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Harry Gregg vs Pat Jennings

Both Northern Ireland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.

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Harry Gregg

Northern Ireland · 1954–1964 · GK

Rank in Northern Ireland
#6 of 33
Caps · Northern Ireland
25 · 0 goals
Clubs
Doncaster Rovers, Manchester United, Stoke City

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.

Career sourcesCareer dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q546107
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PJ

Pat Jennings

Northern Ireland · 1964–1986 · GK

Rank in Northern Ireland
#3 of 33
Caps · Northern Ireland
119 · 0 goals
Clubs
Watford, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal

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.

Career sourcesCareer dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q311711
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