Ray Clemence, the goalkeeper who helped Liverpool win the European Cup, was reportedly passed away at the age of 72 yesterday.
Clemence, who was labeled the club’s most famous goalkeeper, was one of the Reds’ top players in the 70s.
He was previously diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2005 and played an important role in the awareness campaign about the disease.
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Liverpool also paid tribute to their former players, writing on Twitter: “We’re deeply saddened by the passing of one of the greatest-ever goalkeepers, Ray Clemence.”
After moving from Scunthorpe in 1967, Clemence always trusted other players and only conceded 16 goals in 42 games in the 1978/79 season.
Clemence made 665 outstanding appearances for the Reds, winning five league titles, three European Cups, two UEFA Cups, the European Super Cup, the FA Cup, and the League Cup.
Between 1972 and 1983, Clemence won 61 caps for England.
We’re deeply saddened by the passing of one of the greatest-ever goalkeepers, Ray Clemence.
The thoughts of everyone at Liverpool Football Club are with Ray’s family and many friends.
Rest in peace, Ray Clemence 1948-2020.
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) November 15, 2020
In memory of Ray Clemence, Liverpool legend…
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— Liverpool FC (@LFC) November 15, 2020
