Pablo Justo Forlán Lamarque, born on July 14, 1945, in Uruguay, carved out a footballing legacy that has remained a significant part of the sport’s history, not only in his homeland but also across South American football. As a stalwart defender, Forlán’s career was...
Alan Whittle, born Liverpool, England, March 10, 1950. A dazzling forward, Alan Whittle scored 46 goals in 241 Football League games for Everton, Crystal Palace, Leyton Orient and AFC Bournemouth. Liverpool born Alan Whittle, who was a product of the Everton youth...
Brian Bromley, born Burnley, England, March 20, 1946. An influential midfielder with a keen eye for goal, Brian Bromley developed a reputation for being a reliable and hardworking player across several clubs, including Bolton Wanderers, Portsmouth, Brighton and Hove...
Gordon West, born Darfield, England, April 24, 1943. Gordon West made his breakthrough at Blackpool and carved out a career which saw him stand as one of the finest goalkeepers of his generation. Gordon West began his professional career at Blackpool in 1960. Making...
Quinton Fortune, born Cape Town, South Africa, May 21, 1977. Quinton Fortune kick-started his professional career with Mallorca in 1995 before he joined Spanish Primera Division club Atletico Madrid the following year. A lavishly gifted midfield creator, he was later...
Shinji Kagawa, born Kobe, Japan, March 17, 1989. Shinji Kagawa began his professional career with J. League Division One team Cerezo Osaka before the sought after player joined Borussia Dortmund at the beginning of the 2010-11 season. While at Westfalenstadion, the...