Norman Hunter

Soccer Player

Birthday October 29, 1943

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Gateshead, England

DEATH DATE Apr 17, 2020 (76)

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About

Legendary central defender for Leeds United, who spent 14 years with the club, and six more with Bristol and Barnsley.

Before Fame

He joined Leeds at age 15, giving up his electrical fitter apprenticeship.

Trivia

He was nicknamed Bites Yer Legs, after a fan-made banner held up in the 1972 FA Cup final. The banner was noticed by announcer Brian Clough.

Family Life

He was born in Gateshead, County Durham, England.

Associated With

Gordon Brown awarded him a medal for his role on the 1966 English team that won the World Cup.