Former Leeds United and Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Terry Yorath has died at the age of 75 following a brief illness.
His family shared the news on Thursday, remembering him as both a footballing hero and a devoted father. “To most, he was a revered footballing hero, but to us, he was Dad, a quiet, kind and gentle man.
Our hearts are broken, but we find comfort in knowing he is with our brother, Daniel, again,” the statement read.
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Yorath played nearly 200 games for Leeds United during his nine-year stint in the 1960s and 70s, contributing significantly to their 1974 First Division title. He also became the first Welshman to feature in a European Cup final the following year.
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On the international stage, Yorath earned 59 caps for the Wales national team and later took on coaching duties for the squad, leaving a lasting legacy in Welsh football.
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