Gareth Bale vs Neville Southall
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.
Neville Southall
Wales · GK
- Almanac rating
- 89
- Rank in Wales
- #5 of 33
- Caps
- 92 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- Bury, Everton, Torquay United
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 1996
Everton's commanding presence between the sticks, the larger-than-life Welshman was a cornerstone of their 80s success, including two league titles. Career record: 92 caps and 0 goals for Wales; club career at Bury, Everton, Torquay United; honours include Hall of Fame 1996.
The verdict
The almanac puts Gareth Bale ahead by 4 rating points, 93 against 89.
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