Neil Franklin: a navy blue England blazer & tie circa 1950, with embroidered three lions badge to breast pocket Neil Franklin played 27 times for England and is recognised as one of England's all time great centre halves. His absence at the 1950 World Cup, due to family considerations, was a massive blow to England's hopes. Provenance: The Neil Franklin Collection. Mullock Madeley, 4th October 200, lot 339.