The Independent

Former Wales winger Leighton James dies, aged 71

Source: PA Archive

Former Wales winger Leighton James has died at the age of 71.

James’ former clubs Burnley and Swansea – where he spent 13 years of a colourful 19-year senior career – were among those to pay tribute to a gifted player who won 54 caps for his country.

“We are sorry to hear the news of Leighton’s passing,” Burnley chairman

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from The Independent

The Independent3 min read
Brazilian Dance Craze Created By Young People In Rio’s Favelas Is Declared Cultural Heritage
It all started with nifty leg movements, strong steps backwards and forwards, paced to Brazilian funk music. Then it adopted moves from break dancing, samba, capoeira, frevo — whatever was around. The passinho, a dance style created in the 2000s by k
The Independent4 min read
Cage The Elephant And New Kids On The Block Offer Up New Albums
New Kids On The Block are back with a new album, while Cage The Elephant also return with a fresh offering. Cage The Elephant – Neon Pill A post shared by Cage The Elephant (@cagetheelephant) Kentucky rock band Cage The Elephant return with their six
The Independent3 min read
American Sought After ‘So I Raped You’ Facebook Message Detained In France On 2021 Warrant
An American accused of sexually assaulting a Pennsylvania college student in 2013 and later sending her a Facebook message that said, “So I raped you,” has been detained in France after a three-year search. A prosecutor in Metz, France, confirmed on

Related