Francisco Gento vs Ryan Giggs
Spain against Wales. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Francisco Gento
Spain · 1952–71 · LM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Spain
- #10 of 33
- Caps
- 43 · 5 goals
- Clubs
- Racing de Santander, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, SD Unión Club
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A genuine trailblazer on the left wing, Francisco Gento etched his name in history by winning an unprecedented six European Cups with the legendary Real Madrid side. Career record: 43 caps and 5 goals for Spain; club career at Racing de Santander, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, SD Unión Club; honours include Hall of Fame.
Ryan Giggs
Wales · LM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Wales
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 64 · 12 goals
- Clubs
- Manchester United
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 2007
The epitome of a one-club man and a Premier League legend, Giggs terrorised defences from the left wing for over two decades, winning an unprecedented 13 league titles with Manchester United. Career record: 64 caps and 12 goals for Wales; club career at Manchester United; honours include Hall of Fame 2007.
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 91.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.