How many caps did Terry Neill win for Northern Ireland?

Terry Neill won 59 caps for Northern Ireland, scoring 2 goals.

Which clubs did Terry Neill play for?

Bangor City (1958–1959), Arsenal (1959–1970), Hull City A.F.C. (1970–1973).

Where does Terry Neill rank among Northern Ireland's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Terry Neill #29 of Northern Ireland's 33 greatest players of all time.

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29 / Northern Ireland · 1961–1973

Terry Neill

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Caps · Northern Ireland

Goals · Northern Ireland

Life

1942–2022

Clubs

Bangor City, Arsenal, Hull City A.F.C.

#29

Editorial rank of 33 for Northern Ireland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

An old-school northern Irish centre-back, he marshalled Arsenal's defence to FA Cup glory in 1979 before famously managing the Gunners to further success. Career record: 59 caps and 2 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Bangor City, Arsenal, Hull City A.F.C..

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Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
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Career record

1958–1959	Bangor City
1959–1970	Arsenal
1970–1973	Hull City A.F.C.
Northern Ireland	59 caps, 2 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Northern Ireland checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Northern Ireland checked 4 October 2026

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Around Neill in the almanac

One rank above: Maik Taylor at #28.

One rank below: David McCreery at #30.

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

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