George Best vs Martin O’Neill
Northern Ireland against Northern Ireland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
George Best
Northern Ireland · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 95
- Rank in Northern Ireland
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 37 · 9 goals
- Clubs
- Manchester United, Fulham, San Jose Earthquakes
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or · Hall of Fame 2002
The mercurial superstar defined an era with his dazzling dribbling, breathtaking goals, and captivating flair, a true footballing artist. Career record: 37 caps and 9 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Manchester United, Fulham, San Jose Earthquakes; honours include Ballon d'Or, Hall of Fame 2002.
Martin O’Neill
Northern Ireland · CM
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Northern Ireland
- #9 of 33
- Caps
- 64 · 8 goals
- Clubs
- Nottingham Forest, Manchester City, Notts County
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A tough-tackling, tenacious midfielder, he was a key part of Brian Clough's all-conquering Nottingham Forest side, winning two European Cups. Career record: 64 caps and 8 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Nottingham Forest, Manchester City, Notts County; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts George Best ahead by 8 rating points, 95 against 87.
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