European Cup winner Rimmer dies aged 78
European Cup winner and former Aston Villa and Manchester United goalkeeper Jimmy Rimmer dies at the age of 78.
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"Such sad news to hear Jimmy Rimmer has passed away, rest in peace and lots of love to Jimmy's family x."
— Alex Stepney , Athlete
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European Cup winner and former Aston Villa and Manchester United goalkeeper Jimmy Rimmer dies at the age of 78.
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