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Sir Trevor Brooking receives Freedom of the City of London

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Sir Trevor Brooking has received the Freedom of the City of London for his contribution to sport, The Standard reports.

The honour recognises the former West Ham player's career beyond the club where he made 647 appearances and scored the winner in the 1980 FA Cup final.

No-Guff Summary

  • Sir Trevor Brooking received the Freedom of the City of London at Mansion House, according to The Standard.
  • The former West Ham player made 647 appearances for the club and scored the winning goal in the 1980 FA Cup final.
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Brooking honoured at Mansion House ceremony

Sir Trevor Brooking has received the Freedom of the City of London for his contribution to sport. The Standard reports that the former West Ham player was presented with the honour at Mansion House on Wednesday.

Brooking made 647 appearances for West Ham and scored the winner in the 1980 FA Cup final, according to the report. A familiar name to Hammers supporters, now recognised by the City for the wider sporting career that followed.

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  • The Standard (opens in a new tab) — Reports that former England and West Ham player Sir Trevor Brooking received the Freedom of the City of London, recognising his contribution to sport.