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But he had to sell that precious memory in 2005 to fund his retirement. Sometimes Id wonder if they were with me because I was Frank Worthington, the footballer, or if they genuinely fancied me as a bloke. For this mercurial talent, who has died at the age of 72, was just as well known for his inexhaustible exploits in the bedroom and on the dancefloor as his prowess in front of goal. FORMER England striker Frank Worthington was a legend for strutting his stuff at clubs across the land and satisfying adoring fans with his keepy-uppy. Profoundly saddened to hear Frank Worthington has died. And the player-turned-pundit has spearheaded Sportsmail's campaign for research funding, temporary concussion substitutes and limited heading in training to protect players. He said: 'I've had conversations with Alan Shearer and Ian Wright and others about the worry that come 10, 15 years that it might happen to one of us. This article is about the England international footballer. Worthington, who also played for Leeds United, battled dementia and prostate cancer after retirement and while he initially earned a living on the after-dinner speaking circuit, offers eventually stopped and the death of the former Terriers striker has left his widow in a precarious position. I never have regrets. The question always lingered, though, how much of a star Frank would have been if hed reserved those skills for the football pitch. Frank said: Yeah, I was a bit of a rascal. He made his debut on 15 May against Northern Ireland in the 197374 British Home Championship, coming on as a substitute in a 10 victory at Wembley. He was big, good in the air, a real presence. Frank also had a daughter, Kim-Malou, with Birgitta but parenthood did not slow him down. He quickly made a big impression at his first club Huddersfield Town, scoring 41 goals in 171 appearances. They have ignored, shunned, turned their backs on a massive issue. Worthington is pictured Carole Dwyer (Image: Sunday Mirror) Former Sunderland players Gary Rowell and Nick Pickering have lead the tributes to former Black Cats striker Frank Worthington who died . He made only eight international appearances, even though the Manchester City legend Mike Summerbee once called him the only player you could have taken from the league to Italy without him looking out of place. Tough guy boss Revie wasnt so forgiving when Frank ignored his clear instructions not to go out. Worthington's wife Carol paid tribute to the much-loved football showman, who died in hospital in Huddersfield on Monday. 'We have to recognise this and we cannot keep talking about it. If there had been camera phones around when Frank was out on the town, he would be permanently banned from playing. One of English football's great mavericks, Worthington died peacefully in hospital on March 22 at the age of 72 following a long illness and the funeral of the former Huddersfield . After the money stopped coming in I was made bankrupt as well. he said 'no comment', A jury at Bradford Crown Court have heard details of police interviews given by Mohammed Taroos Khan, Yorkshire waterfall walks you have to try at least once in your life, We've compiled a list of the top 10 walking trails in Yorkshire. 'It is with great sadness that Bolton Wanderers has today learned of the passing of club legend Frank Worthington. His brother Bob told The Athleticin 2019thatWorthington's deterioration was so severe he would forget who he was. Displaying some eye-raising parental priorities he said he wanted to teach Frank Junior all the tricks so he could be the greatest Casanova of all time. Instead the player seduced a young woman on the aeroplane and went on a two week bender with her. Before the second medical, Shankly sent Frank off on holiday to relax. The Jeff Astle Foundation believe the number may represent a fraction of the actual total. His club managers realised they could rely on him to deliver the goods. People named Carol Dwyer. Light on his feet, agile, you couldnt take your eyes off him. 2 comments. We are seeing more great names every day battling this disease and it is important we continue to take steps to change this, for their families' sakes, for Frank's sake. Many England fans wondered why Frank, whose majestic skills were compared to Best, didnt play more for his country. 'She spotted me in the players' lounge and came over. Huddersfield were not exactly a glamour club, but that didnt stop Frank becoming a major attraction. W---y-w---y-w---y-w---y-Worthington! they would shout. This was classic Worthington, the mavericks maverick who has died at the age of 72 following a long illness. He spent his early years in various foster homes before being adopted by the Dreyers at the age of two. However, his loved ones described how the disease took over his life - leaving him a shell of the charismatic great he once was. I scored loads for Leicester. He scored two goals, against Argentina and Bulgaria in friendlies. Worthington was a fan favourite, much-loved for hisoutlandish sense of dress and well-reported playboy lifestyle. