Greatest Soccer Players of All Time
George Best or Pelé
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Why This Battle Matters
Can the illustrious charm of Belfast's prodigy, George Best, sway hearts against the celestial might of Brazil’s king, Pelé? As these icons of soccer square off in GoatWars, it's not just about the mesmerizing dribbles or the record-breaking goals; it's a dance of legacy versus universality. Best, with his rockstar persona off the pitch and magical antics on, brought flair to every touch. Pelé, meanwhile, transcended sports, becoming a global ambassador. This battle is about what resonates more with fans: the magnetic allure of a turbulent genius or the consistent brilliance of a worldwide hero. Which legacy captures the imagination of today’s game lovers?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Pelé over George Best when it comes to the greatest Soccer Players of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Pelé 88.2% of the time over George Best.
Across all battles:
Pelé win rate: 75.3%
George Best win rate: 24.4%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Soccer Players of All Time league?
No surprises here—Pelé holds the top spot in the Greatest Soccer Players of All Time league. You can check out how he stacks up against other legends on the GOAT List.
What makes George Best so beloved by fans, despite trailing far behind in this matchup?
George Best is cherished for his dazzling skill and charismatic lifestyle off the pitch. Known as the 'fifth Beatle', his flair and aura continue to endear him to fans who admire not just his football wizardry but his superstar persona.
Why is Pelé winning by such a large margin against George Best in the Greatest Soccer Players of All Time league?
Pelé is absolutely steamrolling in this matchup, and it's mostly because his legendary status is pretty much untouchable. With three World Cup titles and over a thousand career goals, fans see him not just as a phenomenal player, but as a symbol of soccer at its finest.