Gareth Bale vs John Charles
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.
John Charles
Wales · 1950–1965 · CB
- Rank in Wales
- #2 of 33
- Caps · Wales
- 38 · 15 goals
- Clubs
- Leeds United, Hereford United, Merthyr Tydfil
Blessed with immense versatility, the "Gentle Giant" was a world-class inside-forward for Juventus, but equally dominant as a centre-back for Wales and Leeds. Career record: 38 caps and 15 goals for Wales; club career at Leeds United, Hereford United, Merthyr Tydfil.
The careers, side by side
Gareth Bale is editorial rank 1 and John Charles rank 2 in Wales's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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