Australian rules football legend Barrie Robran dies aged 77

Australian rules football champion and AFL Hall of Fame legend Barrie Robran has died at the age of 77.

Robran is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers South Australia has produced.

His list of honours includes three Magarey Medals and two SANFL premierships, and he was a seven-time North Adelaide best-and-fairest winner.

Robran played 201 games for North Adelaide from 1967 to 1980 and 17 matches for South Australia's state side, including as captain.

Robran was famed for his aerial ability and powerful marking. (Supplied: North Adelaide Football Club)

North Adelaide has paid an emotional tribute to Robran, describing him as "certainly the most revered son of our beloved Roosters", and an "an icon, a mentor, and a true gentleman whose presence enriched everyone around him".

"It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the devastating news of the sudden passing of North Adelaide Football Club legend, Barrie Robran," the club said in a statement.

"Barrie was, without doubt, in our view the greatest ever to play the game.

" His unparalleled skill, quiet humility, and unwavering dedication left an indelible mark on our club and the broader community. "

A statue depicting him leaping for a mark was unveiled outside Adelaide Oval in 2014.

He is survived by his wife Taimi and two sons, Jonathon and Matthew.

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