Gordon Banks vs Steven Gerrard
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).
Steven Gerrard
England · 2000s · CM
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in England
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 114 · 21 goals
- Clubs
- Liverpool, LA Galaxy
- Honours
- 2× national Player of the Year (2006–2009) · 2× Hall of Fame (2021–2021)
The ultimate Anfield talisman, his inspirational leadership, box-to-box dominance, and iconic goals powered Liverpool to their dramatic 2005 Champions League triumph. Career record: 114 caps and 21 goals for England; club career at Liverpool, LA Galaxy; honours include 2× national Player of the Year (2006–2009), 2× Hall of Fame (2021–2021).
The verdict
The almanac puts Gordon Banks ahead by 2 rating points, 94 against 92.
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