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Roy Tunks

b. 1951

English footballer (born 1951)

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About Roy Tunks

Born 1951. Roy Tunks is a British association football player.

Roy William Tunks (born 21 January 1951) is a German-born English former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He made over 850 appearances in a playing career spanning over twenty years.

He was signed for a record fee by Preston North End in 1974 as a goalkeeper from Rotherham United where he was known as the "boy with the golden gloves". He played well over 300 games for Preston North End, and was the club's Player of the Year for the 1979–80 season.

He moved to Wigan Athletic in 1981, and was part of the team that won the Associate Members' Cup in 1985.

After retiring in 1990, Tunks moved into coaching. He joined the FA and worked with England youngsters at under 16 to under 20 level. He also worked at Premier League clubs Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United as a goalkeeping coach. He was part of the backroom staff at Tranmere Rovers before moving on to become head of Goalkeeping Department at Manchester City F.C

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Roy William Tunks

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Roy Tunks?

English footballer (born 1951)

When was Roy Tunks born?

Roy Tunks was born on 21 January 1951 in Wuppertal.

What is Roy Tunks's occupation?

Roy Tunks is an association football player.

What nationality is Roy Tunks?

Roy Tunks is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Roy Tunks

· Wikidata: Q7373436

· DBpedia: Roy Tunks

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