James Christopher Armfield, OBE DL (21 September 1935 – 22 January 2018)[2] was an English professional football player and manager who latterly worked as a football pundit for BBC Radio Five Live. He played the whole of his Football League career at Blackpool, usually at right back. Between 1954 and 1971 he played 627 games in all competitions, scored six goals, and spent a decade as the club's captain. He also represented the England national team 43 times between 1959 and 1966, and captained them in 15 games.[3] He was a member of England's 1966 World Cup-winning squad. After retiring from playing, Armfield managed Bolton Wanderers and Leeds United. Jimmy Armfield OBE DL  Jimmy Armfield in 2012. Personal information Full name James Christopher Armfield Date of birth 21 September 1935 Place of birth Denton, Lancashire, England Date of death 22 January 2018 (aged 82) Place of death Blackpool, Lancashire, England Height 5 ft 10 1⁄2 in (1.79 m)[1] Playing position Right back Senior career* Years Team Apps (Gls) 1954–1971 Blackpool 569 (6) National team 1956–1959 England U23 9 (0) 1959–1966 England 43 (0) Teams managed 1971–1974 Bolton Wanderers 1974–1978 Leeds United * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only. Club career International career Management career Post-management Health and death Recognition Honours
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