Gordon Banks vs Jimmy Greaves
England against England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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).
Jimmy Greaves
England · 1957–71 · ST
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in England
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 57 · 44 goals
- Clubs
- Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
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 Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Gordon Banks ahead by 3 rating points, 94 against 91.
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