Nat Lofthouse
English footballer and manager
Born
August 27th, 1925
99 years ago
Died
January 15th, 2011
14 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Played as a forward for Bolton Wanderers, contributing significantly to the club's success in the 1950s. Lofthouse made 33 appearances for the England national team, scoring 30 goals. Managed Bolton Wanderers after his playing career, focusing on youth development and team success. Celebrated for his powerful playing style and goal-scoring ability, he remains a legendary figure in English football history.
Scored 285 goals for Bolton Wanderers
Represented England with 30 international goals
Led Bolton Wanderers as a manager
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