Alf Sherwood

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Alf Sherwood was a Welsh international footballer. Between 1947-57 he gained 42 Caps.

Known as the King of the sliding tacklers he debuted in Wales' first full International after World War Two. An ex-miner who threw his all into the game especially when facing the England forward, Stanley Matthews. His qualities were pace, sureness of tackle and a great positional sense. Sherwood captained Wales to a famous win over England in 1955.

Sherwood played for Cardiff City.


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