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| Scunthorpe United (263). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Dundee, Tottenham Hotspur (222), Northampton Town (17). The 1966 A&BC card notes 'Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper. Nicknamed "The Cat", Bill has won many honours with Tottenham, but has shared the goalkeeping dutires with Pat Jennings over the past few seasons. Played in the two consecutive F.A. Cup Finals won by Tottenham (1961-62) and also kept for them in the 1963 European Cup Winner's Cup Final, which they won be defeating Atletico Madrid 5-1 at Rotterdam. Height 6" 1'. Wt. 11st. 9lbs. |
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| Nottingham Forest (236), Huddersfield Town (68), Bristol
City (66), Mansfield Town (104). Born in Glasgow on 28th August 1935, he
joined Huddersfield Town from Nottingham Forest on 2nd February 1965 and
made his debut four days later in a 2-1 home win over Swindon Town (Div
2). Playing at inside left he then made 15 straight appearances up
to the end of the season scoring three goals. The following season
he missed only one League fixture as Town finished 4th, often providing
a supply line for strikers Allan Gilliver and Tony Leighton, but with
age creeping up on him was then transferred to Bristol City on 27th October
1966. His Huddersfield Town club totals stood at 70 appearances (plus
one as sub) in League, F.A. Cup and League Cup during which he scored six
goals. The 1966/67 A&BC card notes: "Huddersfield Town inside left. Formerly with Nottingham Forest, John has a flair for creating goals rather than scoring them, but was a valuable member of the Huddersfield forward line in 1965-66, when he established himself in the first team. Height 5' 6". Weight 10st. 10lbs.". |
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| Tottenham Hotspur (21), Millwall (121), Chelsea (38), Leicester
City (262). The FKS 1970/71 album notes: "Was a £100,000 signing from Millwall in the close season. Once a winger he has emerged as a more central striker at the Den. Was once with Tottenham Hotspur, first as an amateur then from January 1964 as a professional. Ht. 5ft. 10in. Wt. 12.1.". |
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| Blackpool (28), Liverpool (474), Wolverhampton Wanderers,
Rotherham United, Hull City, Mansfield Town, Swansea City. Died after long
period of illness with brain tumour. The 1968/69 FKS album notes:"Lanky defender with a biting tackle who cost the club £60,000 February 1967 from Blackpool. Has been used in a more midfield role on occasions. England Under-23 international from Barrow-in-Furness. |
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| Scunthorpe United (39). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Partick Thistle, Bury (45), Crystal Palace (37), Reading (104). |
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| Huddersfield Town (148), Sheffield Wednesday (105), Lincoln City (23), Barrow (74). Manager of Grimsby Town July 1967 to January 1968. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Middlesbrough (213), Sunderland (61). Managerial success
with Derby County and Nottingham Forest including two First Division titles. The 1978/79 Sun Soccercard notes: "Clough the manager is well-known. Clough the player was also something special. serious knee injury ended a goalscoring record that could have beaten all the records. From the 55-56 season till the 64-65 term he scored 251 in 274 League games - an amazing average. Then came his injury and missing the 63-64 season, he made a brave comeback in 64-65 and had scored one goal in three games when he retired. Played two games for England.". |
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| Hearts, Charlton Athletic (213), Peterborough United (118),
Dunfermline. The My Favourite Soccer Stars card presented with the Smash comic in 1969 notes: "A very experienced goalie. A Scot, he started with the Hearts with whom he gained Scottish League honours. He then spent some seasons with Charlton Athletic and became very popular for his skilful work between the sticks. Now he is doing good service with Dunfermline.". |
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| Burnley (67), Notts County (122), Darlington (21), Rochdale. The FKS 1970/71 album notes: "A South Elmsall schools product he became an apprentice in August 1967 and made his league debut at age 16 in November 1968 against Arsenal. Turned professional in February 1969. Either midfield or attack. Ht. 5ft. 7½in. Wt. 10.9½.". |
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| Newport County (173), Portsmouth (377). The FKS 1970/71 album notes: "Long-serving Portsmouth half-back who cost the club £10,000 in July 1958 when he was a goalscoring inside forward with Newport County. Made his League debut in 1954-55. Has completed over 500 League appearances. Ht. 5ft 9¼in. Wt. 12.3.". |
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| Derby County (171), Aston Villa (144). Career ended at
