Lawrie Leslie

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Lawrie Leslie (born 17 March 1935 in Edinburgh) was a Scottish footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

Leslie began playing football with Hawkhill Amateurs. In the early 1950s, he turned semi-pro and joined Newton Grange Star. He played for his regimental side at Oswestry after joining the Artillery in 1956.

After the war, Lawrie signed pro forms with Hibernian following a trial that war-time compatriot and Hibbs player Jock Buchan had suggested he apply for. In 1958, he was in the side that reached the Scottish FA Cup Final, which they lost to Clyde. He moved to Airdre in November 1959 for £4,475 and became captain.

Leslie moved to West Ham United in 1961 for £14,000 and won 'Hammer of the Year' in 1962. He went on to make 61 league and cup appearances for the East London club.

He won five caps for the Scottish national team.

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  • Hogg, Tony (2005). Who's Who of West Ham United. Profile Sports Media, 126. ISBN 1 903135 50 8. 

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