Frank Lampard vs Gordon Banks
England against England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Frank Lampard
England · 1995–2016 · CM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in England
- #8 of 33
- Caps
- 106 · 29 goals
- Clubs
- West Ham United, Chelsea, Manchester City
- Honours
- national Player of the Year 2005 · 2× Hall of Fame (2021–2021)
Chelsea's record scorer, this midfield dynamo famously notched over 200 goals for the Blues, dictating games with intelligence and a tireless engine. Career record: 106 caps and 29 goals for England; club career at West Ham United, Chelsea, Manchester City; honours include national Player of the Year 2005, 2× Hall of Fame (2021–2021).
Gordon Banks
England · 1970s · GK
- Almanac rating
- 94
- Rank in England
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 73 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Leicester City, Stoke City, Fort Lauderdale Strikers
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame (2002–2002)
The legendary World Cup winner made one of the most iconic saves in history against Pelé in 1970, forever cementing his place as one of football's greatest goalkeepers. Career record: 73 caps and 0 goals for England; club career at Leicester City, Stoke City, Fort Lauderdale Strikers; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (2002–2002).
The verdict
The almanac puts Gordon Banks ahead by 3 rating points, 94 against 91.
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