age 28 due to MS. The 1969/70 FKS album notes: "A north-east product originally, he did not link up with the club as a full-time professional until October 1967 but after progressing through the 'A' team and Central League made his debut and is now a regular full-back. Ht. 5ft 7½in. Wt. 9.7½.". |
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| Oldham Athletic (3), Bolton Wanderers (519). |
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| Middlesbrough (135), Oldham Athletic (190). The 1978/79 Sun Soccercard states: "Cool fullback who had the honour of being England's' captain in the first 13 matches after World War 2. George also skippered G. Britain v. the Rest of Europe at Hampden Park on 10th May, 1947. His only League club had been Middlesbrough until he moved to Oldham in 1950 as player-manager. Altogether in his League career, he played 333 League games and scored 20 goals.". |
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| Northampton Town (168), Middlesbrough (21), Darlington (103). | |
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| Leeds United (308), Juventus, Roma, Cardiff City (66). The 1978/79 Sun Soccercard states: "The Italians called him 'Il Buon Gigante' in English it is 'The Gentle Giant'. John could play as a striker or as a centre back. Began with Leeds and in five seasons netted 147 League goals including a club record of 42 in 1953-54. Moved to Juventus for a then record £55,000 in April, 1957, back to Leeds in August, 1962 for £53,000. Back to Roma for nine months before settling in Britain." |
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| Bournemouth (24), Stockport County (52), Carlisle United (78), Exeter City (11), Barnsley (170). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Huddersfield Town (214), Bradford Park Avenue (9). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Huddersfield Town (28), Oldham Athletic (43), Rochdale (21). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Swansea City (1). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Rochdale (20), Wigan Athletic (10). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Sheffield Wednesday (498). Made his England debut in the
same side as his cousin Jack in 1952, going on to make four senior appearances
at the international level, scoring two goals. The Rothmans Football League Players Records book (Rothmans 1981) notes 'Cousin of the ebullient Jack Froggatt, also having a father who was a pre-war Sheffield Wednesday star to boot. Tall, blond, with great constructive ability, specialising in the crossfield pass, was the driving force behind the Owls for over fifteen seasons. As a regular member of the side must have felt like a yo-yo, being either promoted or relegated from first to second division seven times in all after the war. In that period won three second division mdeals.' |
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| Cardiff City (100), Newport County (32), Sheffield United
(210), Swansea City (2). Died following a long period of illness. The Top Sellers Football 73 card notes: "Small, quick winger, who was formerly with Newport. Has now chalked up over a double century of games for Sheffield. Has deceptively hard shot for his size, a mere 5ft. 6½in.". |
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| Notts County (347). Defender who signed for Notts County from Scottish junior league club Auchenleck Talbot in 1959. Notts County player of the year for the 1966/67 season. He played for Notts County for ten years until the end of the 1969 season, then played for Boston United for two seasons before retiring from football. |
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| Everton (86), Blackburn Rovers (37), Swansea City (68),
Derby County (105), Orient (11). The Barratt A13 card notes 'Eddie may not rate in the star category, but there are few more consistent performers - or goalscorers - in the Football League. He was a regular scorer with Everton, Blackburn and Swansea in turn, and kept up the good work after moving to Derby in August, 1964. He finished that season as top marksman for his club, who made a bold show in the promotion fight'. |
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| West Ham United (1), Reading (471). Died after a long battle against cancer. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Barnsley (265), Blackpool (38), Middlesbrough (165), Colchester
United (49). Died at his home in Higham, near Barnsley, following a short
illness. The 1966/67 A&BC card states: "Colchester United outside right. Although primarily a winger, Arthur is a versatile performer and appeared in several positions when with Middlesbrough before joining Colchester. He has also been with Barnsley and Blackpool, and gained Under 23 honours for England. Height 5' 4". Weight 9st. 10lbs.". |
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| Hibernian, Torino, Arsenal (144), Nottingham Forest (117),
Sunderland (40). Suffered a heart attack during a charity golf tournament. The 1969/70 FKS album notes: "Fast moving spearhead whose moves between Hibernian, Torino, Arsenal and Forest have topped £200,000 in transfer fees. Under-23 and eight full caps for England though reared in Scotland. Hard hit by injuries. Ht. 5ft. 8in. Wt. 11.8.8". |
