Former Manchester City and England striker Francis Lee dies at the age of 79.
Lee scored 148 goals in 330 appearances during an eight-year spell at City, helping the club win multiple honours, including the old First Division title in 1968.
Lee, who started his career at Bolton Wanderers, joined Derby County from City, helping the Rams win their second league title in 1975."It is with the deepest sadness and heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of former Manchester City player and chairman Francis Lee, aged 79," a City statement read, calling Lee "a club legend in every sense" and one of City's "all-time greats".
"Everyone at Manchester City would like to send their condolences to the friends and family of Francis at this very difficult time. "As a mark of respect, flags around the Etihad Stadium and City Football Academy are flying at half-mast.An unearthed time capsule digs up an old cold caseSeven standout moments from Rugby World Cup week four
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