What challenges did he face early in his career?

Kenny Sansom is one of the finest full-backs England has ever produced. And at Arsenal, he is held in similarly high regard. Kenny Sansom, born 1958. Arsenal and England footballer 1979 - 1988, played full back position, capped 89 times. Lived on the Brandon Estate. Mar 25, 2023 ... Arsenal legend Kenny Sansom has opened up on his struggles with alcohol and the steps he's taken to rebuild his life after he was left in a coma and unable to ... Jun 29, 2015 ... I once played in a pre-season match for the Crystal Palace FC youth team with Kenny Sansom. Kenny had not long been back from a tour of ... Aug 1, 2013 ... Arsenal say they are continuing support former player Kenny Sansom after it emerged today that the 54-year-old is now homeless. Mar 25, 2023 ... Fans want to talk about football. I don't know what the players will be thinking, it'll be difficult for the players to be apart. They're so ... England footballer Kenny Sansom with his young daughter at the team base during the 1982 World Cup Finals in Spain. 16th June 1982. © Mirrorpix. Alan Olley Mar 30, 2016 ... ... player I am going to mention. Kenny Sansom kept Derek Statham out of the England team, both at U21 level and at full international level. Kenny ... Mar 24, 2025 ... That enforced detox proved a turning point in Sansom's battle with addiction. It still took around 10 weeks to get the former footballer to sit ... Apr 13, 2012 ... Kenny Sansom, the Arsenal legend and stalwart of the England team who still got asked for his autograph, had let down himself and his family, and hurt his ...