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Paul Scholes
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England

Paul Scholes

Legend CM, also CDM, CAM Right-footed creator
Rating
91
Caps
66
Goals
14
Life
1974
Clubs
Manchester United
Honours
2× Hall of Fame (2022–2022)
#11
Editorial rank of 33 for England
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The people's rank, live from duel votes

The quiet heartbeat of Manchester United's midfield, his sublime passing range and extraordinary vision orchestrated countless attacks under Sir Alex Ferguson. Career record: 66 caps and 14 goals for England; club career at Manchester United; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (2022–2022).

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Career record

1993–2013Manchester United
England66 caps, 14 goals

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Around Scholes in the almanac

One rank above: Jimmy Greaves at #10.

One rank below: Tom Finney at #12.

England's editorial top five: Bobby Charlton · Bobby Moore · Gordon Banks · Harry Kane · Stanley Matthews.