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| West Ham United (14), Cardiff City (77). The 1973/74 A&BC card states: "Hard tackling fullback who is the younger brother of former West Ham fullback John Charles. Clive Charles made his debut in the 1971-72 season. Clive needs more experience to claim a regular place in West Ham's excellent defence.". |
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| Charlton Athletic (3), Exeter City (55), Lincoln City (161), Mansfield Town (7), Port Vale (20), Colchester United (108). Successful career in management, including the Premiership title in 1995 with Kenny Dalglish with Blackburn Rovers. Died following a lengthy battle against cancer. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Halifax Town (133), Q.P.R. (18), Northampton Town (219),
Swindon Town (17), Carlisle United (51), Oldham Athletic (35), Leicester
City (26), Fulham (24), Chesterfield (46). The 1968/69 A&BC card notes: "A closed season transfer from Leicester City. Large was signed as part of the exchange deal for Allan Clarke. Previously with Northampton Town, Halifax, Queens Park Rangers, Carlisle United and Oldham Athletic, he provided the drive for Leicester's forward line last season.". |
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| Birmingham City (364), Walsall (11). Played in the Birmingham City team which won the League Cup in 1963 with victory against Aston Villa. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Bury (178), Oldham Athletic (142), Burnley (84). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Raith Rovers, Aberdeen, St. Mirren, Bury (10). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Bolton Wanderers (270), Blackpool (128), Bury (146). Won F.A.Cup Winners medal with Bolton in 1958. |
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| Chesterfield, York City (245), Blackpool (69), Carlisle United. Died due to long-standing heart troubles. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Carlisle United (3), Hartlepool United (51). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Chelsea, Hearts, Oldham Athletic (27), Raith Rovers. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Orient (34), Peterborough United (14). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Swansea City (359), Hereford United (48). Died after a short battle with cancer. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Ipswich Town (18), Hull City (153). Ipswich Town joint
assistant manager. Returned to Ipswich Town as George Burley's assistant
in 1995, having also been with Burley at Ayr and Colchester. Died peacefully
in his sleep at home after a year-long battle against cancer. The FKS 1977/78 album notes: "Newcastle born centre-half who has made a number of appearances when deputising for other senior players. Introduced against Birmingham City in December 1974 and has been capped by England as a youth international. Ht. 5ft. 8in. Wt. 10.5.". |
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| Bury (1), Darlington (138), Southend United (110), Stockport County (54). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Chesterfield (53), Notts County (50). His son, John Beresford, played for Newcastle United, Southampton and Birmingham City in the period 1993 to 2000 but is now retired. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Southport (26). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Leeds United (95), Blackburn Rovers (51), Wolverhampton Wanderers (83), Nottingham Forest (74), Bristol City (67), Walsall (13). |
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| Blackburn Rovers (15), Lincoln City (13), Workington (197), Rochdale (31). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Scunthorpe United (16), Doncaster Rovers (18), Southend United (91), Port Vale (24), Gillingham (73). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Glasgow Rangers, Crewe Alexandra (73). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| York City (153), Cambridge United (56). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
| 2002 | |
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| Nottingham Forest (32), Plymouth Argyle (148). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Sunderland (115), Derby County, Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Died of motor neurone disease. The FKS Soccer 82 album notes: "Defender. Highly promising young central defender. Made debut in 1979-1980 season and has already made a name for himself with some topclass performances. Born Stannington. Ht. 6. 1½. Wt. 13.4." |
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| Manchester City (127), Bolton Wanderers (44), Leeds United (11), Brentford (75), Q.P.R. (33), Barrow (53). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Cambridge United, Chelsea (112). Forward who started his
career with non-league Burton Albion before signing for Cambridge United.
