Cliff Jones
Awards & Honours
5
Awards Won
4
Honours
1
Rankings
2
Records
Cliff Jones stands as a titan of 20th-century football, with a legacy defined by his technical brilliance and historic achievements. His role in the 1961 Double remains one of the most significant accomplishments in English football history. Being the sole surviving member of the 1958 Welsh World Cup squad adds a unique layer to his legacy, making him a living bridge to a golden era of Welsh sport. His induction into multiple halls of fame, including the National Football Museum and the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame, underscores the lasting impact of his career. He is frequently cited in "Greatest of All Time" lists for wingers, particularly regarding the 1960s era.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)
Awarded for services to football.
Tottenham Hotspur Hall of Fame
Inducted as one of the club's greatest ever players.
National Football Museum Hall of Fame
Inducted for his role in the 1961 Double.
Welsh Sports Hall of Fame
Recognized as one of Wales' greatest athletes.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Wingers of All Time
Records & Feats
Sole Survivor of 1958 Welsh World Cup Squad
Last remaining player from the Welsh national team that competed in the 1958 FIFA World Cup.
Part of First British Team to Reach European Cup Semi-Finals
Played for Tottenham Hotspur in the 1963 European Cup semi-final run.