India, Aug. 14 -- Former England, Manchester United, and Aston Villa goalkeeper Jimmy Rimmer passed away at the age of 78 on August 14, 2026, triggering emotional tributes across the English football community. The legendary shot-stopper, who remains one of the very few players in history to win two European Cup titles with two separate English clubs, enjoyed a decorated playing career spanning more than two decades. Aston Villa officially confirmed his passing in a club statement, expressing heartfelt condolences to his family and hailing him as one of the finest and most respected goalkeepers of his generation.
Aston Villa is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of European Cup winner Jimmy Rimmer, who has died at the age of 78.
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