About Jackie Blanchflower
Lived 1933 – 1998 (aged 65). Jackie Blanchflower was a British association football player.
Munich air disaster
On 6 February 1958, the Manchester United team that had travelled to Belgrade for the second leg of a European cup tie had their chartered plane stop in Munich to refuel. Weather conditions caused the plane to crash when the pilot attempted to take-off from Munich airport and 23 of the 44 people on board were killed. Blanchflower was severely injured, suffering from a fractured pelvis and arms and legs,
He tried to return to football, but never made a full recovery.
He married his wife Jean in 1956 and eventually pursued studies in finance and began a career as an accountant. He later became an after-dinner speaker and was a regular on the after-dinner circuits until his death from cancer on 2 September 1998.
Honours Manchester United FA Cup runner-up: 1956–57
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jackie Blanchflower?
Northern Irish footballer (1933-1998)
When was Jackie Blanchflower born?
Jackie Blanchflower was born on 7 March 1933 in Belfast.
When did Jackie Blanchflower die?
Jackie Blanchflower died on 2 September 1998 in Manchester.
What was Jackie Blanchflower's occupation?
Jackie Blanchflower was an association football player.
What nationality was Jackie Blanchflower?
Jackie Blanchflower was British.
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