
We wanted to send our condolences to the friends and family of former Fulham forward Tosh Chamberlain, who sadly passed away this morning.
Tosh quickly became a popular figure amongst his team mates at Craven Cottage and made a dream start in the first team, scoring with his very first touch in a Fulham shirt in a win against Lincoln City. He was part of the Fulham side that reached the 1958 FA Cup semi-final, where they were beaten by Manchester United, and helped the Whites win promotion to the top flight the following year. He also made a massive impact on the club’s history by persuading his good friend Johnny Haynes to choose Fulham over the likes of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur when a young Haynes was considering his first move in the game.
Renowned for a powerful shot and an accurate cross, Chamberlain was a cult hero amongst the Fulham faithful. In eleven seasons with the club, Tosh made 204 appearances, scoring 64 goals. He was a frequent visitor to Craven Cottage after his playing career ended and enjoyed swapping stories with supporters and talking about all things Fulham. If ever there was a character who summed up the club’s unique identity, it was probably Tosh. Our thoughts are with Tosh’s family at this very difficult time.
A great character at FFC will be greatly missed by the old brigade
Apart from haynes one of the first player I remembered after my parents took me to my 1st game in 1958.Adored by the fans.RIP Tosh
A very very sad day.I remember walking down Fulham Road as an eight year old with my dad to the match and seeing Tosh in front of us walking in the same direction carrying his boots as he must have been playing that day.Thanks for all the wonderful memories Tosh.
I fondly remember watching Tosh play including the semi final v Man U . Condolences and best wishes to his family and friends
I have so many memories of Tosh ,mostly really funny ones ranging from jumping out the train door at Paddington after a match at Brum with his jacket pockets jingling with cash after he had “fleeced “ fellow card playing team mates on the way home to gesticulating to the linesman after he had flagged a Tosh goal for offside,great down to Earth guy and a true FFC legend ,RIP TOSH and thank you for all your great memories ,Bless you,x
Had the pleasure to meet Tosh at The Cottage when my then girlfriend and I were doing one of the club’s hospitality days. He came over and chatted to both of us – what a lovely, natural man. Our sympathy to his family – you’ll be looking back and smiling with pride soon
What can I say , he was a real genuine man.
RIP. Tosh.
Remember Tosh jumping the railings and chasing a fan who had abused him up the Riverside Terrace during a game. Quite a memory as well as some thunderbolts for a ten year old fan. Thanks Tosh.
Knew him since I was little & always a big, big character. Have never met such a warm. generous or genuine individual – loved him. And blimey, what a left foot! The Haynes ‘lambasts’ were legendary – but when he connected properly he hit a football like a missile. Always had time for you, with a story or two – they don’t make them like that anymore! Sincere condolences to Margaret & all the family …. there’ll never be another!
Tosh lived around the corner from me so we saw each other often. I am in Canada now but still follow the Whites. He will be missed.
What a great character Tosh was, there will never be another Tosh. I always remember Johnny Haynes swivelling and putting a delightful ball up the wing for Tosh to run on to, but of course the winger had not read the ball. Then both players standing hands on hips swearing at each other, and all the crowd laughing. Great memories. RIP Tosh
Thank you all for the lovely comments and memories of my grandad only just stumbled acrossed this and so glad i did Thank you
Used to go to games in 50’s & 60’s Tosh was always worth the
trip