Former Cardiff City captain Don Murray dies aged 80

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 12:04 · Archive

Don Murray, who made over 500 appearances for Cardiff City as captain, has died aged 80 following a long illness.

Don Murray, former Cardiff City captain, has died aged 80 following a long illness. The Scotland-born defender made over 500 appearances during a 13-year spell with the club between 1962 and 1975, holding the record for consecutive league appearances with 146 matches. He was part of the side that defeated Real Madrid in the European Cup Winners' Cup at Ninian Park in 1971.

How it is being reported

• Cardiff City legend Don Murray dies as club make announcementMurray was a part of the side that famously toppled Real MadridWalesOnline · 2 Nov, 11:39
• Former Cardiff captain Murray dies aged 80Former Cardiff City captain Don Murray, who made over 500 appearances for the club, has died at the age of 80 following a long illness.BBC Wales · 2 Nov, 11:27

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