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    Jimmy Armfield

    A fine footballer & gentleman, played during an era I now look back on with great nostalgia.
    Passed away today.


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    He seemed to be a true gentleman and very knowledgeable.
    he was a cosnsumate broadcaster in his post football career and was alway very enjoyable to listen to.
    He done a series on the careers of various legends down the years, one of which was with our own Lawrie Reilly I think it wad called "The life and times of Last Minute Reilly".
    This was during his time with BBC Radio 5 and I think it can still be listened to from the BBC site. I don't know how to do links or anything but if you google Jimmy Armfield and Lawrie Reilly together you should get a hit for it.
    it really is great listening and a great production from two true greats.
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    One of the few non hysterical and non 'controversial' commentators in the media.

    Always gave a considered expert opinion.

    Will be sadly missed.

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    i'd happier listen to Jimmy Armfield recite the alphabet than listen to the footballing views of some other notable ex pros. A true icon and those left from his golden era are diminishing.

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    I used to love listening to him commentating/summarising on big matches on the radio in the 70's. This was a time before large numbers of games were televised and in most cases radio was your only option. A great football man.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Iggy Pope View Post
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    i'd happier listen to Jimmy Armfield recite the alphabet than listen to the footballing views of some other notable ex pros. A true icon and those left from his golden era are diminishing.
    How true

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    i'd happier listen to Jimmy Armfield recite the alphabet than listen to the footballing views of some other notable ex pros. A true icon and those left from his golden era are diminishing.
    Always enjoyed his commentaries and his knowledge of the game he adored. RIP Jimmy.

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    A good football man, RIP.

    Recall Duncan McKenzie when Jimmy was his manager at Leeds United saying that his 'indecision was final'!

    Well liked though I understand.
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    Jimmy was gent Five Live had a great programme on him a few months back.
    RIP Jimmy seemed to be a great guy.

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