Marvin Hinton, Ron Harris, Tommy Baldwin, John Dempsey and John Hollins pose for a picture in the dressing room prior to the FA Cup Third Round match between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea have announced the death of FA Cup winner Marvin Hinton.
Chelsea have announced the death of former defender Marvin Hinton at the age of 85. He made 344 appearances for the club, winning three trophies.
In a touching statement on social media, the club wrote: It is with tremendous sadness that Club announces the passing yesterday [Tuesday] of Marvin Hinton.
“Our thoughts are with Marvin’s family and friends at this difficult time.”
The defender was part of the winning squad in 1970, the first time that Chelsea won the trophy. He was also part of the squad who won the 1965 League Cup and the 1971 Cup Winner's Cup.
Hinton joined Chelsea from Charlton in 1963, having made 14 first team appearances for the Addicks. He spent 13 years with Chelsea, leaving the club in 1976.
He has a short spell with non-league club Barnet before retiring in the same year. The defender was part of Alf Ramsay's provisional England squad for the 1966 World Cup, but didn't make the final cut for the tournament in which England came out victorious.
Following the statement, Chelsea fans were quick to send their own condolences. One wrote: "A true Chelsea legend. Sending strength to his family and everyone at the club. Rest in peace Marvin."
Another said: "RIP Marvin I had the pleasure of watching you play for Chelsea. Thoughts with family and friends at this sad time."
A third wrote: "One of the best Left backs in football history, Rest In Peace Legend."
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