3, Geoff Strong and Gordon Milne were asked to cover at left-back, with Strong adapting to the position well enough to eventually be handed the role on a regular basis, while hope remained that Byrne would overcome his injury. R.I.P Emlyn, gone but not forgotten. He was our captain when I saw my first game at Anfield, and his love of the game, and our club was infectious. He never dreamt of losing any game.". i am so sad and wish to pass my thoughts to his family and all football fans,it does'nt matter which team you follow when a great human being is taken from this world so young rip emlyn. His medals say it all. Hughes was now predominantly a central defender and played in a tactically disastrous team against Italy in Rome, which marked the lowest point of Revie's tenure as England manager. Give our best wishes to Shanks when you see him. RIP, Emlyn. In another interview, Smith scathed: "The only mates he had in all his time at Liverpool were straight out of a vending machine". Four days later, Hughes captained Liverpool to a 31 win over Borussia Mnchengladbach in Rome to win the 1977 European Cup Final, the first time the team won Europe's most prestigious club title. What an introduction! The couple married in 1972 after a typically understated proposal. Dave Price He was everything a footballer should be. John Toshack, who made his name as a Liverpool striker in the 1970s, told BBC Radio Five Live that Hughes would have played an outstanding role in any dressing room. Emlyn Hughes was a great ambassador for English football. Emma says: Its happened a few times recently with Liverpool doing so well and when Cameron sees them he says, Thats my grandaddy with the big cup, grandaddy who lives on a big cloud.. The doctor called that night.. ", Rick Parry, chief executive of Liverpool football club, said: "Our deepest sympathies go out to wife Barbara, children Emma and Emlyn junior, and the rest of the family at this sad time. "What's the magic word ?" He will be sadly missed. Bill CorryAnd so Peace, Great Smiler, Emlyn Who showed, by example, That life could be fun and exciting On forelorn rain-swept Nothern days Who put colour, suprise and confidence Back into our often greyed-out lives To defy the odds and gravity And allow our dreams to unfold As as we never, ever dared hope. G Royan - Kuala LumpurAs a foreign student in Liverpool in the mid to late 70's, my introduction to English (and European)football was through the great team of Liverpool FC. Everyone says that, she says with a laugh. Even as the 1969/70 season began, apart from the occasional insistence of footballing gravity, Shankly was remaining loyal to many of his mid-1960s team, and he felt vindicated in his decision-making by an impressive start to the campaign. We went back and carried on., Three weeks later Emlyn fell off his bike. Nigel Cooke (Derry, N. Ireland)As a Reds fan since the 60s, I was delighted to meet Emlyn at my local club, Derry City FC, in the mid-80s when he was doing a feature for BBC television. They won the title but lost the FA Cup final to bitter rivals Manchester United. Tantalisingly close misses were experienced in the title race during the 1967/68 and 1968/69 seasons, and it was the sense that his team were only a hairs breadth away from new successes that stopped Shankly indulging in significant structural changes to his squad, apart from opting Hateley out and replacing him with the more aesthetically pleasing Alun Evans. He eventually made 650 appearances for the Reds and captained his country 23 times, being named Footballer of the Year in 1977, and could play full back, centre back and midfield. It caused a domino effect that was to prove both a blessing and a curse, as Shankly delayed disbanding much of the team that brought Liverpool two league titles and a belated first FA Cup during the mid-1960s, along with the clubs first major European final. markI only saw him play once, and crowd were singing about 'The Mighty Emlyn' How true, Andrew - South WalesA very very sad day for Liverpool FC and football in general, RIP Emlyn, John Hastings, CumbriaI'm too young to have seen Emlyn Hughes play, but I know he was an inspirational captain, none more so than in 1977, when Liverpool had lost the FA Cup Final (and with it a possible Treble). . Thanks Emlyn. you will be sorely missed, Jordan KennedyLiverpool f.c lost a great man. Thanks Emlyn for your style, it was unique and classy. Growing up as a teenager in the 70's and watching the Reds gave us all some of the most magical experiences we could ever wish for. He never liked fish before., His main aim was to go to Australia for the 2003 Rugby World Cup, where England came back victorious. As a scot and a Aberdeen fan i wish to express my sympathy to the family of Emylin Hughes. "He liked the dressing room humour, that mickey-taking, and he was trying to laugh at himself as well. mark ipswich fanwhat a great man not only for football but for your fine city my condolences to emlyns family youll never walk alone god bless. I knew nothing about football but a friend and I went to collect the teams autographs, when we came to a table where I recognised Kevin Keegan