Fulham have announced the sad passing of the club’s former captain Barry Lloyd, aged 75.
The committed midfielder, who moved to Craven Cottage from Chelsea in December 1968, made 268 appearances for the Whites, scoring 30 goals. He was part of the side that won promotion from the Third Division in 1970/71, scoring nine times in 53 games. Lloyd was also part of the team that reached the 1975 FA Cup final and was an unused substitute at Wembley.
He left the Cottage the following year and had spells with Hereford United, Brentford and Houston Hurricane before calling time on his playing career in 1978. Lloyd managed Yeovil Town, Worthing (twice) and Brighton and Hove Albion and received his richly deserved Forever Fulham award from club director David Daly two years ago.
Barry came to Fulham as part of the deal that took John Dempsey to Chelsea. Having dropped two divisions in two seasons Fulham began the 1969/70 season well but fell away in the autumn to lower mid table. In January Johnny Haynes played his final game, Lloyd took over the No.10 shirt and was made captain.
They then went on a terrific run and only just missed promotion, but went up the following season.
R.I.P. Barry, and thanks for the memories.
R.I.P Barry, Your start coincided with my starting date for supporting the Lillywhite’s, so I have seen the majority of your games played. As Nick says you had big boots to fill after JH and did that Admirably.
A true gentleman and a fans favourite… Your time with us will always be remembered.