George Best vs Denis Law
Northern Ireland against Scotland. 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.
Denis Law
Scotland · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Scotland
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 55 · 30 goals
- Clubs
- Manchester City, Torino, Manchester United
- Honours
- Ballon d'Or · Hall of Fame
"The King" was a clinical and elegant striker, renowned for his incredible goalscoring prowess and audacious flair for both Manchester United and Scotland. Career record: 55 caps and 30 goals for Scotland; club career at Manchester City, Torino, Manchester United; honours include Ballon d'Or, Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts George Best ahead by 2 rating points, 95 against 93.
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