Leeds legend Terry Cooper dies aged 77 as tributes paid to League Cup hero
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Leeds United legend and 1968 League Cup hero Terry Cooper has died at the age of 77.
Cooper began his career with Leeds and spent 13 highly successful years at Elland Road during the 1960s and 70s.
He will be remembered best for scoring the decisive goal in 1968 League Cup final as Leeds beat Arsenal 1-0 at Wembley.
The goal won the club their first major trophy and provided the platform for a period of domestic dominance under Don Revie.
Leeds paid tribute to their former defender on Saturday evening.
A statement on the club's official website read: "Leeds United are devastated to learn of the passing of Terry Cooper at the age of 77.
"A club legend, Cooper amassed 351 appearances for the Whites, scoring 11 goals, during the Leeds’ most successful era to date.
"The thoughts of everyone at Leeds United are with Terry’s family and friends at this difficult time.
"Rest in peace, Terry."
Tributes poured in for Cooper from fans and former players.
Tony Dorigo, who played for Leeds between 1991 and 1997, wrote: "Oh no no no….the wonderful Terry Cooper has passed away – honoured to finally get to meet the great man at the Centenary Celebrations a few years back. RIP TC.
"Love and prayers to his family, tough recent times for the #LUFC family. Another absolute legend gone."
Goalkeeper Keith Waugh worked under Cooper during his time in charge of Bristol City.
He added: "Just heard of the passing of the best manager I worked for. A brilliant player in his day, a superb man manager & a top bloke. You gave me some of the best days of my career and memories to last a lifetime. Thank you and RIP Terry Cooper."
Leeds owner Andrea Radrizanni posted on Twitter: "RIP Terry. "My prayers are with his family.."
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