Howard Kendall’s son Simon has explained which one of his Everton triumphs he felt meant the most to his late father. Today marks a decade since the death at the age of 69 of Kendall, who as well as having three separate spells in charge at Goodison Park following his stint as a player, remains the club’s most successful manager.

Born in Ryton, County Durham, on May 22, 1946, Kendall was part of ‘The Holy Trinity,’ the most fabled midfield trio in Everton’s history alongside Colin Harvey and Alan Ball and together they won the League Championship in 1970.

Returning as Blues boss in 1981, Kendall’s first period in charge brought a further two League Championships, an FA Cup and European Cup-Winners’ Cup, ensuring he became the first man to win major honours at Everton as both a player and manager – a feat that has only been matched by his former team-mate Joe Royle.