Play Off Final Extra Time Winner
Claridge strikes the decisive goal near the end of extra time against Crystal Palace to win the 1996 First Division play-off final for Leicester City.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Steve Claridge Biography and Timeline
Follow Steve Claridge through 3 dated historical records for Great Britain.
Steve Claridge, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
3Distinct records
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1996–1999Years on this page
1996
1997
1997 League Cup Replay Winner
Claridge scores in extra time during the League Cup final replay against Middlesbrough, securing a 1-0 victory and Leicester City's second triumph in the competition.
1999
Claridge Appointed Portsmouth Player Manager
Claridge takes charge of Portsmouth as player-manager during a difficult First Division spell, balancing his forward role with coaching responsibilities.
Records, sources and methodology
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