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.". He could charm anyone. ', Football commentatorGary Taphouse added: 'RIP Frank Worthington. Follow. 'A spokesman for his wife Carol said Frank died peacefully in hospital in Huddersfield following a long illness.'. 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On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Huddersfield, Leicester and Bolton clubs also honoured their former star, who led an extraordinary 828-game career racking up 260 goals. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. When he got on the training pitch though you just knew. Newcastle United striker Malcolm Macdonald ended up losing 1,200 to Frank. Worthington was born into a footballing family in Shelf, near Halifax, West Riding of Yorkshire. Jack Elsom His wife CarolWorthington said:'Frank brought joy to so many people throughout his career and in his private life. Worthington graced Birmingham's colours from 1979 to 1982, with the Blues quick to add their condolences. After the divorce came through in 1977, his expensive lifestyle which Steens excellent book The Mavericks described as shopping sprees on the Kings Road and a rapid turnover of sports cars had to be toned down a little. 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He once admitted that should he have 'taken things a little easier early on' he would have progressed in his career further. And boy was he skilful. ", "Frank Worthington's most memorable moments", "Frank Worthington: Ex-England striker has Alzheimer's disease, says daughter", "Frank Worthington: Ex-England striker denies Alzheimer's diagnosis", "Frank Worthington: Former England striker dies aged 72 following long illness", "Where Are They Now? [29], Worthington was married twice: firstly in 1973 to Brigitta K. Egermalm, and secondly in 1986 to Carol, the daughter of Noel Dwyer, the Irish international goalkeeper. Worthington's wife Carol paid tribute to the much-loved football showman, who died in hospital in Huddersfield. I'm applying for Universal Credit and hopefully I can get benefits to pay my rent somewhere but the future looks terribly bleak.. Frank was running between the lines before anyone drew them. He said at the time: 'I have never been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or any other neurological disorder or illness. An avid Elvis fan - once christened 'the cowboy' on an England Under 23 trip - he often donned medallion-man jewellery, paired with a shirt open at the chest, a fedora andbuckled leather boots with his hair slicked back withBrylcreem. No I don't think so, but you can take heading out of training, or limit it massively. It was madness Frank didnt play more for his country. In 1973 Frank married his first wife Birgitta, who had already given birth to his son Frank Junior. The woman's husband was asleep in the next seat. Shortly after leaving the club in 1972 he boasted: I was pulling girls every night. 'A beautiful footballer, a maverick and a wonderful character who was so kind to this young apprentice when he joined the club. Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. 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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Ladies man Frank Worthington has died aged 72, The former striker, pictured with George Best and Alex Higgins, was known as 'the working man's Best', The cult hero passed away after a long battle with dementia, Frank played for 24 clubs including Leicester City and Leeds United, Frank was a notorious ladies man until he eventually settled down with his second wife Carol Dwyer, The Elvis fan, seen rocking out with TV's Grumbleweeds, tried to keep his 'nocturnal activities' secret, Frank boasted of sleeping with Miss World Mary Stavin, Miss Barbados Lindy Field, Profumo Affair model Mandy Rice-Davies and his first wife Birgitta, who won Miss Sweden (pictured), Frank was famed for his ability to juggle the ball on the pitch, He won the Golden Boot title in 1979 for the 24 goals he scored for Bolton Wanderers, He played until he was aged 43, running out for over 20 clubs here and in the US. Alf Ramsey and then Don Revie as England managers had a right distrust of those who thought outside their strict guidelines. [27], Worthington lived a playboy lifestyle. It was, he admitted, a mistake. He said: 'Most of my goals weren't even caught on camera. And he wouldnt go out with us that evening. The legendarily flamboyant former Huddersfield Town and England centre forward died last month at the age of 72 and his funeral will be held in Halifax on Friday. Murdaugh is heckled as he leaves court, Ukrainian soldier takes out five tanks with Javelin missiles, Isabel Oakeshott receives 'menacing' message from Matt Hancock, Alex Murdaugh unanimously found GUILTY of murder of wife and son, Isabel Oakeshott