Gareth Bale vs Ian Rush
Both Wales. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Gareth Bale
Wales · 2006–2022 · CAM
- Rank in Wales
- #1 of 33
- Caps · Wales
- 111 · 41 goals
- Clubs
- Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
A generational talent, Bale single-handedly dragged Wales to Euro 2016 and World Cup 2022, securing multiple Champions Leagues with iconic goals for Real Madrid along the way. Career record: 111 caps and 41 goals for Wales; club career at Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol.
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Ian Rush
Wales · 1980–1996 · RM
- Rank in Wales
- #4 of 33
- Caps · Wales
- 73 · 28 goals
- Clubs
- Chester City, Liverpool, Leeds United
Career record: 73 caps and 28 goals for Wales; club career at Chester City, Liverpool, Leeds United.
The careers, side by side
Gareth Bale is editorial rank 1 and Ian Rush rank 4 in Wales's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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