Richard Thomas Edwards (20 November 1942 – 16 June 2025) was an English professional footballer who played as a central defender for numerous clubs, including Aston Villa, Mansfield Town, Torquay United, and Notts County.Abbott, Colin (24 August 2015). "Special feature: The former Aston Villa and Notts County star showing plenty of pluck". Birmingham Mail. Retrieved 14 Feb. 2019.
Edwards was signed as the replacement for John Sleeuwenhoek the master of the sliding tackle.He commenced at right back but later under Tommy Doherty he switched to centre-half to partner Brian Tiler.
Edwards was also a country musician who released several singles and albums, including "Torquay United's War Cry" while a player for that club in 1972.
Edwards died on 16 June 2025, at the age of 82.
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Sources Notts County Former Players' Association (Benevolent Fund) 7" discography