Football Legend Trevor Francis Laid to Rest in Marbella Following Heart Attack
Former England striker Trevor Francis, widely known as British football’s first million-pound player, has been laid to rest in Marbella after suffering a heart attack at the age of 69. The funeral service was attended by friends and family, including former Scotland captain Graeme Souness, who played alongside Francis during their time at Rangers and Sampdoria. The service, conducted by a UK-born Church of England chaplain, took place in San Pedro de Alcantara near Marbella, followed by a private cremation in Manilva.
Francis had an illustrious career that began at Birmingham City in 1970. He later went on to win two European Cups with Nottingham Forest, including scoring the winning goal in the 1979 final against Malmo. Throughout his career, Francis also played for teams like Manchester City, Rangers, and Sheffield Wednesday, earning 52 caps for England and scoring 12 goals.
Tributes poured in from the football community following Francis’s passing. Former England forward Gary Lineker described him as a wonderful footballer and a lovely man, while current Birmingham player Jude Bellingham praised him as a trailblazer and an icon of the game. Francis’s former teammates and clubs also expressed their condolences, with Nottingham Forest calling him a true legend and Sheffield Wednesday stating they were deeply saddened by his passing.
After retiring as a player, Francis turned to management and coaching, with stints at QPR, Sheffield Wednesday, Birmingham City, and Crystal Palace. Following his departure from coaching, Francis pursued a career in broadcasting and worked alongside Chris Kamara on Sky.
The footballing world mourns the loss of Trevor Francis, remembering him for his outstanding skills on the pitch, his genuine character off the field, and his contributions to the sport. As his name becomes etched in football history, his legacy as a true legend lives on. May he rest in peace.
