"Image source, Getty Images Former Tottenham and England forward Martin Chivers has died at the age of 80. During his eight years in north London, the striker scored 174 goals in 367 outings to help the club win the League Cup twice, as well as the Uefa Cup. He also scored 14 goals in his 24 appearances for England. Tottenham said, external: "It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of our legendary former striker, Martin Chivers.""
""We extend our deepest sympathies to Martin's family, friends and former team-mates at this incredibly sad time. "Rest in peace, Martin. One of the all-time greats." Born in Southampton in April 1945, Chivers made his debut for his hometown club aged 17. After scoring 106 goals in 190 appearances for the Saints, the forward was signed by Spurs manager Bill Nicholson in January 1968 for a fee of 125,000."
Martin Chivers has died aged 80. He scored 174 goals in 367 appearances for Tottenham during eight years in north London, helping the club win the League Cup twice and the Uefa Cup. He scored 14 goals in 24 appearances for England. He was born in Southampton in April 1945 and made his debut for his hometown club at 17, scoring 106 goals in 190 appearances. Spurs signed him in January 1968 for a fee of 125,000. Later spells included Switzerland, Norway, Norwich City, Brighton, Dorchester Town and a brief period at Barnet before retiring in 1983. Tottenham will wear black armbands for their match at Bournemouth.
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