Derek Saunders
Derek Saunders (6 January 1928 – 3 March 2018) was an English footballer. He played for Chelsea during the 1950s.
Saunders in 1955 | |||
Personal information | |||
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Date of birth | 6 January 1928 | ||
Place of birth | Ware, England | ||
Date of death | 3 March 2018[1] | (aged 90)||
Playing position | Half-back | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1953–1959 | Chelsea | 203 | (9) |
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only |
Saunders was a member of Chelsea's 1954-55 Championship-winning team. He was one of only two players to play in every game that season.
Saunders died on 3 March 2018 at the age of 90.[1]