Goalkeeping great Kelly dies
Former Ireland and Preston North End goalkeeper Alan Kelly Sr has died at the age of 72.
Capped 47 times by his country between 1958 and 1973, Kelly passed away yesterday following a long battle with illness.
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SUBSCRIBEFormer Ireland and Preston North End goalkeeper Alan Kelly Sr has died at the age of 72.
Capped 47 times by his country between 1958 and 1973, Kelly passed away yesterday following a long battle with illness.
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