He had a bustling style and dogged tenacity loved by supporters. He was a swashbuckling centre-forward, a Manchester City legend, and a fine England international. Francis Lee, who has died aged 79 was, said Joe Mercer, the final piece of the jigsaw of the team which would taste success at home and abroad with a mix of flair and steel.
The iconic picture of Lee with hands aloft in front of 20,000 travelling City fans at Newcastle United, after scoring the goal which clinched the first division championship in 1968, captures him perfectly – drive, skill, nous, and exuberance.
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