Former Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Mike Bailey dies at 84

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Former Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Mike Bailey dies at 84
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Mike Bailey, the former captain of Wolverhampton Wanderers, has passed away at 84 following a long illness. Bailey, who began his career at Charlton Athletic, joined Wolves in 1966, making 436 appearances and scoring 25 goals, including winning the League Cup in 1974. He also contributed to the team's run to the UEFA Cup final in 1972 and helped them achieve promotion in his final season. After finishing his playing career in the North American Soccer League with Minnesota Kicks, he served as player-manager at Hereford and later managed Charlton, Brighton, and other clubs.

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  • Bailey died at 84 after a long illness.
  • He made 436 appearances for Wolverhampton Wanderers.
  • Bailey won the League Cup with Wolves in 1974.
  • He also reached the UEFA Cup final with Wolves in 1972.
  • Managed clubs including Charlton and Brighton after his playing career.
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Former Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Mike Bailey dies aged 84 after a long illness.

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Former Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Mike Bailey dies aged 84 after a long illness.

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