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Finney, Tom

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Finney, Tom (1922– )

English footballer, known as the ‘Preston Plumber’. Playing in every forward position, he scored 30 goals in 76 internationals for England 1946–58. He was celebrated for his ball control and goal-scoring skills, and was the first person to win the Footballer of the Year award twice. He played his entire club career with his home-town club Preston North End.

Career highlights

International appearances (1946–58)

76 (30 goals)

Awards

Footballer of the Year

1954, 1957

He became only the third footballer after Stanley Matthews and Bobby Charlton to receive a knighthood, awarded in 1997.



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