Former Northern Ireland, Southampton and Aston Villa defender Chris Nicholl has passed away.
The English born 77-year-old started his career at Burnley but is best remembered for spells at Aston Villa and Southampton.
He was Saints manager for six years and Walsall boss from 1994 to 1997.
Nicholl made his international debut in 1974 and won 51 caps for Northern Ireland.
He was part of the Northern Ireland team which reached the World Cup finals in 1982.
Nicholl also played for Halifax Town, Luton Town and Grimsby Town in a professional career spanning 19 years.