Francis Lee Death: When Did Francis Lee Die?: Francis Lee, also known as Francis Henry Lee was an English professional footballer who played as a striker.
He developed a passion for playing football at a younger age, was consistent throughout his career, and became one of the most sought-after footballers.
Francis Lee Death: When Did Francis Lee Die?
Francis Lee reportedly died at 79 on Monday, 2 October 2023 after a long battle with cancer.
“It is with the deepest sadness and heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of former Manchester City player and Chairman Francis Lee. Everyone at Manchester City would like to send their condolences to the friends and family of Francis at this very difficult time” a Man City
statement read
“All at Bolton Wanderers are saddened to learn of the passing of former forward, Francis Lee. The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Francis’ family, friends and loved ones at this difficult time,” a Bolton Wanderers statement read.
During Francis Lee’s career, he played for Bolton Wanderers, Manchester City, Derby County, and the England national team.
He scored over 200 goals in his career and also won League Championship medals with Manchester City and Derby County.
As a 16-year-old amateur footballer, Lee made debut for Bolton Wanderers in November 1960 against Manchester City
After scoring 106 goals in 210 appearances for Wanderers Bolton, he was transferred to Manchester City in September 1967.
In the 1969–70 season, Lee was Manchester City’s top scorer. His tally that season included scoring a penalty in the final of the European Cup Winners’ Cup.
Lee scored 148 goals in 330 appearances during an eight-year spell at City, helping the club win multiple honors, including the old First Division title in 1968.
Lee left Manchester City in 1974, joining Derby County. Lee holds the English record for the greatest number of penalties scored in a season.
He held the record for the most goals in Manchester derbies (10 goals in all against Manchester United). This record was later beaten by Wayne Rooney.
Lee made his debut for England, aged 24 on 11 December 1968. He scored his first goal in a friendly match against France on 12 March 1969.
Lee played at the 1970 World Cup in Mexico and was the first English player ever to receive a card in a World Cup, for kicking goalkeeper Felix of Brazil.
After his playing career, Lee moved into business. He founded F.H. Lee Ltd, a firm that recycled paper to manufacture products such as kitchen rolls and toilet paper.
In addition to his business ventures, Lee had a career as a racehorse trainer. He trained horses including; Sir Harry Hardman, Allwight Then, and Young Jason.
In 2010, he was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame. He was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2016 New Year Honours for services to football and charity.
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