George Best vs Pat Jennings
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.
Pat Jennings
Northern Ireland · GK
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Northern Ireland
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 119 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Watford, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
Pat Jennings was an Old-Trafford stopper, a legend for Tottenham and Arsenal, renowned for his incredible shot-stopping and longevity, playing in two World Cups for Northern Ireland. Career record: 119 caps and 0 goals for Northern Ireland; club career at Watford, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts George Best ahead by 5 rating points, 95 against 90.
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