Gerry Byrne

English-Welsh footballer, Liverpool player

Gerry Byrne - English-Welsh footballer, Liverpool player
Born

1938
87 years ago

Died

November 28th, 2015
9 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Played as a left-back for Liverpool Football Club during the 1950s and 1960s. Spent his entire professional career at Liverpool, making over 400 appearances. Contributed to the team's success in winning numerous titles, including multiple Football League championships and the FA Cup. Notably featured in the 1965 FA Cup final, where Liverpool secured a victory against Leeds United. Also represented the Welsh national team on several occasions.

Won the FA Cup with Liverpool in 1965

Made over 400 appearances for Liverpool

Played in the 1965 FA Cup final

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