Johnny Carey vs Liam Brady
Both Ireland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Johnny Carey
Ireland · 1937–1953 · RB
- Rank in Ireland
- #3 of 33
- Caps · Republic of Ireland
- 29 · 3 goals
- Clubs
- Manchester United, Shamrock Rovers, Everton
The First Division title of 1952 followed, along with the 1949 Footballer of the Year award and the honour of captaining the Rest of Europe XI at Hampden in 1947. Career record: 29 caps and 3 goals for Republic of Ireland; club career at Manchester United, Shamrock Rovers, Everton.
Liam Brady
Ireland · 1974–1990 · CM
- Rank in Ireland
- #2 of 33
- Caps · Republic of Ireland
- 72 · 9 goals
- Clubs
- Arsenal, Juventus, West Ham United
The elegant Irish playmaker graced Arsenal and Juventus with his sublime passing range, making him one of the most technically gifted midfielders of his generation. Career record: 72 caps and 9 goals for Republic of Ireland; club career at Arsenal, Juventus, West Ham United.
The careers, side by side
Johnny Carey is editorial rank 3 and Liam Brady rank 2 in Ireland's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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