Fred Keenor

Welsh footballer and FA Cup winner

Fred Keenor - Welsh footballer and FA Cup winner
Born

July 31st, 1894
130 years ago

Died

1972
53 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Wales

Links & References

Played as a defender during a career spanning over a decade. Made significant contributions to club football, primarily with Cardiff City. Captained Cardiff City during the 1927 FA Cup Final, where the team emerged victoriously against Arsenal. This victory marked the first time a team from outside England won the FA Cup. Represented the Welsh national team in several international matches.

Captained Cardiff City to an FA Cup victory in 1927

Played for the Welsh national team

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