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Bobby Charlton vs George Best
Which player? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Bobby Charlton England · 1937–2023 57% · #21 in the world
- George Best Northern Ireland · 1946–2005 43% · #42 in the world
What the votes say
The world picks Bobby Charlton over George Best, 57% to 43%. Bobby Charlton is #21 of the 400 footballers in the world ranking, and #2 of the 48 from England. George Best is #42.
Side by side
| Bobby Charlton | George Best | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #21 | #42 |
| Country | England | Northern Ireland |
| Born | 1937 | 1946 |
| Ballon d'Or | 1 | 1 |