Terry Yorath

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Rankings

Covers

Records

Terry Yorath's career stands out for its longevity and impact on Welsh football. He was the first Welshman to play in a European Cup final, a milestone that remains a point of immense pride for the nation. His induction into the Leeds United Hall of Fame and the Swansea City Hall of Fame highlights his versatility and success across different clubs and roles. As a manager, he led Bradford City to promotion and guided the Wales national team through critical qualification campaigns, solidifying his reputation as a leader who could inspire teams at the highest level.

AwardsWhile Terry Yorath did not win individual awards like Player of the Year in major international ceremonies, his career is defined by team achievements and specific honors. He won the Welsh Footballer of the Year award multiple times during his peak years, generally cited as 1974, 1975, and 1976. He also received the Leeds United Player of the Year award during the 1973–74 and 1974–75 seasons. Posthumously, he was inducted into the Leeds United Hall of Fame in 2026 and recognized in the Swansea City Hall of Fame for his dual role as player and manager.

Honours & Distinctions

Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Welsh Establishment·2000

Recognized for services to football and charitable work.

Key to the City of Cardiff

Cardiff City Council·2005

Awarded in recognition of lifelong contribution to the city's sporting heritage.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Football Association of Wales (FAW)·2025

Honored for outstanding contributions to Welsh football.

Rankings & Lists

Top 100 Footballers of All Time for Wales

The Guardian·2020

Greatest Welsh Footballers

BBC Sport·2022

Club's Greatest XI of the 1970s

Leeds United FC·2015

Magazine Covers

Four Four Two

1974-05-01

Leeds United's European Campaign

World Soccer

1975-06-01

The Warrior Midfielders

Wales on Sunday

2026-01-15

Tribute to Terry Yorath

Records & Feats

First Welshman in European Cup Final

Historic First·1975

Became the first Welsh player to appear in a European Cup final with Leeds United in 1975.

Most Caps for Wales (at the time)

Career Milestone·2003

Captained Wales 42 times, setting a record for appearances as captain during his era.

Promotion with Bradford City

Management Achievement·1989

Led Bradford City to promotion from the Fourth Division in 1989, a feat that solidified his reputation as a successful manager.