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'I feared Greaves more than Best or Cruyff' - Former Arsenal goalkeeper Wilson recalls battles with Spurs great

The Tottenham star posed more problems than the likes of two legendary figured, the ex-Gunners star says

Despite seeking to keep a selection of football's all-time greats at bay during a decorated career as Arsenal goalkeeper, Bob Wilson has no doubts over the most troublesome opponent he faced.

Jimmy Greaves remains English football's most prolific top-flight goalscorer, thanks to 357 First Division strikes in 516 First Division games.

Tottenham's all-time record scorer with 266 goals in 379 appearances, the 80-year-old Greaves returned home from hospital on Wednesday after being taken ill last week.

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His heroics in north London frequently put Wilson in his crosshairs and the former Scotland international told Stats Perform he retains haunted memories of a master craftsman.