Former England striker Jimmy Greaves passes away aged 81

We are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of the great Jimmy Greaves.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Jimmy's family and friends at this sad time.

Rest in peace, Jimmy.

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) September 19, 2021

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jimmy Greaves at the age of 81.

Jimmy was part of our @FIFAWorldCup-winning squad and scored a remarkable 44 goals in 57 games for the #ThreeLions.

All of our thoughts are with his family, friends and former clubs. pic.twitter.com/CetXiwD25l

— England (@England) September 19, 2021

RIP Jimmy Greaves. A true legend and one of the great goalscorers. Thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/YYyLdeUHXi

— Harry Kane (@HKane) September 19, 2021

The first footballers name I ever heard from my teacher. "No Ian! Finish like Jimmy Greaves!"

May he rest in peace ❤️😢 https://t.co/mvz0k1VHws

— Ian Wright (@IanWright0) September 19, 2021

Sad to hear the news about Jimmy Greaves.

He will be remembered as a goalscoring legend and one of the greats of English football.

My thoughts are with his family, friends and fans. https://t.co/htaB2StYYR

— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) September 19, 2021

We are saddened to learn the news of the passing of Jimmy Greaves.

The Club sends its deepest condolences to Jimmy's family and friends. pic.twitter.com/7VbZvbffCz

— West Ham United (@WestHam) September 19, 2021

RIP Jimmy Greaves ❤️ pic.twitter.com/GSAEa3H4dJ

— Gary Neville (@GNev2) September 19, 2021

Rest in peace Jim. The greatest English goalscorer that ever lived. We will miss you always and remember the incredible fun we had for twenty years during our theatre shows. #jimmygreaves #goalscorer #greavsie pic.twitter.com/cQ8PaQaMti

— Jimmy Greaves (@jimmy_greaves) September 19, 2021

Everyone at Arsenal is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of World Cup winner Jimmy Greaves.

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

Rest in peace, Jimmy 🤍 pic.twitter.com/e6T6v5pPnJ

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) September 19, 2021