About Phil Parkes
Lived 1947 – 2026 (aged 79). Phil Parkes was a British association football player.
Philip Parkes (14 July 1947 – 8 August 2026) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He began his career with Wolverhampton Wanderers and later played in North America.
Career Parkes missed out on a winners' medal in the League Cup when he broke an ankle in the run-up to the 1974 final.
Personal life and death After retiring from his football career, Parkes returned to England and settled in Wolverhampton. Parkes, who suffered a serious fall in 2025 and lived under medical supervision, died on 8 August 2026, at the age of 79.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Phil Parkes?
British association football player (born 1947)
When was Phil Parkes born?
Phil Parkes was born on 14 July 1947 in West Bromwich.
When did Phil Parkes die?
Phil Parkes died on 8 August 2026.
What was Phil Parkes's occupation?
Phil Parkes was an association football player.
What nationality was Phil Parkes?
Phil Parkes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Phil Parkes (footballer, born 1947)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Phil Parkes. https://biography.guide/phil-parkes-association-football-player/
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