Former Aberdeen and Arsenal footballer Willie Young dies age 73
Summary
Willie Young, a former football player for Aberdeen and Arsenal, has passed away at age 73. He was known for winning the FA Cup with Arsenal in 1979 and for his role in prompting changes to football rules regarding "professional fouls" after an incident in the 1980 FA Cup final.Key Facts
- Willie Young died at the age of 73.
- He played for teams including Aberdeen, Tottenham Hotspur, and Arsenal.
- Young won the FA Cup with Arsenal in 1979.
- He was involved in a significant moment in football history by committing a "professional foul" during the 1980 FA Cup final against West Ham.
- This foul led to changes in football rules, specifically introducing red cards for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity.
- Young began his professional career at Aberdeen in 1970 and also played for Nottingham Forest.
- He was banned from playing for Scotland after a nightclub incident but had success at the club level.
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