and we passed our sheets of paper around for signing. My thoughts are with his wife and children. He loved LFC and he always give 100%. [11], Hughes was voted at No.10 on the official Liverpool Football Club web site poll "100 Players Who Shook The Kop". Emlyn walked Emma down the aisle when she married husband Dave in February 2004 at St Pauls Cathedral (a privilege afforded by Emlyns OBE) before a second operation left him with permanent damage to his left side. Even from a distance, Emma is instantly recognisable as her fathers daughter. Emma explains: Dad was chatting when he just went fell over sideways. After Liverpool were beaten by Second Division side Watford in the quarter finals of the FA Cup, Shankly made a decision to clear out many of the senior players who had in the previous eight years won two League titles, an FA Cup, and reached a European Cup Winners Cup final, and recruit younger players to replace them. England forward Wayne Rooney attracted controversy after throwing his black armband to the floor, following a 42nd minute substitution for Alan Smith. The family were together at Newmarket Races in 2003 when there was the first sign of Emlyns illness. his passion both on and off the field was admirable. God Bless You Emlyn. It is almost 10 years since a brain tumour claimed the life of the life of one of Britains most famous and inspirational sportsmen, Towards the end as she helped him into bed or on to the sofa, Emlyn Hughes would look intently into wife Barbaras eyes and say: Weve had a lovely life havent we?. Hed just come back from the 1970 World Cup in Mexico and he said, I think its time we thought about getting married everybodys beginning to talk about us. Guy FinchNo fan will ever walk alone. In an interview in March 2004, Hughes said: 'The doctors. - Emlyn Hughes International Soccer (Commodore 64 Version) - Cup Mode Longplay -The one and only Emlyn Hughes.For more videos like this, please subscribe t. My abiding memory, Euro cups and League championships excepted, was when be scored two barnstorming goals at Goodison to give us victory over the blues. Scottish through and through but my team is Liverpool. It is almost 10 years since a brain tumour claimed the life of the life of one of Britains most famous and inspirational sportsmen, and that positive outlook, cheerful in the very face of death, is among the many memories that his family treasure. will will miss u. we hope u r.i.p. As a 13 year old Emlyn was my hero and I had his autograph dated 1969. Liverpool lost to Manchester United in the FA Cup semi-finals, with Hughes caught out of position for the winning goal. kaz from margate the world will be a sadder place without one of liverpools best ever players. [3] He was made an OBE in 1980 for his services to sport. But he was never spoilt and aloof like some of todays stars and his down-to-earth attitude endeared him to millions, especially on BBC1s A Question of Sport. [6] Smith said he never told Shankly because it would have "broken his heart".[7]. His hair was a bit odd because of the radiotherapy. It just epitomised his status as a great Liverpool footballer. u were the gratest player of all times. The statistics were something like one in every ten thousand. He taught at Caltech for 11 years before returning to Columbia in 2006. Emlyn, you will always be in our hearts. My memory of meeting with Emlyn Hughes is rather unusual, I was out in Moscow with my late (d.22/07/2002) husband Albert's job in the early 70's when the England football team came to play, all the Ex Pats went to the match of course to support them. My thoughts are with his wife and children. I just closed the door on the room where he died. Across the next five years, the trophies and the medals tumbled in Liverpools direction, as Hughes captained the club under Bob Paisley to three further league titles, two European Cups and one UEFA Cup, along with a handful of Charity Shields and a European Super Cup. The family are backing Brain Tumour Researchs new World Cup fundraising drive called Host for Hope: Game On. Hughes appeared again for England in the quarter-final of the 1972 European Championships, again under Ramsey, again facing West Germany, again with the same result; victory for West Germany. All rights reserved - LFCHistory.net - [emailprotected] - This is an independent website not owned by Liverpool Football Club. . Emlyn Hughes '87 GSAS is a professor of physics and the deputy chair of the physics department. SADLY MISSED. Jo cardiff Emlyn was a great player an takes me back to my childhood in the 70's when we the reds were the best.god bless thoughts are with Emlyns family you'll never walk alone. if only l`pool had one like you we might be brill again, I first sttod on the kop in 1964 - and still attend most matches at Anfield. Smith and Hughes' off-field relationship, already strained due to the bribery incident 18 months earlier, fractured beyond all repair after this, although it never visibly affected their football. R.I.P Emlyn, gone but not forgotten. Smith maintained that the only witness was Ian Callaghan. His later years were spent living in Yorkshire, living in a quiet cul-de-sac