Colin Bell Profile


Colin Bell was a former English footballer who had a highly successful playing career in the 1960s and 1970s. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of his generation and his contributions to the game both at club and international level have earned him a place in the hearts of football fans all over the world.

Bell was born in Hesleden, County Durham, England in 1946, and began his professional career with Bury in 1963. He quickly established himself as a talented midfielder, and after just three seasons with Bury, he was signed by Manchester City in 1966.

At Manchester City, Bell became a vital member of the team, forming a lethal partnership with fellow midfielders Mike Summerbee and Francis Lee. Together, the trio would help City win four major trophies, including the First Division title, the FA Cup, the European Cup Winners' Cup, and the League Cup.

Bell's performances at Manchester City earned him a place in the England national team, and he went on to earn 48 caps for his country, scoring nine goals. He played in the 1970 World Cup in Mexico, where he scored a goal in England's quarter-final defeat to West Germany.

Unfortunately, Bell's playing career was cut short by a serious knee injury he sustained during a league match against Manchester United in November 1975. Despite making a brief comeback, he was never able to regain the same level of fitness and form that he had before the injury.

After retiring from professional football in 1980, Bell remained involved in the game, working as a coach and a scout for several clubs, including Manchester City and Sheffield United. He was also inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2005, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the game.


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Name: Colin Bell
Date of Birth: 26th February 1946
Nationality: England
Position(s): Midfielder
Career: 1963 to 1980
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Nickname(s): Nijinsky


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