Overview
- Peter McParland, a Northern Ireland international and Aston Villa legend, passed away at the age of 91.
- He scored both goals in Villa’s 2-1 victory over Manchester United in the 1957 FA Cup final, securing the club's seventh title in the competition.
- McParland made 341 appearances for Villa, scoring 121 goals, and contributed to their 1961 League Cup triumph and 1959/60 Second Division title win.
- He holds the Northern Ireland record for most World Cup finals goals, having netted five during the 1958 tournament in Sweden.
- Aston Villa and the Irish FA have issued statements honoring McParland’s legacy, with fans gathering at Villa Park to pay their respects before an FA Youth Cup final.