Remembering Terry Yorath: A Leeds Legend and Welsh Icon

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Terry Yorath’s passing marks the loss of a footballer whose influence stretched far beyond Elland Road. A title winner with Leeds United and a defining figure in Welsh football, Yorath embodied intelligence, humility and leadership. His legacy endures through both achievements and the respect he commanded across the game.

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00:00Terry Yorath, the former Leeds United and Wales midfielder, has passed away at the age of 75 after a short illness.

00:10A product of the Leeds Academy, Yorath made his top-flight debut in 1968 under Don Revy,

00:15quickly established himself as a composed, intelligent presence in the heart of the midfield.

00:22Over nine years, Atelan Raridi made 183 appearances, scoring 11 goals,

00:26and was a key figure in the side that claimed the first division title in 1974.

00:31During his time at Leeds, he also helped the club reach the European Cup and FA Cup final,

00:36leaving an indeligible mark on the most celebrated eras of the club's history.

00:43Beyond his club career, Yorath became a defining figure in Welsh football,

00:47earning 59 caps and scoring twice for his country.

00:50He went on to captain and then manage Wales between 1988 and 1993,

00:54coming in agonisingly close to leading them to the 1994 World Cup.

01:00His managerial career also took him to Swansea City, Cardiff City, Sheffield Wednesday, Bradford City,

01:06and even overseas with Lebanon, reflecting a lifelong dedication to the game.

01:11Yorath's legacy resonates with not just trophies or statistics,

01:15a command that he had on and off the pitch.

01:17His family, including daughter and BBC presenter Gabby Logan, carry forward his memory,

01:23ensuring the story of Terry Yorath remains firmly part of football history.

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