Legendary Northern Irish goalkeeper who excelled at both Tottenham and Arsenal across an extraordinary career spanning over two decades.
Patrick Jennings OBE was born in Newry, Northern Ireland on 12 June 1945. He started at Watford before joining Tottenham in 1964, where he spent 13 years and made 591 appearances, winning the FA Cup in 1967, two League Cups and the UEFA Cup in 1972. In 1977, in a controversial transfer, he crossed North London to join Arsenal, where he made 327 appearances and won the FA Cup in 1979. He was named FWA Footballer of the Year in 1973 and PFA Player of the Year in 1976. For Northern Ireland, he earned 119 caps over 22 years, playing his final international on his 41st birthday at the 1986 World Cup. His extraordinary longevity, shot-stopping ability and gentle demeanour made him universally respected.
Being the first goalkeeper to score in top-flight English football
He played his final international on his 41st birthday at the 1986 World Cup, and is one of the few players to have played for both Tottenham and Arsenal and be loved by fans of both clubs.
Did You Know?How They Played
Exceptional shot-stopper with huge hands, great positioning and ability to distribute the ball accurately
Lasting Impact
Regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time and Northern Ireland's most capped player
Career Honours
- FA Cup 2x
- League Cup 2x
- UEFA Cup 1972
- FWA FOTY 1973
- FA Cup 1967
- FA Cup 1984
- League Cup 1971
- League Cup 1973
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watford | 1963–1964 | 591 | 0 | #1 |
| Arsenal | 1977–1985 | 77 | 0 | #12 |
| Newry Town | 1961–1963 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 1964–1977 | 472 | 1 | #12 |
| Northern Irish | — | 119 | — | — |