Gary Speed vs Ian Rush
Wales against Wales. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Gary Speed
Wales · CDM
- Almanac rating
- 87
- Rank in Wales
- #8 of 33
- Caps
- 85 · 7 goals
- Clubs
- Leeds United, Newcastle United, Bolton Wanderers
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 2010
The iconic captain who led Wales with distinction for years, Speed was a tirelessly energetic midfielder for Leeds, Newcastle, Everton, and Bolton. Career record: 85 caps and 7 goals for Wales; club career at Leeds United, Newcastle United, Bolton Wanderers; honours include Hall of Fame 2010.
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 Ian Rush ahead by 3 rating points, 90 against 87.
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