Bobby Charlton vs Jimmy Greaves
Both England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Bobby Charlton
England · 1958–1970 · CM
- Rank in England
- #1 of 33
- Caps · England
- 106 · 49 goals
- Clubs
- English Schools' Football Association, Preston North End, Melbourne Victory
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 1966 · 1× Ballon d'Or
A true footballing icon, the Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup champion’s thunderous long-range strikes and humble leadership defined an era for Manchester United and England. Career record: 106 caps and 49 goals for England; club career at English Schools' Football Association, Preston North End, Melbourne Victory; honours include 1× Ballon d'Or, FIFA World Cup 1966.
Jimmy Greaves
England · 1959–1967 · ST
- Rank in England
- #10 of 33
- Caps · England
- 57 · 44 goals
- Clubs
- Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 1966
One of England's most prolific goalscorers, his incredible instinct in front of goal led him to record-breaking feats for Tottenham and Chelsea. Career record: 57 caps and 44 goals for England; club career at Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United; honours include FIFA World Cup 1966.
The careers, side by side
Bobby Charlton is editorial rank 1 and Jimmy Greaves rank 10 in England's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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