Signed for Chelsea in July 1968 for only £5,000. Won F.A. Cup winners medal
in 1969/70, though his career was limited by a number of severe injuries. The FKS 1969/70 album notes: "The successful discovery of 1968-69. Signed from Cambridge United in July 1968 and made senior debut in October. Rapidly progressed into lanky, tenacious spearhead. Was once with Burton Albion. Born Derby. Ht. 6ft. Wt. 12.0.". |
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| Nottingham Forest (611). Member of 1959 F.A. Cup winning
side. Holds the record for the number of appearance for Forest. The FKS 1968/69 album notes: "Leggy pivot who is steady and reliable - so much so that he has set up a record number of club appearances since turning professional in October 1949 and making his debut v Coventry in October 1951. A Scot from Lochgelly.". |
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| West Ham United (119). The FKS 1969/70 album notes: "Terrier-like full-back who once captained the club's successful F. A. Youth Cup team in 1963. Was an 18 year old when he made his first League appearance against Blackburn Rovers in May 1963. England youth cap. Ht. 5ft. 7in. Wt. 11.5.". |
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| Darlington (12), Manchester United (177), Huddersfield Town (207), Bradford City (32), Barnsley (29). Played in the Man. Utd.1955/56 and 1956/57 championship winning teams. Survived the Munich air crash though with injuries. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Bradford Park Avenue (3), York City (57), Bournemouth (60), Southend United (36), Rochdale (133), Chester City (5), Stockport County (14). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Luton Town (495). |
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| Accrington Stanley (25), Aston Villa (281), Birmingham City (130). Won the F.A. Cup with Aston Villa in 1957. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Celtic, Sheffield Wednesday (46). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Bolton Wanderers (135), Chesterfield (5), Bury (68), Chester City (128). Death caused by self-inflicted injuries while suffering from depression. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Hartlepool United (141), Halifax Town. Died of lymph node cancer while first-team coach at Bury. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Burnley (14), Blackpool, Chester City, Tranmere Rovers. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Notts County (103), West Bromwich Albion (290). The Coroner
ruled that Astle died from a degenerative brain disease caused by heading
heavy leather footballs. The Barratt A14 card notes: "Was a surprise signing from Notts County for £25,000, but now worth twice as much after proving he can score goals regularly in the First Division. A skilful, all-round player who is particularly dangerous in the air - and rated 'one of the finest headers of a ball in the game' by West Bromwich manager Jimmy Hagan.". |
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| Colchester United (246), West Ham United (142), Coventry City (37). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Mansfield Town (74), Colchester United (324). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Huddersfield Town (152), Wolverhampton Wanderers (19),
Crewe Alexandra (5), Bradford City (31). The FKS 1970/71 album notes: "Also secured from Huddersfield last season for £25,000. This goalkeeper was a product of Sheffield junior football, linking up at Leeds Road in 1961. Impressed for them v. Wolves in a 1967-68 League Cup match. Ht. 6ft. Wt. 11.2.". |
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| Newport County (462). |
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| Preston North End (314), Stockport County (78). The Barratt A15 card notes 'This stylish Scot is now one of Preston's longest-serving professionals, joining them in 1955 after winning a fine reputation with Arbroath boys team and having a short spell on the ground staff of Scottish First Division club Dundee. Was originally a wing-half and made his League debut for Preston in that position in 1958-59, but subsequently switched to full-back. Almost a six-footer'. |
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| Bradford Park Avenue (28). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| West Ham United (12), Southend United (166), Charlton Athletic
(2), Gillingham (99). The My Favourite Soccer Stars card, given away with the Tiger comic in 1969 notes: "Speedy, goal-hunting winger who came to the fore in 1957 as England schoolboy star. He joined West Ham and remained until 1962 when he moved to Southend United. Later he had a short spell at Charlton; returned to Southend and then to Gillingham in 1968. London-born and stands 5ft. 7in.". |
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| Notts County (228). The FKS Soccer 82 album notes: "Defender. Has produced a string of outstanding performances since switching from full-back to sweeper. is partnership with young Brian Kilcline will not be easy to prise open - even in Division One. Born London. Ht. 5.8. Wt. 12.8." |
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| Q.P.R. (1), Cambridge United (57). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Bury (71), Derby County (36), Nottingham Forest (184), Luton Town (8), Coventry City (73), Crystal Palace (51). Played in the 1958 World Cup with Scotland. His son, Gary, has written a book about his father's career 'My father and Other Working-Class Football Heroes' (2005). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Coventry City (110), Chelsea (135), Derby County (225).
Won 5 England International caps while still a 3rd division player. The 1966/67 A&BC card notes: "Derby County goalkeeper. Derby's only ever-present player last season. Reg was transferred to the County in the 1961-62 season, and has commanded a place in the first team ever since. A very safe handler of the ball, he was previously with Coventry and Chelsea. Height 5' 10". Weight 12st. 1lb.". |
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| Glasgow Rangers, Everton (149), Hibernian, Falkirk. Won
an English league championship medal in 1963 and an FA Cup winners medal
in 1966 with Everton. The 1966/67 A&BC card notes: "Everton inside right. The favourite of Goodison Park, Alex has the ability to dribble through a defence and win a game single-handed. Joined Everton in preference to Tottenham for £45,000 from Glasgow Rangers in February, 1963. Capped 16 times for Scotland, he gained a Cup-winner's medal with Everton last season. Height 5' 9". Weight 11st. 7lbs. |
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| Celtic (384), Chelsea (32), Newport County (31), Greenock Morton (31), Third Lanark (7), Raith Rovers (78). The Rothmans Football League Players Records book (Rothmans 1981) notes 'Wherever the fray was at its thickest red haired Bobby Evans, although only 5½ ft high, would be found deep in the heart of battle. Really made his name long before coming to England nearing the end of his brilliant career. Played for Scotland on 48 full international appearances starting in 1949... Although his best position was wing half for Celtic, in 1957, when George Young retired, the national side converted Bobby to the centre of defence. Coming to Chelsea in 1960 was not very successful and after a season he moved on as played manager to Newport County'. |
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| Everton, Bradford City (120), Carlisle United (77), Swindon
Town (237), Birmingham City (38). Was captain of the 3rd Division Swindon
Town team which beat Arsenal 3-1 to win the League Cup in 1968/69 season.
