George Best

Immortal CAM, also CM, SS Right-footed playmakercreator

Rating

Caps

Goals

Life

1946–2005

Clubs

Manchester United, Fulham, San Jose Earthquakes

Honours

Ballon d'Or · Hall of Fame 2002

Editorial rank of 33 for Northern Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

The mercurial superstar defined an era with his dazzling dribbling, breathtaking goals, and captivating flair, a true footballing artist. Career record: 37 caps and 9 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Manchester United, Fulham, San Jose Earthquakes; honours include Ballon d'Or, Hall of Fame 2002.

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Around Best in the almanac

One rank below: Danny Blanchflower at #2.

Northern Ireland's editorial top five: George Best · Danny Blanchflower · Pat Jennings · Peter Doherty · Aaron Hughes.