Did Stanley Matthews Play for Blackpool?

Sir Stanley Matthews CBE (born 1 February 1915 – 23 February 2000) was an English footballer. He was born in Stoke-on-Trent. Matthews played football for Stoke City and Blackpool. He was knighted in 1965 and died in 2000.

Did Stanley Matthews ever get booked?

During an illustrious playing career spanning 39 years, Sir Stanley Matthews was justly renowned for his gentlemanly observation of the rules of football. In nearly 700 league games, he did not receive a single booking.

When did Stanley Matthews stop playing?

Matthews set up Blackpool's last three goals to help defeat the Bolton Wanderers in what became known as “the Matthews final.” In 1961 he rejoined the Stoke City team, but four years later, at the age of 50, he retired from professional play.