Don Megson obituary

English former footballer, Don Megson has been reported dead by close sources and family. He was one of Sheffield Wednesday’s greatest servants who signed from Mossley in the Cheshire League by Wednesday in 1952.

He was also a football manager who managed Bristol Rovers from 1972 to 1977 and won the 1872 Watney Cup in his third game in position. He also coached the Portland Timbers of the North American League from 1978 to 1980. In 1983, he coached AFC Bournemouth for seven months.

Don Megson age at the time of death

How old was Don Megson when he died? What was Don Megson’s age at the time of death? Don Megson was 86 years old when he died.

Tributes have been pouring in from social media following his death.

“Very sad news. Been asked to post on behalf of the family that Don Megson has left us at the age of 86. A Sheffield Wednesday icon (1959-69). Captained #SWFC in the ’66 FA Cup final. Son Gary says Don passed peacefully. Such a fine player & man. RIP. Don Megson was an inspiring leader & a driver left back, one of the top players in the land, during his great career with @swfc. A true agent,” Reported Alan Biggs wrote in a tweet.

Some fans also went on to express their condolences.

“Sad news. Wednesday legend status without a shadow of a doubt,”  a fan tweeted.

“Such sad news. Don was one of my earliest memories of following Sheffield Wednesday. Condolences to Gray and the Megson family and everyone connected to the club. RIP Don,” another one tweeted.

“My first Wednesday captain. What a commanding and dignified character. A great loss to the Owl’s family. Condolences to his loved ones. RIP Don,” another tweet followed.