Later a manager at Yeovil Town, Portsmouth and Gravesend & Northfleet.
Died unexpectedly at his home in Somerset from a heart attack. The Top Sellers Football 73 card states: "Former Swindon captain who played in the 1969 League Cup Final. Joined Birmingham last season for moderate fee and quickly made his presence felt in defence. Now skippers the side at St. Andrews.". |
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| Coventry City (160), Luton Town (207), Plymouth Argyle
(6), Manchester United (44), Aston Villa. Played for Manchester United in
the F.A. Cup Final win in 1990 and the Cup Winners Cup Final in 1991. Died
of a heart attack. The FKS Soccer 82 album notes: "Goalkeeper. Big, strong, commanding keeper who came through the club's youth scheme. Capped by England at Under-21 level. Born Bethnal Green. Ht. 6.1. Wt. 11.6½.". |
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| Arsenal (32). Scored the winning goal in a UEFA Cup semi-final
victory against Juventus in Italy in 1980 as an 18 year old, but his football
career was very short. Reportedly lived his short life as a heroin addict. The FKS Soccer 82 album notes: "Striker. Talented youngster who so far has had limited opportunities in the first but could make a big impression this season. Born Bermondsey.". |
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| Port Vale (123), W.B.A. (415), Crystal Palace (100). West
Brom playing legend who later managed Wolves and West Brom. The Rothmans Football League Players Records (Rothmans 1981) book notes 'Taken to the Hawthorns from Port Vale for a fee of £18,000 in March 1950 after playing for the Potteries team since his seventeenth birthday in January 1946. Was predominantly an outside right, but although slight and only 5' 8" was converted successfully to centre forward. Struck up great partnerships, first with Johnny Nicholls and then with Derek Kevan, scoring every one game out of two. Played for England in 1952 as well as collecting a Cup winners medal along with other honours. Beautiful ball player who loved to work behind his own lines, creating chances for others'. |
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| Blackpool (11), Crewe Alexandra (86). Died in Tung Shin hospital, Kuala Lumpur, where he was taken after a deep vein thrombosis during a stopover on his way to Sydney (many thanks to his brother-in-law for providing this information). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Portsmouth (445), Birmingham City (96). Helped Portsmouth to win the third division championship in 1962. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Celtic, Middlesbrough (95). One of Celtic's greatest ever
players. The FKS 1970/71 album notes: "Scotland's Player of the Year the season before last this sturdy midfield player came from Cambuslang Rangers in 1961 and has since won Scottish League, Under-23 and 12 full caps for his country. First cap 1965-66. Ht. 5ft. 9in. Wt. 12.0.". |
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| Newcastle United, Halifax Town (367), Barnsley (43). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Raith Rovers, Rangers, Nottingham Forest (87), Sunderland
(48). The 1968/69 FKS album notes: "Brilliant if unorthodox schemer who joined Forest in December last for £100,000. Started with Raith Rovers and cost Rangers £17,000 in June 1960 then moved to Sunderland. Thirty-four Scottish caps and Under-23 honours.". |
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| Manchester United (65), Swansea Town (157), Newport County (31). |  |
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| Blackpool, Brentford (95), Fulham (1), Notts County (11),
Lincoln City (3). The IPC My Favourite Soccer Stars card presented with the Smash comic notes: "Dashing little winger with a flair for goal getting. A native of Liverpool, he signed for Brentford as an unknown junior in 1967 and is now one of the most eagerly wanted wingers by the big clubs. He was top scorer for Brentford last season with 14 goals in 41 games.". |
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| Chesterfield (2). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Arsenal, Northampton (58). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Wrexham (20). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Grimsby Town (75), Luton Town (2), Aldershot Town (20). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
| 2000 | |
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| Arsenal (500), Leicester City (15), Stockport
County (34). Member of the 1970/71 Arsenal side which won 'the double'.
