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Former Liverpool, Tottenham and England goalkeeper Ray Clemence has died at 72, the Football Association announced.
Clemence, who won three European Cups and five First Division titles during a trophy-laden season at Anfield, was arguably one of the best goalkeepers of his generation.
He won 61 games for England, which would undoubtedly have been many more had he not competed with Peter Shilton, who had 125, for the number one jersey.
Ray Clemence, former Liverpool, Tottenham and England goalkeeper, has died at 72
Clemence was possibly one of the best goalkeepers of his generation.
He won 61 games for England and won three European Cups and five First Division titles.
The Football Association issued a statement: “With great sadness, we write to inform you that Ray Clemence passed away peacefully today, surrounded by his loving family,” said a statement from the Clemence family.
After fighting so hard, for so long, he is now at peace and without pain.
‘The family would like to thank you very much for all the love and support you have received over the years.
“ We all love him so much and we will never forget him. ”
Clemence had been in a long battle with prostate cancer since 2005, although the cause of her death has yet to be confirmed.
England’s players will now wear black armbands during their Nations League game in Belgium on Sunday night and pay tribute to Clemence before Wednesday’s game against Iceland at Wembley.
Clemence, who signed £ 18,000 from Scunthorpe for Bill Shankly, was a key member of the Liverpool team that dominated Europe between 1977 and 1981, and also won two UEFA Cups, an FA Cup and the League Cup.
Clemence is survived by his wife Veronica (left) and their three children Sarah, Julie and Stephen.
Clemence has a mural in Liverpool and was a key member of the team that dominated Europe
The FA issued a statement that the former goalkeeper had ‘passed away peacefully’
Liverpool paid tribute to their former goalkeeper and Kop legend, as he tweeted: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of one of the greatest goalkeepers in history, Ray Clemence.
‘Everyone’s thoughts at Liverpool Football Club are with Ray’s family and many friends.
Rest in peace, Ray Clemence 1948-2020.
Sir Kenny Dalglish described Clemence as a “true legend”.
Added in Twitter: “Clem was a fantastic teammate and it’s great to be around. I will never forget how he helped me settle into Anfield. Our thoughts go out to the Clemence family. RIP Clem.”
Jamie Carragher, Liverpool legend and Sky Sports expert, paid tribute to Clemence, tweeting: RIP Ray Clemence. An LFC giant who was also a man giant. #YNWA ‘
Ambassador and former Reds forward Ian Rush aware: ‘RIP Ray Clemence, we have lost a true legend! It was an honor meeting you and having the opportunity to play with you! My thoughts and prayers are with your family ‘
Piers Morgan too tweeted: ‘More sad news today … RIP Ray Clemence, 72. One of the best goalkeepers in history: more than 1000 games, including 61 games for England, 5 League titles, 3 European Cups, 3 UEFA Cups , 2 FA Cups. Incredible career and an absolute gentleman.
Liverpool paid tribute to their former goalkeeper and Kop legend following news of his death
After his playing days, Clemence joined England’s coach setup as a goalkeeping coach.
At Tottenham, whom he joined in 1981 at age 32 for a fee of £ 300,000, he won another UEFA Cup and another FA Cup.
Following his playing days, Clemence joined England’s coaching organization when he joined forces with former Spurs teammate and later Three Lions coach Glenn Hoddle in 1996.
He continued to be England’s goalkeeping coach with Kevin Keegan, Sven-Goran Eriksson and Steve McClaren until Fabio Capello took over.
He returned to the backstage of the national team when Roy Hodgson took over and supervised goalkeepers at Euro 2012 before retiring a year later.
Clemence is survived by his wife Veronica, son Stephen, a former player and now coach, and daughters Sarah and Julie.
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