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He was English football's first massive star and his bulk led to the need for ball boys.
He was English football's first massive star and his bulk led to the need for ball boys.
William Foulke was born in Dawley 150 years ago and was a huge hit with football fans wherever he played.
His playing career saw him win two FA Cups for Sheffield United and he was also Chelsea's first ever captain and goalkeeper.
