Chelsea winger believes Ryan Giggs is one of the best ever

Chelsea winger Juan Mata believes Ryan Giggs is one of the best football players to ever play the beautiful game. The two players could go head-to-head on Sunday as Chelsea prepare for a much-anticipated visit to Old Trafford.  

Giggs scored United's goal on Wednesday evening during the hard-fought 1-1 draw at Benfica.

The Welshman is the most decorated player in the history of British football, and Chelsea's Mata is the latest individual to heap praise on the veteran winger.

"He showed what he's worth with his goal the other day," Mata said.

"He's actually one of the best wingers that there has been and are around right now.

"I pay more attention to him because he plays in the same position I do. He's an incredibly impressive player in his tackling, in his dribbling and in his general style."

United and Chelsea lock horns at Old Trafford on Sunday as the Red Devils look to continue their superb start to the season in the Premier League.