Tag Archives: 1958 FIFA World Cup

Pele – The Worlds Greatest Footballer Dies

Posted on December 29, 2022 by chadwig3

Pele – Edson Arantes Do Nascimento (1940 – 2022) The worlds greatest footballer of all time Pele has died at the age of eighty-two, the former Santos, New York Cosmos and Brazil International forward made 792 career appearances, scoring an … Continue reading →

Former Clarets Scout & Northern Ireland Manager Passes Away

Posted on June 11, 2022 by chadwig3

Billy Bingham (August 1931 – June 2022) Billy Bingham, the former Clarets scout and the most successful manager of the Northern Ireland International football team, has died at the age of 90. The former Northern Ireland manager was diagnosed with … Continue reading →

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How Brian Flynn Saved Welsh International Football

Posted on June 9, 2021 by chadwig3

An excellent article written by Leon Barton looks at former Clarets midfielder Brian Flynn and how he has saved Welsh International football. From having never qualified for major football tournament in their history, Wales are preparing to play in their … Continue reading →

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Clarets Legend Series (Jimmy McIlroy MBE)

Posted on August 17, 2019 by chadwig3

Jimmy McIlroy – Clarets Greatest Ever Player James McIlroy MBE, was a Northern Ireland international footballer who played for Glentoran, Burnley, Stoke City and Oldham Athletic. He was regarded as the Clarets greatest ever player, having made 497 appearances, scoring … Continue reading →

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Clarets Legend Jimmy McIlroy Passes Away

Posted on August 20, 2018 by chadwig3

Jimmy McIlroy (1931 – 2018) Burnley Football Club have this morning confirmed the sad news that former Clarets inside-forward Jimmy McIlroy has died aged 86. McIlroy who was widely regarded as the clubs finest ever player made 497 appearances for the … Continue reading →

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