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Harry Gregg vs Peter Doherty

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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Peter Doherty

Northern Ireland · 1935–1950 · CAM

Rank in Northern Ireland
#4 of 33
Caps · Ireland
16 · 3 goals
Clubs
Blackpool, Manchester City, Doncaster Rovers

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: 16 caps and 3 goals for Ireland; club career at Blackpool, Manchester City, Doncaster Rovers.

Career sourcesCareer dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q2711051
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