Jimmy Greaves vs Wayne Rooney
England against England. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
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.
Wayne Rooney
England · 2002–18 · SS
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in England
- #7 of 33
- Caps
- 120 · 53 goals
- Clubs
- Everton, Manchester United, D.C. United
- Honours
- 2× national Player of the Year (2010–2010) · Hall of Fame 2022
England and Manchester United's all-time leading scorer, his ferocious shot and all-around attacking prowess made him a truly complete forward. Career record: 120 caps and 53 goals for England; club career at Everton, Manchester United, D.C. United; honours include 2× national Player of the Year (2010–2010), Hall of Fame 2022.
The verdict
The almanac puts Wayne Rooney ahead by 1 rating point, 92 against 91.
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