RIP Roy Swinbourne.

Wolves hero Royston Harry 'Roy' Swinbourne passed away yesterday 27 December 2015 at the age of 86, following a long battle with vascular dementia.

Roy Swinbourne playing for Wolves in the 1-0 win against Cardiff City at Molineux on 23 August 1952.
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Roy Swinbourne scored 114 goals in 230 appearances for Wolves. His contribution of 24 goals helped Wolves to their first ever League title in 1953-54 and his two goals in the 3-2 defeat of Honved are legendary.

He played one England 'B' International against Germany in 1955, scoring in the 1-1 draw.

The Wikipedia comment in the link below provides an excellent summary of his career;

RIP Roy Swinbourne you will always be a Wolves hero! - view external link

Another quality tribute to Roy Swinbourne from Steve Gordos on the official Wolves site; - view external link

Another article on his passing:
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A bit before my time [yes, it is possible] but I can remember my did lauding his performances many times.