Ex-Chelsea and Ireland centre-back John Dempsey dies aged 78

Dempsey, who also won 19 caps for the Republic during his playing career, in later life worked as a carer in a centre for people with learning difficulties

Dempsey was part of the Chelsea sides that won the FA Cup in 1970 and the European Cup Winners’ Cup a year later

Former Chelsea and Ireland defender John Dempsey has died at the age of 78.

Centre-back Dempsey was part of the Blues sides that won the FA Cup in 1970 and the European Cup Winners' Cup a year later. The latter triumph included him volleying the opener in the final replay as Dave Sexton's men defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in Piraeus.