Former Aston Villa striker Gary Shaw, a key player in the club’s surprising victory in the European Cup in 1982, passed away at the age of 63. Shaw was part of the Villa team that secured the First Division title in 1981 and went on to defeat Bayern Munich in the European Cup final the following year. He recently succumbed to a head injury sustained from a fall after being hospitalized. Aston Villa expressed deep sadness over his passing and highlighted Shaw’s contributions to the team’s success in the 1980s. Shaw, who scored a total of 79 goals in 213 appearances for Villa, was praised for his skills and impact on the field. His death coincided with Villa’s return to the Champions League after 41 years, prompting manager Unai Emery to call for a win in honor of Shaw. Emery extended his condolences to Shaw’s family and the Villa supporters, emphasizing the significance of Shaw’s role in the club’s history. Shaw’s career saw a decline due to a knee injury, leading to his retirement after several surgeries. Despite his early retirement, Shaw remained involved in the football world as a statistical analyst and matchday ambassador for Villa.
Former Villa striker, Shaw, dies at 63
