Bobby Charlton vs Kenny Dalglish
England against Scotland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Bobby Charlton
England · 1956–73 · CM
- Almanac rating
- 95
- Rank in England
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 106 · 49 goals
- Clubs
- English Schools' Football Association, Preston North End, Melbourne Victory
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or 1966 · 2× Hall of Fame (1969–1974)
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 Ballon d'Or 1966, 2× Hall of Fame (1969–1974).
Kenny Dalglish
Scotland · CM
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in Scotland
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 102 · 30 goals
- Clubs
- Celtic, Liverpool
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
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.
The verdict
The almanac puts Bobby Charlton ahead by 1 rating point, 95 against 94.
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