Billy McNeill vs Jimmy Johnstone
Scotland against Scotland. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Billy McNeill
Scotland · 1960s · CB
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Scotland
- #8 of 33
- Caps
- 29 · 3 goals
- Clubs
- Celtic, Scottish Football League XI
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
Captain of the famous "Lisbon Lions," his commanding presence and leadership from centre-back guided Celtic to their unforgettable 1967 European Cup triumph. Career record: 29 caps and 3 goals for Scotland; club career at Celtic, Scottish Football League XI; 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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