Eddie Gray, the story of injuries, horses and lost talent -
Eddie Gray
showed talent that made him a legend at Leeds long before his retirement.
He was compared to George Best, but injuries stopped every hope of a
fantastic career
Eddie Gray was one of
many Scots to come down to England to try his luck. He joined Leeds and
progressed true the youth ranks at the club.
He made his first team debut at the age of 17. Leeds United were at that
time an established club in the top half of the top division.
His fantastic skill and classical wing display made him a fans favourite.
Gray became a key player at a very young age and his contribution became
vital.
Leeds United won the League Cup, The European Fairs Cup in 1968 and a
year later the Yorkshire club won the English league. Gray was at his best
and everything looked bright.
His international career stopped at 12 caps. He never played in the
World Cup despite seeing Scotland qualify three times during his career
as a player.
Gray was close in 1974 but had to stay at home with injury problems.
Brian Clough made a classical comment about Gray and said that if he had
been a horse he would have shot him.
Gray never left Leeds and played at the club from 1965 to 1983.
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