clashes with Nick Robinson over Hancock texts, Family of a 10-month-old baby filmed vaping open up, Missing hiker buried under snow forces arm out to wave to helicopter, Moment teenager crashes into back of lorry after 100mph police race. Profoundly saddened to hear Frank Worthington has died. That wild behaviour went too far when Frank was playing for Birmingham City between 1979 and 1982. [31] Worthington denied her claims shortly afterwards. Frank Worthington died on Monday at the age of 72 after battling dementia. Best wants everyone to love him. He also played in the United States (with NASL teams Philadelphia Fury and Tampa Bay Rowdies), South Africa and Sweden as well as in English non-League football. Worthington's wife Carol paid tribute to the much-loved football showman, who died in hospital in . Karen Dwyer in Chandler, AZ Karen Dwyer may also have lived outside of Chandler, such as Phoenix, Gilbert and 2 other cities in Arizona. The only silverware he picked up during that long career was the old Division Two title with Huddersfield Town. Comment. I was wearing some wild clothes and she tried to kiss me on the dance floor. I used to go to a lot of pop concerts and got to meet a lot of the stars. 'The ball comes down and I hit it. A record breaking deal to sign for Liverpool in 1972 fell through because two weeks of sex and partying left him with high blood pressure. Jemma Carr Carol Dwyer. The cause of his death is revealed to be Alzheimer from which he was struggling for years. For the Canadian general, see, Chorley v. 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Gary Lineker hailed the ex-England striker his 'boyhood hero' and described him as 'a beautiful footballer, a maverick and a wonderful character.'. Franks cause of death has not been announced. 'He will be greatly missed by everyone who loved him so much.'. He said: 'I have no complaints about my life and my career so far and no regrets, apart from one thing. He also played in the United States (with NASL teams Philadelphia Fury and Tampa Bay Rowdies ), South Africa and Sweden as well as in English non-League football. Carol Dwyer. His daughter claimed in 2016 that he was suffering from Alzheimers due to heading the ball during his playing days. The MPs on the Department of Culture Media and Sport select committee heard from 10 experts at the hearing on Tuesday, including Dawn Astle, the daughter of West Bromwich Albion forward, Jeff. Commenting on his escapades in 1985 he said: 'I admit I have not been an angel, but nothing has ever come before football.'. He also upset Englands caretaker manager Joe Mercer by sneaking a girl up to his hotel room after a game. Carol Dwyer is the wife of the popular former football player Frank Worthington who recently passed away at the age of 72. He will be greatly missed by everyone who loved him so much., GOT a story? I even used my right foot occasionally. There is still a common bond, an affinity with one another, that stems from back then, because footballers are frustrated pop stars and the pop stars are all frustrated footballers., As with the other members of the mavericks group Alan Hudson, Tony Currie, Rodney Marsh, Charlie George, Stan Bowles Worthingtons propensity for showboating sometimes attracted flak from the stands. He described him as one of the best centre-forwards of all time. What a talent Frank Worthington was. This relationship endured, as will Worthingtons memory as one of the most gifted and charismatic players of his day. They had a son and a daughter together: Frank Junior and Kim Malou. 'I have always known what I was about and where I was going.'. He once had four court appearances for driving in one year including one for doing a u-turn on the motorway in his red Ford Mustang. [6], Worthington began his career as a forward for Huddersfield Town in 1966[7] before playing for Leicester City,[8] Bolton Wanderers,[9] Birmingham City, Leeds United, Sunderland, Southampton,[10] Brighton and Hove Albion,[11] Tranmere Rovers, Preston North End, Stockport County and Galway United. Frank also won the Golden Boot title in 1979 for the 24 goals he scored for Bolton Wanderers in the top division. [23] He signed for Galway United in February 1989. By 'I scored a nice one at Chelsea once in a game we lost, but that's not what I remember from that day. Well, anyone turning up got quite a sight. Best wants everyone to love him. LEGENDS of the game, footie experts and celebrity fans paid tribute to Frank on social media. That first touch killed the ball stone dead. But he will also be remembered as a dedicated playboy who loved to impersonate Elvis the explanation for his flamboyant sideburns and who took pride in his extensive list of conquests. Frank also had a daughter, Kim-Malou, with Birgitta but parenthood did not slow him down. I have four international defenders in tow - Terry Butcher and Russell Osman are right behind me - but I am juggling with it and juggling with it. [24], While a Leicester