Alan Hansen vs Jimmy Johnstone
Scotland against Scotland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Alan Hansen
Scotland · CB
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Scotland
- #6 of 33
- Caps
- 26 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Partick Thistle, Liverpool
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A truly elegant and commanding presence, Hansen anchored Liverpool's defense through a golden era, winning eight First Division titles and three European Cups. Career record: 26 caps and 0 goals for Scotland; club career at Partick Thistle, Liverpool; honours include Hall of Fame.
Jimmy Johnstone
Scotland · 1960s · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Scotland
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 23 · 4 goals
- Clubs
- Celtic, Sheffield United, Elgin City
A Lisbon Lion and European Cup winner in 1967, "Jinky" was a dazzling winger whose trickery tormented defenders for Celtic and Scotland. Career record: 23 caps and 4 goals for Scotland; club career at Celtic, Sheffield United, Elgin City.
The verdict
The almanac puts Jimmy Johnstone ahead by 1 rating point, 90 against 89.
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