Terry Dyson, Spurs legend and North London derby hat-trick scorer, dies at 91

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Terry Dyson, Spurs legend and North London derby hat-trick scorer, dies at 91
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Terry Dyson, a key member of Tottenham Hotspur's 1961 Double-winning side, has passed away at the age of 91. Dyson’s death was confirmed by the Premier League club on August 20, 2026. He made 209 appearances for Spurs, scoring 55 goals during his decade-long tenure. Known for being the only player from Tottenham to score a hat-trick in a North London derby, Dyson also contributed to the team's success in winning the 1963 Cup Winners' Cup.

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  • Terry Dyson passed away on August 20, 2026.
  • He scored a hat-trick in a North London derby.
  • Dyson played 209 matches for Tottenham, scoring 55 goals.
  • He was part of Tottenham's 1961 Double-winning team.
  • Dyson also won the Cup Winners' Cup in 1963.
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  • 4:40 PMYahoo SportsTottenham legend Terry Dyson dies aged 91
  • 4:28 PMThe Guardian SportTerry Dyson, only Spurs player to score north London derby hat-trick, dies at 91
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Tottenham salute ‘key part’ of 1960-61 Double side Former winger also won Cup Winners’ Cup in 1963 Tottenham’s 1961 Double-winner Terry Dyson has died at the age of 91. The Premier League club confirmed Dyson’s death on Thursday and paid tribute to their former winger, who made 209 appearances and scored 55 goals for Spurs across a 10-year spell. Continue reading...

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Tottenham confirmed Dyson’s passing on Thursday

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