Collapsed at Arsenal's training ground and subsequently died. The FKS 1968/69 album notes: "Fast, enthusiastic flankman who hails from County Durham and was a product of the Hawthorn Leslie Boys Club. Turned professional at Highbury in August 1961. Was an inside forward and has won Under-23 honours.". |
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| Doncaster Rovers (262), Lincoln City (17). One of the potentially great players of the 1950s and 60s whose career was disrupted by a broken leg playing for England U-23s as a 17-year old. Ended his career with Doncaster in 1956 and then returned in 1963! Was President of Doncaster Rovers at the time of his death. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Newcastle United (0), Darlington (73), Millwall (41), Norwich City (29), Blackburn Rovers (45), Crewe Alexandra (4), Cambridge United (18), Hartlepool United (41). Died after a long illness. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Reading (452). Played his entire career at Reading in the Third Division. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Middlesbrough (295). Suffered from motor neurone disease. The FKS 1974/75 album notes: "He won Under-23 honours for England in recent seasons. Versatile player but mostly used these days as extra cover in defence. Completed 150 league games for his only senior club last season and was a vital member of the promotion rearguard. Ht. 5ft. 11in. Wt. 12.0.". |
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| Reading (407). Later moved into management, including with Reading. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Manchester City (248), Chester City (49). Manchester City
player from 1956 until 1967, before joining Chester. After his playing career
ended Sear remained at Chester for 19 years in coaching and managerial roles. The 1969/70 IPC card notes "One of the most experienced full-backs in Division 4. A Welsh Under-23 and Senior international, he came to the fore with Manchester City after playing with Oswestry and made more than 250 appearances for City before moving to Chester last season". |
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| Manchester United (290). Won Championships medal in 1964/65
and 1966/67 with United. Played in the team that won the European Champions
Cup by beating Benfica 4-1 at Wembley in 1968. The FKS 1968/69 album notes: "Was originally a forward and made his bow as such against Sheffield Wednesday after Munich in February 1958. Local product but has won Eire honours. Now a full-back he has F.A. representative honours. Thirteen years service.". |
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| Gillingham (19), Aldershot Town (95), Wolverhampton Wanderers (1), Northampton Town (87), Brentford (201). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Middlesbrough (279), Hull City (16). The 1978/79 Sun Soccercard states: "Blond inside forward with great skill and scorer of great individualist goals. Will signed for Middlesbrough in 1937 and when he left them in 1954 had scored 99 League goals in 341 League appearances. He then had one brief season at Hull, in his 16 appearances he notched the goal needed for his century of League goals. In 26 England appearances from 1946 to 1951 Will scored 11 goals.". |
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| Everton (26), Sheffield Wednesday (3), Plymouth Argyle (93), Southampton (64), Coventry City (18), Swansea City (26), Walsall (75), Brentford (5). Much travelled player and manager. Died after a long battle against cancer | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Tottenham Hotspur (0), Swindon Town (56), Colchester United (129). Thanks to his daughter for making contact and confirming the date of death. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Huddersfield Town (117), Carlisle United (376), Doncaster
Rovers (39). Was part of Carlisle United team promoted to the First Division
in 1974. Phenomenal sportsman, played two cricket tests for England (highest
score 35) plus 390 first-class matches. Member of the first class umpires
list, officiated in two one-day internationals, plus was the first ever
'3rd umpire'. Died after a battle with cancer. The FKS 1974/75 album notes: "Went to Huddersfield Town from his schooldays and made more than 100 League appearances in their colours. Has developed into a midfield player but can also act as a striker or play in the back four. With Carlisle has over 350 League games. Ht. 5ft. 11ins. Wt. 11.3.". |
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| Stockport County (1). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Rotherham United (85), Leicester City (177), Coventry City (7), Swindon Town (5). Leicester City's top scorer in the 1961/62, 62/63 and 63/64 seasons. | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Wrexham (175), Chester City (111). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Swansea City (0), Bradford City (64). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Gillingham (8). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |
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| Aston Villa (0), Colchester United (196), Walsall (65), Lincoln City (108), Stockport County (35). | Not known to have appeared in football cards of the period of this website. |