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A lovely lovely guy. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services.But the club is in mourning after announcing that the stopper - affectionately known as 'The Cat' - As a child, he excelled as a goalkeeper and was part of the youth setup at Reading, before Once at the Bridge, Bonetti quickly established himself as one of the brightest youth prospects at the club.Famed for his athleticism, grace and freakish ability to throw the ball further than most could kick it, he worked his way into the first team and helped Chelsea make their way back into the First Division.From 1960 onwards, Bonetti was the Blues No1 and spent fifteen years as a near ever-present.He was the backup to Gordon Banks in the England setup and in 2009 received a World Cup winners medal after being overlooked in 1966, as he hadn't played during the tournament.And in 1970 he stood in for Banks in the Mexico World Cup, only for England to crash out after an Bonetti left Chelsea in 1975 to sign for the MLS side He would go on to make another 105 appearances, before retiring four years later - although he did come out of retirement for short stints at Dundee United and Woking Town.After hanging up his boots, Bonetti moved to the Isle of Mull in Scotland where he became a postman.Bonettie held the record for the most clean sheets as a Chelsea keeper until January 2014, when Czech stopper Petr Cech surpassed himHe was born on September 27, 1941 and was 78-years-old at the time of his death.Bonetti's health had deteriorated in the last few years and the club explained long-term illness was his cause of death.A statement read: "Chelsea Football Club is hugely saddened to announce the passing today of one of our indisputably all-time great players, Peter Bonetti. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss

A Chelsea legend and hero. "Our former goalkeeper had been suffering from long-term illness. Peter Philip Bonetti (27 September 1941 – 12 April 2020) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Chelsea, the St. Louis Stars, Dundee United and England.He was known for his safe handling, lightning reflexes and his graceful style, for which he was given the nickname "The Cat". {{#replies}}

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All at Chelsea wish to send our heartfelt and deepest condolences to Peter’s family and friends.”Assistant manager Jody Morris paid tribute to Bonetti on social media, writing: “RIP Peter Bonetti, a Chelsea legend and also the goalie coach when I first got into England Under-21s in 1996.” While goalkeeping great Neville Southall also paid tribute: “RIP my friend and one time goalkeeping coach Peter Bonetti. "Peter Shilton, England's most capped player, also paid tribute to Bonetti. He Former Chelsea captain John Terry added: "I'm heartbroken.

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Chelsea FC confirmed the news in a statement: “Chelsea Football Club is hugely saddened to announce the passing today of one of our indisputably all-time great players, Peter Bonetti.

Please Start your Independent Premium subscription today. All the latest breaking news on Peter Bonetti. A statement read: "Chelsea Football Club is … I had known from my visits to the Bridge of late that sadly our former custodian, Peter 'The Cat' Bonetti, was not in the best of health, and had the onset of the early stages of dementia. Bonetti's health had deteriorated in the last few years and the club explained long-term illness was his cause of death. His biggest game for England came in the 1970 World Cup, but the Three Lions were beaten by West Germany they can to create a true meeting of independent Premium. Please "FA Chairman Greg Clarke said: "I am very saddened to hear that Peter Bonetti has passed away.

679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Please The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Chelsea legend Peter Bonetti has passed away aged 78 after a long battle with illness. I had known from my visits to the Bridge of late that sadly our former custodian, Peter 'The Cat' Bonetti, was not in the best of health, and had the onset of the early stages of dementia. Peter Bonetti Wiki: Salary, Married, Wedding, Spouse, Family Peter Phillip Bonetti (born 27 September 1941 in Putney, London of Swiss parents from Canton Ticino) is a former football goalkeeper for Chelsea, the St. Louis Stars, Dundee United and England.

"All at Chelsea wish to send our heartfelt and deepest condolences to Peter's family and friends. Independent Premium.

to your comment. The former England international, who was affectionately known … "How to get involved in just about any sport or activity Peter Bonetti and a series of unfortunate events GOTP Editorial Team Posted on August 14, 2018. Since 2005, Bonetti made several appearances for an Old England XI in various charity matches, notably against celebrity teams, usually coming on for the last 10 minutes of each match. continue to respect all commenters and create constructive debates. {{#sender.isSelf}} Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? A great coach.