Austria in Vienna. Including his debut, Tapscott played in nine consecutive matches between 1954 and 1956, scoring his first international goal during a 2–1 win over England on 22 October 1955. However, Tapscott did not go to Sweden for the tournament itself, reportedly after refusing to sign for Cardiff City. He was recalled to the Wales squad after the world cup as part of the squad for the 1959 British Home Championship, scoring in the final two matches of the competition in matches against England and Northern Ireland. In total, Tapscott won 14 caps for his country, scoring four goals. International goals Results list Wales' goal tally first. After football After retiring from playing he moved into business, working in the sporting goods trade for Gola and Diadora until his retirement in 1997. Tapscott then went on to write his autobiography that was published in 2004 which he entitled Tappy: From Barry Town to Arsenal, Cardiff City and Beyond. He died on 12 June 2008, leaving his wife Glenys, two daughters and three grandchildren. In 2012, his old team Barry Town inducted him into the club's hall of fame. Honours Club Cardiff City Welsh Cup: 1959 Individual Barry Town Hall of Fame: 2012 References 1932 births 2008 deaths Sportspeople from Barry, Vale of Glamorgan Welsh footballers Wales international footballers Association football forwards Barry Town United F.C. players Arsenal F.C. players Cardiff City F.C. players Newport County A.F.C. players Cinderford Town A.F.C. players Haverfordwest County A.F.C. players Carmarthen Town A.F.C. players English Football League players London XI players 20th-century British Army personnel Royal Engineers soldiers