City player, Worthington won eight caps for England in 1974. After encounters with five separate women, including a former Miss Great Britain, during the break, he returned showing higher blood pressure and the transfer fell through. Here, Peter Reid offers his memories of a dear friend. Thanks to his family, I managed to get over to Yorkshire to see Frank for a last glass of wine and I'm glad he still recognised me so we could share a few more laughs. George Best had a reputation with the ladies, he wrote in his autobiography, but I had more than my fair share.. But in another way he was unlucky with when he was born. He played for Huddersfield Town, Leicester City, and several other football teams during his career. Sir Alf Ramsey swore when he turned up to fly with the England team wearing cowboy boots, a velvet jacket and silk shirt. What have I f---ing done?. During the peak of his powers, the flamboyant attacker played in 22 consecutive Football League seasons from 1966, scoring 266 goals in 882 appearances in all competitions. He toldSportsmail's Ian Ladyman: 'It was against Ipswich and it came to me from a throw-in and I controlled it on my head. A Truth for a Truth #books. Around that time he declared bankruptcy because he couldnt pay off tax bills of 36,000. You can see why Worthingtons attitude failed to impress Ramsey or his successor Don Revie, a pair of pragmatic England managers. 'Hundreds of players have died. For other inquiries Contact Us. The Match of the Day host scored more headers for England than any other player and says that he and fellow presenters Alan Shearer and Ian Wright fear they could also fall ill. Lineker has also joined a talkSPORT to take part in a radio documentary on the brain condition. His daughter claimed in 2016 that he was suffering from Alzheimers due to heading the ball during his playing days. ", Worthington's first club Huddersfield tweeted: "Everyone at#htafcis devastated to hear of the passing of Town legendFrankWorthington. Unashamedly anti-establishment, Worthington hit the headlines as much for his off-field exploits as his rarefied talents on it. Worthington's wife Carol paid tribute to the much-loved football showman, who died in hospital in Huddersfield. Carol Wyer. Because I tell you what, there werent many who, when they had a ball at their feet, could lift the soul like Frank Worthington. When we walked back the next day, there was the car balancing on the edge of a big drop.. The West Yorkshireman, from the village of Shelf near Bradford, was the son of two football players, with his dad Eric turning out for Halifax Town and mum Alice for the Womens Auxiliary Air Force. Welcome Frank. She was young and attractive, so what was a man supposed to do?. 3,131 following. Facebook gives people the power to. Worthington scores two goals and eight caps for England in 1974. He kept a flat in Leeds so the club did not know about his nocturnal activities or that he was abusing my body by staying out late. Carol was her husband's full-time carer as he battled dementia and prostate cancer Paul Mariner, who was playing for Arsenal at the time, idolised Frank as a Bolton fan and had come to watch him. Everyone raves about his classy goal of the season against Ipswich in 1979 but he'd scored an even better one in December at QPR against Phil Parkes from 30 yards. The front cover featured a smiling Worthington, contemplating putting lumps of sugar in his cup of tea; the book title is a deliberate sexual pun. , updated Even the referee clapped. There was Stan Bowles, Charlie George, Alan Hudson, Tony Currie, Frank, me and at the centre of it, George Best. Joe picked entertaining players, said Keegan at the time. 'Our thoughts are with his family and friends.'. The kind the fans might have selected., Worthington loved football for its own sake a passion which kept him going through an extraordinary 22 seasons in the Football League. [5] His nephew Gary was also a professional footballer. Home; Carpet Cleaning; Upholstery Cleaning; Many England fans wondered why Frank, whose majestic skills were compared to Best, didnt play more for his country. Sir Alf Ramsey swore when he turned up to fly with the England team wearing cowboy boots, a velvet jacket and silk shirt. But I soon realised this didnt matter a damn.. Frank Worthington with model Carol Dwyer. Frank thought it was because his unconventional approach upset the national sides bosses. Author. . 'The era of the 1966 players has made us really aware of this.'. 'I do have some issues with short-term memory impairment but I have been assured this is not particularly unusual for a man of my age.'