Fred Keenor blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: FRED KEENOR 1894 – 1972. Fred Keenor was a former Stacey Primary School pupil who became a professional footballer in 1912. He played over 500 games for Cardiff City between 1913 and 1931 and also won 32 caps for Wales. Fred was captain of the Bluebirds in April 1927 when they famously became the first team to take the FA Cup out of England after beating Arsenal 1-0 in the final at Wembley Stadium. Fred’s success on the football field shows what the children of this school can achieve with hard work and dedication. Gorau Chrarae Cyd Chwarae. This plaque was presented to Stacey Primary School by the Cardiff City Supporters Trust. Recorded plaque organisation: Cardiff City Supporters Trust.

Fred Keenor was a notable Welsh footballer who played over 500 games for Cardiff City and captained them to victory in the 1927 FA Cup final, making history as the first team to win the cup outside of England.