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What was Shankly's achievement with Preston North End as a player?

  • Winner of FA Cup in 1938

  • Winner of UEFA Cup

  • Top Goal Scorer

  • Longest serving Player

Answer

Bill Shankly's first major achievement in football came in 1938 when he helped Preston North End to win the FA Cup. Shankly played as a winger for the club, and scored the winning goal in the final against Huddersfield Town. The victory was a major upset, as Preston North End were considered to be underdogs going into the game.
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