King Kenny, a true footballing monarch, dazzled defenses with his sublime close control and visionary passing, leading Liverpool to unparalleled glory. Career record: 102 caps and 30 goals for Scotland; club career at Celtic, Liverpool; honours include Hall of Fame.
One rank below: Denis Law at #2.
Scotland's editorial top five: Kenny Dalglish · Denis Law · Graeme Souness · Jim Baxter · Jimmy Johnstone.