George Best

George Best is considered the greatest British footballer of all time and one of the most talented players football has ever seen. Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, he was nicknamed 'The Fifth Beatle' for his combination of football talent and personal charm, which made him a cultural icon of the 1960s-70s. With Manchester United, he won two First Division titles and the European Cup in 1968, becoming the first British player to win the Ballon d'Or.