Gordon Banks vs Jan Oblak
England against Slovenia. 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).
Jan Oblak
Slovenia · GK
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in Slovenia
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 82 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- NK Olimpija Ljubljana, Rio Ave, Atlético Madrid
Atletico Madrid's impenetrable shot-stopper, he consistently ranks among the world's best, renowned for his reflexes and commanding presence. Career record: 82 caps and 0 goals for Slovenia; club career at NK Olimpija Ljubljana, Rio Ave, Atlético Madrid.
The verdict
The almanac puts Gordon Banks ahead by 2 rating points, 94 against 92.
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