33·Legends

Johnny Giles vs Tony Dunne

Ireland against Ireland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.

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Johnny Giles

Ireland · CM

Almanac rating
87
Rank in Ireland
#10 of 33
Caps
59 · 5 goals
Clubs
Manchester United, Leeds United, West Bromwich Albion
Honours
Hall of Fame

A true Leeds United legend, his intelligent passing and midfield generalship were central to their dominant side of the late 60s and early 70s, winning the First Division title and FA Cup. Career record: 59 caps and 5 goals for Ireland; club career at Manchester United, Leeds United, West Bromwich Albion; honours include Hall of Fame.

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Tony Dunne

Ireland · 1958–1979 · LB

Almanac rating
88
Rank in Ireland
#7 of 33
Caps
33 · 0 goals
Clubs
Shelbourne, Manchester United, Bolton Wanderers

Only Bobby Charlton and Bill Foulkes had played more games for Manchester United when he left in 1973, and on the night Benfica were beaten 4-1 at Wembley in 1968 he was there at left-back, quick, quiet, immaculate. The European Cup crowns honours that also hold the 1963 FA Cup and the league championships of 1965 and 1967. Career record: 33 caps and 0 goals for Ireland; club career at Shelbourne, Manchester United, Bolton Wanderers.

The verdict

The almanac puts Tony Dunne ahead by 1 rating point, 88 against 87.

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