Former Leeds and Wales star Terry Yorath dies aged 75

Terry Yorath, the former Leeds United and Wales midfielder, has passed away at the age of 75 following a brief illness, his family confirmed on Thursday.

In a statement released by his children, they expressed their deep sorrow, remembering him as both a cherished football hero and a loving father.

"To most, he was a revered footballing legend, but to us, he was dad, a quiet, kind, and gentle man. Our hearts are broken, but we take comfort knowing that he will be reunited with our brother, Daniel," the statement.

Leeds United were also devastated after the passing of their club's legend.

Yorath enjoyed a distinguished career, spending nine years at Leeds United, where he made 199 appearances and played a key role in the club’s triumph in the 1974 English league title.

He also earned 59 caps for Wales, 42 of them as captain, before transitioning to manage the national team.

It is pertinent to mention that Daniel, Yorath's 15-year-old son, tragically passed away in 1992 due to an inherited cardiac condition.

Yorath’s footballing legacy includes becoming the first Welsh player to compete in a European Cup final when Leeds faced Bayern Munich in 1975, though they lost 2-0.

In addition to his playing career, Yorath had a varied coaching journey, which included a spell at Bradford City. He was in charge on the tragic day of the Valley Parade fire in 1985, which resulted in 56 lives lost and 270 people injured. He also managed at Coventry City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Vancouver Whitecaps.