Sir Stanley Matthews - One of the Potteries greatest sportsmen. Stanley Matthews was born on February 1st 1915 in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, England. Matthew's began his professional career in 1931 and played at various times for the Stoke City and Blackpool teams. He made his debut at the age of 17 for the local First Division professional team Stoke City. His subtle body swerves, acceleration and superb ball control unsettled virtually every defender he faced. At the age of 41, Matthews won the first-ever European Player of the Year award. In 1965 he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, becoming the first active football player ever to receive the honour. All pictures shown are available for purchase through the Sentinel Library. Just fill in the required details and we'll do the rest

 

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Stanley Matthews is seen during his school days

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Stanley Matthews is seen at Wellington Road School

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Stanley Matthews as a Schoolboy International in 1929

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Stanley Matthews is photographed at the City ground in February 1932

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Stanley Matthews training with his first signing, Stoke Schoolboy John Hulme, at Vale Park Burslem 20 July 1965

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