Gary Speed vs Neville Southall
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.
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 Neville Southall ahead by 2 rating points, 89 against 87.
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