Martin Chivers, former Tottenham and England striker, dies aged 80

Former Tottenham and England striker Martin Chivers has died aged 80, Spurs announced, and the club said players will wear black armbands during their evening match.

Martin Chivers, who played for Tottenham, Southampton and England, has died at the age of 80, Spurs announced. The club expressed deep sadness and said players would wear black armbands during their evening fixture against AFC Bournemouth. Chivers began his career at Southampton in 1962 and joined Tottenham in 1968. He was part of Spurs sides that won domestic and European cup honours in the early 1970s. Key details: - Spurs announced his passing and said players will wear black armbands at the club's next match. - Chivers was 80 at the time of his death. - He scored 174 goals in 367 competitive games for Tottenham, including both goals in the 1971 League Cup final and two in the 1972 UEFA Cup final. - He won 24 caps for England between 1971 and 1973, scoring 13 goals. Summary: Clubs including Tottenham and Southampton expressed sadness and highlighted his goal record and cup contributions. Undetermined at this time.