Founded in 1885 as Millwall Rovers, the Lions have come a long way since and despite some of the lows, have had plenty of highs in recent decades. His play in the World Cup saw him having a hand in both goals scored during the finals, scoring one and assisting on the other. Whether they be fan favourites or just outright club legends, plenty of players created many memories for Millwall supporters over the years. Spitting, monkey chants and banana throwing were part of the experience of black players 30 or 40 years ago: so, while booing the taking of a knee might to some represent progress, in other ways it seems little has changed. The man who broke Teddy Sheringhams goal scoring record and did so quite comfortably in the end. After a few loans out, Sheringham became the first-choice striker in the 1986-87 season and formed a formidable partnership with Tony Cascarino. In the early 1880s a group of young lads from Scotland came to London to find work.They found employment at Mortons jam factory in the West Ferry Road on the Isle of Dogs and within a few years had formed Millwall Rovers.On Saturday 3rd October 1885 Millwall Rovers played their first ever game which they lost 5-0 against FillebrookAs we celebrate Millwalls 125th year, we look at a significant player from each decade who has been part of the history of Millwall FC.1970s Barry KitchenerKitch was born in Dagenham on 11th December 1947.He first came to the notice of Millwall through their scouting system in Essex. On March 20, 2011, Murray was elected to the National Soccer Hall of Fame.[6]. 4. Steering the club through stability in the Second Division, including almost winning promotion in 1971-72, Kitchener was not only talented but incredibly passionate. On September 17, 2004, Harvard University announced that Murray had been hired as an assistant coach with the men's soccer team. It was perhaps predictable that the Brexit champion Nigel Farage would pitch in, describing Black Lives Matter as a Marxist mob and demand the end to taking the knee. Check. He Captained the side after Harry Cripps relinquished the job, and missed out on playing in the top flight with them by just a single point when Millwall finished third in the old two-up system in 1973.He is Millwalls record appearance holder in all three major competitions. Wild hair? He was also selected as a first team All-American as a forward. In researching my book about the history of racism in football, a question I asked every player I spoke to was, where were the most hostile places for a black professional? In almost all cases, Millwalls ground was on the list. Back in the 80s, what characterised Millwall and the other clubs such as West Ham, Chelsea and Leeds United, whose stadiums were a hostile environment for 7 Burke. Keith Stevens (1980 1999) Keith Stevens Millwall career didnt exactly get off to the best At first, he entered the metals trading industry, but in 2001, he decided to re-enter soccer with the Atlanta Silverbacks youth program.[5]. Yes, taking the knee - much like refusing to give up a seat on a bus is a political act. Beginning his career at left-back as injury cover, he moved into centre-half as Harry Cripps returned from injury and kept the number 5 shirt for the whole of his career. players Millwall He had a testimonial against Spurs in October 1975.On his retirement from football he has run Souvenir shops in Caistor and Great Yarmouth, Norfolk.Barry Kitchener (1965-1982)Millwall career (competitive games only)Football League: 518 (5) appearances 25 goalsFA Cup: 29 (2) appearances 2 goalsLeague Cup: 42 appearances 1 goalOther Competitions: 6 appearances 3 goals. He earned six caps and scored one goal with the futsal team. Bruce Murray (soccer) - Wikipedia Antonio Luna and Sergi Enrich Required fields are marked *. Kitchener?s unstinting enthusiasm and passion combined with Murray took a break from full-time soccer when he signed a contract with the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) to play full-time with the U.S. national team. This page displays a detailed overview of the club's current squad. (modern), Millwall decided that instead of taking the knee before the kick-off at their match with QPR on Tuesday night, players should link arm-in-arm with the opposing team while holding an equality banner.. Huddersfield's bid for automatic promotion to the Premier League suffered a setback as Millwall's 2-0 win handed the Championship side their first loss since [4] Having battled knee injuries/head injuries for several years, Murray retired from playing professionally at the end of the 1995 season. For too long the clubs hierarchy have pointed to the sterling work done by their community arm in promoting anti-racism, while not seeming to do enough to address the more reactionary elements of their support. Barry could have gone to Liverpool but was blocked by the club. Harris is another who began his Millwall career as a teenager, back in 1998. Football fans who stole a Millwall plaque from a team bus 20 years ago and have held it to ransom ever since are finally giving it back to London terror hero Roy Larner. These highs have seen plenty of talent at The Den, from your no-nonsense centre-backs to clatter into the opposition, to your goal scoring forwards that saw the club climb to the very top. Join Max McLellan, Mark Litchfield and our brand new panellist, former Play-Off winning Lion, Byron Webster, wherever you are in the world to listen! Unfortunately for all those who have tried to change the perception of Millwall over the years, I doubt very much that most people would reply by pointing out He is a member of the National Soccer Hall of Fame. Wikimedia Commons has media related to Players of Millwall FC. This is a category for Millwall F.C., players past and present. This category has only the following subcategory. The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 1,011 total. This list may not reflect recent changes ( learn more ). Murray earned his first cap in a 50 defeat against England in Los Angeles, on June 16, 1985, while still in college. 2. And the interventions of some politicians this week has not helped. And this week the acts of those in positions of power, from football club owners to government ministers, have set back the cause of race equality. How too must the friends and families of those black players have felt as they heard the boos ring out? However, the Rhino, as nicknamed by his teammates, didnt let that set him back and went on to become one of the clubs most capped players of all-time. [3] During his time with Millwall, the team sent him on loan to Stockport County. Millwall FC - Former academy players | Transfermarkt Known for his fearless tackling, he epitomised what it was like to be Millwall, and was an integral part of Millwalls promotion seasons in the 1980s. Murray currently is the color analyst for DC United Radio broadcasts and is 11 Malone. By stopping players taking the knee, Millwall have handed racists WebBruce Edward Murray (born January 25, 1966) is an American former professional soccer player who at the time of his retirement was the all-time leading scorer for the U.S. Back in the 80s, what characterised Millwall and the other clubs such as West Ham, Chelsea and Leeds United, whose stadiums were a hostile environment for black players was the influence of the far right who often utilised footballs tribalism to organise and recruit.
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