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Willie Young, who won the FA Cup with Arsenal, has died aged 73

The former Aberdeen and Arsenal defender Willie Young has died at the age of 73.

Young played more than 180 games for the Dons before going on to lift the FA Cup with the Gunners in 1979.

He is perhaps best remembered for forcing a change in the laws of the game and the creation of the "professional foul" following his tackle on West Ham forward Paul Allen in the 1980 final of the competition.

In a statement, Arsenal said his "physicality and commitment made him a cult figure" with the club's supporters.

They added: "Reliable, dominant in the air and fearless, his immense contribution to a successful period means he will always be remembered fondly by those who saw his colossal frame repelling attacks and causing havoc to opposition defences at set pieces."

Posting on X, Aberdeen said the club was "saddened" to learn of his passing.

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Young began his career at Aberdeen

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