Aaron Hughes vs Harry Gregg
Northern Ireland against Northern Ireland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Aaron Hughes
Northern Ireland · CB
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Northern Ireland
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 112 · 1 goals
- Clubs
- Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Fulham
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A cornerstone of the Northern Ireland defence for decades, Aaron Hughes was a calm, composed, and always reliable centre-back. Career record: 112 caps and 1 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Fulham; honours include Hall of Fame.
Harry Gregg
Northern Ireland · GK
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Northern Ireland
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 25 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Doncaster Rovers, Manchester United, Stoke City
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame (1995–2019)
Harry Gregg, a true hero of the Munich air disaster, was a fearless goalkeeper whose bravery and exceptional shot-stopping earned him legendary status at Manchester United and for Northern Ireland. Career record: 25 caps and 0 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Doncaster Rovers, Manchester United, Stoke City; honours include 2× Hall of Fame (1995–2019).
The verdict
The almanac cannot separate them: both are rated 87.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.