George Best vs Peter Doherty
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.
Peter Doherty
Northern Ireland · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Northern Ireland
- #4 of 33
- Clubs
- Blackpool, Manchester City, Doncaster Rovers
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A Scottish Cup winner with Hibernian, his prolific goalscoring and creative spark from attacking midfield made him a true legend of the game. Career record: club career at Blackpool, Manchester City, Doncaster Rovers; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts George Best ahead by 6 rating points, 95 against 89.
Fans have not settled this one yet. Cast the first vote in the duels.