Gil Merrick
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Gil Merrick Net Worth

Gil Merrick was an English goalkeeper born on January 26, 1922. He was widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers of the 1940s and 1950s in England, and spent over 20 years with Birmingham City. He was known for his agility and reflexes, and was a key part of Birmingham City's success during his time there.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 26, 1922
Birth Place England
Age 98 YEARS OLD
Died On Feb 3, 2010 (age 88)
Birth Sign Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $17 Million (2024)

About

One of England's best goalkeepers of the 1940s and '50s, he spent more than two decades with Birmingham City.

Before Fame

He signed with Birmingham at age 18 after being scouted in a trial game. He was the team's third-choice keeper to start his career.

Trivia

He helped Birmingham reach to FA Cup final in 1956 and played internationally in 23 matches, winning 11 of them.

Family Life

He was born in Sparkhill, Birmingham, his father a sheet metal worker who played for Birmingham semi-professionally.

Associated With

Jack Bultland later became a star goalkeeper for Birmingham City.

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