Who was better George Best or Pele?

Pele is voted the greatest footballer of all time as George Best comes in fourth. It's an age old debate that will never be settled.

Did Pele say George Best was the best player in the world?

Russell Stoddart. Pele has always said that George Best was the greatest footballer he ever saw and played the game more like a Brazilian than a European. It is one of football's biggest disappointments that their paths never crossed when either of the legends were at their peak.

Who did Pele say about George Best?

Pele. “The great football critics said that because of his technical skills he didn't seem like a European athlete but rather like a Brazilian athlete who danced the samba with the ball at his feet. “George Best until today is a footballer without comparison and his technical skills will never be forgotten.”

Is George Best the best footballer of all time?

George Best (22 May 1946 – 25 November 2005), also known as Georgie Best, was a Northern Irish professional footballer who played as a winger, spending most of his club career at Manchester United. A highly skilful dribbler, Best is regarded as one of the best players in the history of the sport.

Who did Pele say the best ever was?

In an interview with Marca (h/t Eurosport) on his 75th birthday, the Brazil legend was asked the timeless question: Who's the best player ever? While he reserved some praise for Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona's Lionel Messi, the answer from Pele was simple. "Please forgive my lack of modesty," he said.

Does Pele prefer Messi or Ronaldo?

Pele thinks Cristiano Ronaldo is better than rival Lionel Messi - because Ronaldo is 'more consistent' than his longtime rival. Messi and Ronaldo have been inseparable since breaking onto the scene over a decade ago.

Did Pele say Messi is the best?

"I think he's the best, because he's more consistent. You can't forget about [Lionel] Messi, of course, but he's not a striker.”

Was George Best better than Messi?

As a pure footballer, George Best was everything Messi is and more. Despite playing for one of the most successful club teams in football history, with 60 recognised honours, George Best has a rather modest haul in winners' medals in comparison with Messi.

Was Gazza better than George Best?

'Gazza was brilliant, but he wasn't as good as George Best', says Willie McFaul. Former Newcastle United manager Willie McFaul has spoken of his sadness at the plight of Paul Gascoigne. Gascoigne, a former Magpies and England superstar, has struggled with alcoholism and bouts of depression since his playing days ended.

How good was George Best Really?

George Best combined elegant balance, strength on the ball, deadly finishing and the ability to slalom through defences as if the football gods exclusively afforded him superhuman skill.

Why did George Best leave United?

Distractions off the field dominated, and an increasing reliance on alcohol changed him forever. By 1974, he had fallen out with United boss Tommy Docherty and played his last game for the club after 178 goals in 466 matches. "He didn't like Tommy Docherty, he hit the self-destruct button and ran away from it all.

Was George Best his real name?

He had one of the most iconic names in football yet it turns out George Best was first called Ronald Samuel Best. The Manchester United legend's birth certificate shows that Best was named Ronald Samuel when he was born on May 22, 1946.

What did George Best say about Ronaldo?

Best was quoted by ESPN : “It was undoubtedly the most exciting debut performance I've ever seen. “There have been players who have some similarities [to me], but this lad's got more than anyone else, especially as he is genuinely two-footed.

Was Gazza a good football player?

In 2002, he was inducted to the National Football Museum, being described as "the most naturally gifted English midfielder of his generation". Fellow England midfielder Paul Ince said that Gascoigne was "the best player I've ever played with ... he had everything. He was amazing."

Why did Gascoigne leave Rangers?

Gascoigne left Rangers in March 1998 as the club chased 10-in-a-row. They were still well placed to win the league but the feeling was that the time was right for Gascoigne to move on.

Was Paul Gascoigne a world class?

There is, however, one England player from history that all fans would agree was world-class: Paul Gascoigne.

Did George Best score direct from a corner?

George Best (Manchester United v Ipswich, 1971)

Best netted direct from a corner against Ipswich in 1971, but when opposing manager Bobby Robson called it a 'fluke', he wanted to prove him wrong. In his own words: ''There was one Saturday when we played Ipswich in the league and I scored direct from a corner.

Is Diego Maradona better than Messi?

In the eyes of many, Messi is the greatest footballer of all time – above Maradona, Pele and the rest. A seven-time Ballon d'Or winner, Messi has produced countless moments of genius throughout his illustrious career with Barcelona, Argentina and Paris Saint-Germain.

Is Messi better than Ronaldo?

While Ronaldo currently has more goals overall, Messi has the edge in the scoring department, with a higher season average (39.5 to 35), having hit a high of 73 goals in 2011-12.

Was George the Best Catholic?

Liam Neeson was Catholic. George Best, perhaps the finest soccer player of his generation: Protestant.

Who is Best player of Man Utd?

1. Ryan Giggs. And a bunch of other individual honors make Ryan Giggs the most decorated footballer in England. The Manchester United fans voted him as the greatest Manchester United player ever in their Inside United magazine.