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Burnley legend Adamson dies aged 82

November 8, 2011
Former Burnley captain and manager Jimmy Adamson has died at the age of 82, the Lancashire club have announced.

Adamson made 486 appearances for the Clarets in a playing career spanning 17 years, placing him sixth on the club's all-time list.

He will be best remembered as the ever-present captain in Burnley's 1960 League Championship-winning team.

''Burnley Football Club is sad to confirm the passing of a true club legend in Jimmy Adamson,'' read a statement from ...

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