Hearts Great Dave Mackay Dies Aged 80

Tributes have been paid to former Hearts, Tottenham and Scotland footballer Dave Mackay, who has died aged 80. Mackay passed away at hospital in Nottingham on Monday evening. The 22-cap Scotland international began his career with Hearts in 1953 and captained the Edinburgh side to the Scottish League title during the 1957-58 season. Mackay moved south of the border to join Tottenham in 1959 and helped the north London club become the first English side to win the league and FA Cup double during the 1960-61 season. The Edinburgh-born player helped Tottenham retain the FA Cup the following season and was captain when Spurs lifted the trophy in 1967. Hearts paid tribute to Mackay, who won four trophies in six years with the Tynecastle side. A statement on the club's website read, " fearless defender regarded as the club's greatest-ever player, Dave won the league title, Scottish Cup and Scottish League Cup (twice) with Hearts before going on to star for Tottenham Hotspur and Derby County. "Our sincerest condolences go to his family at this extremely sad time.'' Hearts have also promised to organised a "full and fitting" tribute.