just outside Sheffield, and it was there he collapsed. You will be always in our minds, Hughes. Hughes hosted the short-lived BBC game show Box Clever during 1986 and 1987. I just closed the door on the room where he died. So Dad just said, Oh right. Scouses from the Bay Area of the USA. DunnyLFC Legend, the first centre-half who could take someone on and put it in the net like a centre-forward. Now you're with Shanks, Crazy Horse. Hughes would sporadically return to action, usually at left-back as cover, or occasionally in place of an inconsistent Kennedy; he would play his last games for Liverpool in the two unsuccessful attempts to beat Manchester United in the 1979 FA Cup semi-final, occasions that came fast off the back of Hughes testimonial game against Borussia Monchengladbach. 19,681 views Apr 16, 2015 89 Dislike Share Save Valerie Harvey 18 subscribers Subscribe Emlyn Hughes rare footage in conversation at the AWD. Honest, trustworthy, loyal, respectful, passionate and skilful. He joined Mansfield Town briefly in 1983 but did not make any appearances for the club. Hughes was married to Barbara and had a son and daughter, both named after him (Emlyn Jr. and Emma Lynn).[10]. We had a brilliant time, says Emma. Hed just come back from the 1970 World Cup in Mexico and he said, I think its time we thought about getting married everybodys beginning to talk about us. He retired from football altogether in 1983 and went on to enjoy a successful television career, appearing as a captain alongside Bill Beaumont on the BBCs A Question of Sport and on the TV show Sporting Triangles. Hughes would ultimately never play in a World Cup. His last public appearance was at the 2004 Grand National, seven months before his death; he was interviewed on Grandstand as an owner of Mantles Prince, one of the runners. Lawrence Dallaglios mum gave him an England cap so he wore that. This page has been archived and is no longer updated. Former soccer star Emlyn Hughes was recovering after an operation to remove a brain tumour. We also got to mingle with the team at the Queens Birthday Party at the embassy the following day. He was nicknamed the Crazy Horse during his thirteen year spell with the Reds; during his time at Anfield he won five league titles, two European Cups, one FA Cup and two UEFA Cups, was awarded the OBE in 1980 and won 62 caps for his country. Farewell Mighty Emlyn. Hughes captained England for all of Mercer's seven games in charge, and initially maintained the role when Don Revie was appointed as Ramsey's permanent successor. He began his playing career at Blackpool but was signed by Bill Shankly for Liverpool in 1967, playing 657 games during 12 years at Anfield. 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SueAlways gave an autograph and a smile to the waiting fans when he came out of training, fabulous player maybe now having a pint or to with bill, Steve BeechA truely classy guy, and what a footballer. He also became only the fifth player to represent England in three separate decades, joining Jesse Pennington, Stanley Matthews, Bobby Charlton and Peter Shilton. But now in todays exclusive interview Barbara and Emma open up about the irreplaceable man known to millions by his nickname Crazy Horse, the skipper of an illustrious Liverpool side and the England team, before he brought his infectious enthusiasm to TV quiz A Question of Sport. You've lost a star. Emlyn Hughes, captain of Liverpool and England, a forceful and exuberant left-half, whose charging runs upfield earned him the nickname Crazy Horse, has died aged 57. Emlyn Hughes, the former England and Liverpool captain whose distinctive voice and infectious laugh endeared him to a generation of television viewers on A Question of Sport, died yesterday. The Kop duly cheered! Emlyn Hughes, captain of Liverpool and England, a forceful and exuberant left-half, whose charging runs upfield earned him the nickname Crazy Horse, has died aged 57. Emlyn made 62 appearances for England, 23 as captain, and scored huge triumphs with Liverpool then Wolves. Emma says: They couldnt get all the tumour so we asked, Right, whats next? The medical team said there was no cure. BBC Sport's Mark Lawrenson said Hughes, who captained England 23 times and won two European Cups and four league titles with Liverpool, was one of the sport's true greats. His research involves searching for new physics at the Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland. Gave me my favourite childhood phrase: "Liverpool are magic, Everton are tragic". He died where he wanted to die!. Both of you loved and missed. Give our best wishes to Shanks when you see him. Emlyn walked Emma down the aisle when she married husband Dave in February 2004 at St Paul's Cathedral (a privilege afforded by Emlyn's OBE) before a second operation left him with permanent . "What's the magic word ?" Former Reds captain and manager Graeme Souness told BBC Radio Five Live: "He was an absolute legend. Rest in peace Crazy Horse, we'll miss you. And so Peace, Great Smiler, Emlyn Who showed, by example, That life could be fun and exciting On forelorn rain-swept Nothern days Who put colour, suprise and