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Ireland · 1937–1953 · RB
Nine different positions bore his name on Manchester United teamsheets, goalkeeper included, yet it was as captain that he lifted the FA Cup after the celebrated 4-2 final against Blackpool in 1948. 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 Ireland; club career at Manchester United, Shamrock Rovers, Everton.
Ireland · CM
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 Ireland; club career at Arsenal, Juventus, West Ham United; honours include Hall of Fame.
The almanac puts Liam Brady ahead by 1 rating point, 90 against 89.
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