TOM FINNEY’S FORGOTTEN EUROPEAN ADVENTURE

SIMON ROWBOTHAM remembers the great man’s final match in Belfast

Tom Finney will be forever remembered as one of the all time greats of football. Admired for his flawless technique and humble attitude, Sir Tom ended his remarkable career with Preston North End in 1960, making over 400 appearances for his boyhood club and winning 76 caps for his country.He was often categorised by football followers as part of the remarkable one-club wonders, those rare breed of professionals who have represented one club throughout their entire playing career.However, strictly speaking, this...

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