Kane · Stanley Matthews.