. Born in Halifax, his last gig was as player-coach for Halifax Town, aged 44. Ex-England forward Jeff Astle died in January 2002 aged 59 and an inquest found his death was from repeatedly heading balls. Rock-star good looks, long hair, sharp sideburns, a fluorescent, flowery shirt, tight purple jeans and cowboy boots and we all thought "Jeez, what's this?". The organisation leading the fight to understand a link between football and brain disease revealed in November that they know of at least 500 former players who have been affected. carol dwyer frank worthington shjon podein childrens foundation. Includes Address(5) Phone(4) Email(3) See Results. Having put pen to paper, Frank failed two medicals. Carol Dwyer: Frank Worthington Wife Around that time he declared bankruptcy because he couldnt pay off tax bills of 36,000. There are things we can do and we can put in place.'. to Carol Dwyer [registered in Halifax, December 1986]. "After. A flick of the ball with that magic wand of a left foot and the defender was left scrambling in his wake. He will be greatly missed by everyone who loved him so much., GOT a story? While his England caps ended at just eight after manager Don Revie discovered Frank had ignored a strict curfew by going out drinking and gambling at a casino. A second goal, rifled home from a Kevin Keegan flick-on, beat Bulgaria 1-0 in Sofia 10 days later. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends," Bolton tweeted. Frank also won the Golden Boot title in 1979 for the 24 goals he scored for Bolton Wanderers in the top division. He was my boyhood hero when he was at LCFC. Gambling was a major part of football back in those days and one marathon card game in 1974 went on until 9am in the morning after England beat Bulgaria. By the time he returned to Liverpool for a retest, his blood pressure was even higher. "It is with great sadness that Bolton Wanderers has today learned of the passing of club legendFrankWorthington. The problem was, we were non-conformists at a time when the game was run at the top by those who valued conformity. Worthington's wife, Carol, paid tribute to one of the game's great entertainers. He quickly made a big impression at his first club Huddersfield Town, scoring 41 goals in 171 appearances. Then he said his most difficult opponent was the taxman. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. His first wife, Brigitta, was a former Miss Sweden who came over after to Britain after she became pregnant during what he called a holiday romance. The flamboyant striker, who represented more than 20 clubs and scored more than 260 goals during his lengthy playing career, including for the national side, died last month at the age of 72 following a long illness. The football legend spoke extensively about his sexual exploits in his autobiography One Hump or Two? I just wanted every girl to go to bed with me.. Ex-Leicester and England star Gary Lineker described him last night as my boyhood hero and a wonderful character. Tough guy boss Revie wasnt so forgiving when Frank ignored his clear instructions not to go out. 2,469 Followers, 3,131 Following, 1,504 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Carol Wyer (@carolwyer) carolwyer. There are 100+ professionals named "Carol Dwyer", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. "Oh," he'd say, and then he wouldn't talk any more.'. He was flamboyant, a cavalier and he played up to the playboy image. Worthington won eight England caps and represented over 20 clubs in a long playing career that began with Huddersfield in 1966. Frank Stewart Worthington (23 November 1948 22 March 2021) was an English footballer who played as a forward. Carol Worthington, Frank Worthington's wife In a long career that began in 1966 he played in 22 consecutive Football League seasons. and Her gloves are new. View our online Press Pack. She had a blue tight-fitting leather suit on. Frank's wife says 'he brought joy to so many people throughout his career and in his private life', Ally McCoist pays tribute Leicester legend Frank Worthington who has died at 72, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). He was part of a group of half-a-dozen freaky footballers who looked like they had strayed off the set of Top of the Pops. I did all right for myself, thanks very much.. 'They have not been interested,'he added. Log In. View the profiles of people named Carol Worthington. More #bbcfootball BBC Sport (@BBCSport) March 23, 2021. With Liverpool out of the picture, Frank signed for Leicester City instead, scoring 72 goals in 210 games for the Midlands side. Oh s---, he exclaimed. 1,504 posts. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Worthington scored on his second start, a 2-2 draw against Argentina at Wembley, by producing an ingenious and instinctive finish with his back to goal. I loved football and the ladies and I was not prepared to give up either. Frank Worthington Death He died peacefully in hospital in Huddersfield on 22 March 2021, at the age of 72 following a long illness, his family announced. He confessed to smoking cannabis and snorting cocaine through a bank note. There were rumours that he had a sexually transmitted disease, but the player insisted it was blood pressure due to constant carousing. I just wanted every girl to go to bed with me.