Gerry Hitchens
English footballer and England international
Born
October 8th, 1934
91 years ago
Died
April 13th, 1983
42 years ago — 48 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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A professional footballer from England, played as a forward during the 1950s and 1960s. Hitchens began his career at Aston Villa before transferring to several clubs, including Inter Milan. Gained recognition for performances in Serie A, where he scored numerous goals. Also represented the England national team, earning caps in international competitions. His career included significant contributions in domestic leagues and a notable presence in European football.
Played for Aston Villa and Inter Milan
Represented England in international matches
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