CitizenTID
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If true:
R.I.P Bert
R.I.P Bert
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Bert Trautmann - R.I.P
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The club's decision to sign a former Axis paratrooper sparked protests, with 20,000 people attending a demonstration.
Over time, he gained acceptance through his performances in the City goal, playing all but five of the club's next 250 matches.
Named FWA Footballer of the Year for 1956, Trautmann entered football folklore with his performance in the 1956 FA (Football Association) Cup Final. With 17 minutes of the match remaining, Trautmann suffered a serious injury, after diving at the feet of Birmingham City's Peter Murphy. Despite his injury, he continued to play, making crucial saves to preserve his team's 3–1 lead. His neck was noticeably crooked as he collected his winner's medal; three days later an X-ray revealed it to be broken.
Trautmann continued to play for Manchester City until 1964, making 545 appearances.
Over time, he gained acceptance through his performances in the City goal, playing all but five of the club's next 250 matches.
Named FWA Footballer of the Year for 1956, Trautmann entered football folklore with his performance in the 1956 FA (Football Association) Cup Final. With 17 minutes of the match remaining, Trautmann suffered a serious injury, after diving at the feet of Birmingham City's Peter Murphy. Despite his injury, he continued to play, making crucial saves to preserve his team's 3–1 lead. His neck was noticeably crooked as he collected his winner's medal; three days later an X-ray revealed it to be broken.
Trautmann continued to play for Manchester City until 1964, making 545 appearances.
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City Legend, Time to name a stand after him City
City Legend, Time to name a stand after him City
baldybouncer
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Can't find anything about this in the media
mcfclovin88
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RIP Bert
woolleyback blue
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R.I.P to a true giant of a City legend.
Eccles Blue
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Is this really true? I cannot find it anywhere, I have emailed the club to ask if it is true.
If it is, it is heartbreaking, my very first City hero, I watched him play many times. RIP Bert if true.
If it is, it is heartbreaking, my very first City hero, I watched him play many times. RIP Bert if true.
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Sincere condolences to his friends,family & the City family,met him at Mike Doyle's funeral. He had all the time in the world for the fans who turned out. A true Legend & great human being. R.I.P. Mr Trautmann.