Particularly from 84-89. Gutted when mimms was in goal 86 final. Would have won with big Nev. Younger people just remember a large above average keeper. But he was outstanding and truly world class. Can't think of any other players I'd say that...
The term 'world class' is bandied around far too readily these days, but as I just missed out on seeing Bally in a blue shirt, I'd say Big Nev is the only truly world class player I've seen at Everton. Lots of 'great' players, but in his prime...
Saw him at a dinner thing and someone asked “who was the best crosser of the ball “ and he said “stupid question it’s a cross , I either get them or not . I nearly always got them though “
Hardly spilled anything is something Southall doesnt get enough credit for. I cant remember him ever coming for a cross and dropping it. I mean he must have but i dont recall ever being at a game where he dropped anything. Hands like Velcro.
You've answered your own question there about longevity. Schmeichel was at united from 91 to 99. His peak. Mostly under fergusons best and most successful years. Kendalls team from 83/4 to 87/88 were that and it broke up due to being banned from...