Gareth Bale vs Ian Rush
Wales against Wales. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Gareth Bale
Wales · 2016–22 · CAM
- Almanac rating
- 93
- Rank in Wales
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 111 · 41 goals
- Clubs
- Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
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; honours include Hall of Fame.
Ian Rush
Wales · 1980s · RM
- Almanac rating
- 90
- Rank in Wales
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 73 · 28 goals
- Clubs
- Chester City, Liverpool, Leeds United
- Honours
- 2× Hall of Fame
A legendary Liverpool striker, Ian Rush was a clinical finisher whose goals delivered multiple league titles and the 1984 European Cup. Career record: 73 caps and 28 goals for Wales; club career at Chester City, Liverpool, Leeds United; honours include 2× Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts Gareth Bale ahead by 3 rating points, 93 against 90.
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