Gary Speed vs John Charles
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.
John Charles
Wales · CB
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Wales
- #2 of 33
- Caps
- 38 · 15 goals
- Clubs
- Leeds United, Hereford United, Merthyr Tydfil
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
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; honours include Hall of Fame.
The verdict
The almanac puts John Charles ahead by 4 rating points, 91 against 87.
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