Gary Speed vs Ryan Giggs
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.
Ryan Giggs
Wales · LM
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Wales
- #3 of 33
- Caps
- 64 · 12 goals
- Clubs
- Manchester United
- Honours
- Hall of Fame 2007
The epitome of a one-club man and a Premier League legend, Giggs terrorised defences from the left wing for over two decades, winning an unprecedented 13 league titles with Manchester United. Career record: 64 caps and 12 goals for Wales; club career at Manchester United; honours include Hall of Fame 2007.
The verdict
The almanac puts Ryan Giggs ahead by 4 rating points, 91 against 87.
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