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20 / Scotland · 1964–1975

John Greig

CB anchor
Caps · Scotland
44
Goals · Scotland
3
Life
1942
Clubs
Rangers, Scottish Football League XI
#20
Editorial rank of 33 for Scotland
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The people's rank, live from duel votes

Forever a Rangers icon, Greig was a formidable competitor and inspirational leader whose fierce loyalty and commitment earned him legendary status. Career record: 44 caps and 3 goals for Scotland; club career at Rangers, Scottish Football League XI.

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Career record

1961–1978Rangers
1963–1970Scottish Football League XI
Scotland44 caps, 3 goals

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One rank above: Joe Jordan at #19.

One rank below: Paul Lambert at #21.

Scotland's editorial top five: Kenny Dalglish · Denis Law · Graeme Souness · Jim Baxter · Jimmy Johnstone.

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