confidence Back into our often greyed-out lives To defy the odds and gravity And allow our dreams to unfold As as we never, ever dared hope. Its a very sad day for liverpool, the country and football! you gave me many wonderful memories of matches at Anfield and Europe, you will never be forgotten. Emlyn Hughes was the epitome of enthusiasm for the game, loyalty to club and country, and all-round professionalism that is so rarely seen today. He joined our party and signed autographs for everyone who requested one. Tameem AdelYou taught us how it feels to be a footballer. The couple married in 1972 after a typically understated proposal. Keith DiamondFantastic player that powered the club forward. He would just give 110%," he said. However, after the first two qualifiers for the 1976 European Championships, Revie dropped Hughes from the team, giving the captaincy to Hughes' former Blackpool teammate Alan Ball. He had time for everybody and will be sadly missed. Emlyn Hughes, the former England and Liverpool captain whose distinctive voice and infectious laugh endeared him to a generation of television viewers on A Question of Sport, died yesterday from a brain tumour at the age of 57. Emlyn gave 110% you deserve all the credit you get see you on the other side. He was playing for Blackpool at the time. A very sad loss, indeed. r.i.p. Hughes moved to Wolves in 1979, and a year later his new team won the League Cup while he was awarded an OBE for services to sport. jennifer TriggsMy memory of meeting with Emlyn Hughes is rather unusual, I was out in Moscow with my late (d.22/07/2002) husband Albert's job in the early 70's when the England football team came to play, all the Ex Pats went to the match of course to support them. In 1979, Hughes became a team captain on the long-running BBC quiz A Question of Sport, opposite the former rugby union footballer Gareth Edwards. Players who have taken 5+ penalties for Liverpool FC. steveAs a scot and a Aberdeen fan i wish to express my sympathy to the family of Emylin Hughes. from Stanford. Barbara says: We never discussed death because he never considered it but Emlyn would have wanted to die at home., It happened on the day she was arranging a hospice place for him. What a sad day for Liverpool. what a great man not only for football but for your fine city my condolences to emlyns family youll never walk alone god bless. Hughes was distraught as he collected his loser's medal, and BBC commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme remarked: "Emlyn Hughes there, really absolutely sick. Within days of Hughes arrival at Liverpool, he was unexpectedly thrown straight into first-team action at home to Stoke City. He never liked fish before.. 1964 interview with future Liverpool star Emlyn Hughes. As a foreign student in Liverpool in the mid to late 70's, my introduction to English (and European)football was through the great team of Liverpool FC. [citation needed] He once identified a picture of a heavily muddied jockey as John Reid, only to be told it was Princess Anne. He holds an undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a PhD from Columbia, which he earned working at CERN with Nobel Laureate Jack Steinberger. Barbara says: Emlyn would have loved the idea of it have a party, watch football, and raise money for a wonderful cause.. All our deepest condolences go to his wife and family. Id gone to get him some tablets and then the doctor, whod visit on his way home, said, You havent got much time., So I went in and that was it. A great loss to everyone. It is placed in front of a new office building on Abbey Road which was also named Emlyn Hughes House after him. Alongside Peter Jones again, he was present at the Hillsborough disaster in April 1989. r.i.p. Bryan JenningsI'll never forget Emlyn Hughes, he was everything to me as a boy growing up. KeithEmlyn Hughes was the epitome of enthusiasm for the game, loyalty to club and country, and all-round professionalism that is so rarely seen today. After the match the team all came along to the British Embassy Bar where we had gone to after the match. Stephen WallaceAs a young lad I have ever lating memories of Emlyn lifting the European Cup & being involved in that great era for Liverpool Football Club.. he's one of the reasons I'm an Ulster Red today,will also never forget his laugh on Question of Sport,deepest sympathy to his family.. Chris HaddenAs a teenager in the 70's Emlyn was an inspiration and role model to me. I was so happy to see that big grin of Emlyns when he lifted the cup. Hes still there, she says. I once met Emlyn at Warwich races and he was a true gentleman. and it dawned on me - he played the game in the spirit it was always meant to be played - and the spirit I enjoyed watching it played. I would have been very pleased to have had Emlyn in any of my squads. "Before that, I was a footballer maybe 15% of people knew. Shirley CoeThe King is dead. His reputation was sealed a few weeks later when he identified a picture of the princess as the jockey John Reid. He played in the next game in the same position. Gave it his all, not only for the Liver Bird, but anything he set out to do.