Nat Lofthouse

[ALBICELESTE2010]

Nat Lofthouse has passed away at the age of 85 after battling illness for some considerable time.

He was the prototypical English centre forward, strong as an ox but a devastating finisher with head or foot with 30 international goals in 33 games.

More than anything else he exemplifies what used to be an endearing facet of football a devotion to one club throughout his career ,his native Bolton.

He more than anyone else represented Bolton and was a stalwart throughout the long wilderness years for the famous club and like players of his generation a true gentleman.

The Lion of Vienna will be sorely missed.

UK residents only:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12201099
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12201162

 

[Jamezinho]

Thanks Albi, for starting this thread to acknowledge the passing of a true legend of English football.

R.I.P.

 

[Artem]

Although I could not watch him play, but I understand that football has done a great contribution to football in England and Bolton, as a player and coach of the club. In short, RIP Nat ...