Steve Finch, Lifelong Lverpool FanRIP CRAZY HORSE. 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 . Hughes made his Wolves debut at the Baseball Ground on 22 August 1979 in a 10 win over Derby County. It was a genuine mistake," he said later. "This boy, Emlyn Hughes, is a first-class example of how all young lads should set about learning the game at professional level. The England football team recording their song "Back Home" at BBC Television's Top of the Pops studio prior to the 1970 World Cup tournament in Mexico. RIP. 6 shirt as his own, and with Alan Kennedy now ensconced at left-back, Hughes became the odd man out, despite remaining as club captain. Rotherham were relegated after winning only one more game during the season. Hughes featured in neither game but was selected in the final squad of 22. I wish to thank Emlyn for his contributions to my team. He just seemed like a nice, ordinary, well-mannered guy. I'm 59 years old and can remember when Shanks signed Emlyn from Blackpool as a raw younster who became a great inspirational footballer for Liverpool and England and he captained both. Over the years . Its a very sad day for liverpool, the country and football! Emlyn Hughes International Soccer (Commodore 64 Version - YouTube Dave Price He was everything a footballer should be. His wife . Hughes was distraught as he collected his loser's medal, and BBC commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme remarked: "Emlyn Hughes there, really absolutely sick. Liverpool were 2-1 winners, a result that returned them to the top of the First Division, yet after an FA Cup exit away to Everton a game that Hughes was cup-tied for Shanklys side drifted to a fifth-placed finish, winning only two of their remaining 11 league games as the goals dried up. 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. It just epitomised his status as a great Liverpool footballer. Then came the children: Emma, 41, who now runs a marketing agency and lives in West London, and Emlyn, 38, a finance manager based in Manchester. Liverpool did not win any honours in his first four seasons there, but Hughes was seen as a forerunner of the future which Shankly had in mind. By this time Hughes's place in the side was under threat from talented young Scottish defender Alan Hansen, who had arrived the previous season for 100,000 from Partick Thistle. RIP Emlyn. This page has been archived and is no longer updated. Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images What he said was typical, "Jesus Christ did I write that?". Barbara and Emma say Emlyn would have been delighted with Liverpools success this season. One of Liverpool great centre halfs. The statistics were something like one in every ten thousand. One of the all-time Liverpool greats. 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. He became Liverpool captain in 1973, taking over from Tommy Smith and his years at Anfield were the most successful in the clubs history. He gave the barber a photo of Emlyn Hughes saying, 'he'll have his hair cut like Emlyn's'. In February 2004 he escorted his daughter, Emma, down the aisle when she got married to David Stones in St Pauls cathedral in London. Across those weeks, Hughes versatility shone, as he also covered a couple of games at left-back in the absence of Alec Lindsay, before returning to midfield, where he had been covered by the emerging Phil Thompson Hughes future central defensive partner, but at that point a skilled, if physically awkward midfielder himself. HIS PASSION FOR THE GAME & LIVERPOOL FC & HIS GREAT SMILE IS WHAT SET HIM APART FROM OTHERS. What hastened the end of Hughes Liverpool career was the signing and hypnotically impressive ascent of Alan Hansen, whose composure and vision in possession was startlingly evident as soon as he made his first-team debut in September 1977. r.i.p. He helped the club to four league titles, two European Cups, an FA Cup victory . Fantastic player that powered the club forward. He continued to appear on A Question of Sport, where he gained a new legion of fans. He lead by example so much so that he and the rest of the team won their first European Cup on Tommy Smiths retirement game in Rome where they beat Borussia Monchengladbach 3-1. he was truly the best to ware red and will be miss by all living reds all over the world, even in a question of sport he was funny , great liverpool player, don't lift the european cup twice for nothing great player sadly missed even in heaven HE WILL NEVER WALK ALONE. Prof. Hughes group was also involved in R&D activities on ultra-thin silicon detectors for future colliders, in collaboration with the Brookhaven National Laboratory and IPHC in Strasbourg, France. A brain tumour was diagnosed and in August 2003 Emlyn had his first operation. Hughes for his part tried his very best to stop himself hugging his royal team-mate, though the threat of a handbag around his head partly did the trick. A sad day for all football fans around the world. He died in his home in Sheffield on November 9 . He made 665 appearances for Liverpool and captained the side to three league titles and an FA Cup victory in the 1970s. We had a brilliant time, says Emma. When he lived in Formby he did a lot of great work for a local children's charity. I remember this big man.. and he was just that a Big Man. RIP Emlyn Hughes - LFChistory - Stats galore for Liverpool FC! It is a sad day when he passed away but I will never forget him. They're more likely to say: "You're kidding, there's nothing wrong with you". I just closed the door on the room where he died. [3] Hughes earned 62 caps for the England national team, which he also captained. Thanks for being a real star Emlyn. God Bless You Emlyn. From the Kop watching him push the Reds to glory. He was one of the greats. He for me, a liverpool fan for fifty years, man and boy, was mr liverpool,in my opinion present and future players of liverpool should sit down and watch videos of emlyn, who to me was one of the best players that ever wore the famous red shirt.god bless emlyn . Unwittingly, when Hughes lifted the European Cup into the Wembley night sky in May 1978, after the club defeated Club Brugge to become the first British team to retain the trophy, little did he or anyone else realise that he was soon to be a casualty of Paisleys evolution policy. It wasnt grand or romantic!. All our deepest condolences go to his wife and family. Emlyn, you are gone too soon. John A in New Jersey, USACome on without, Come on within you aint seen nothin' if you never saw Emlyn. 19,681 views Apr 16, 2015 89 Dislike Share Save Valerie Harvey 18 subscribers Subscribe Emlyn Hughes rare footage in conversation at the AWD. you'll never walk alone. 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. His death feels like the death of my youth. What a sad day for Liverpool. He holds an undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a PhD from Columbia, which he earned working at CERN with Nobel Laureate Jack Steinberger. He had tears in his eyes and a heavy heart all showed in his facial expression. My thoughts are with his wife and children. Evertonian New York City. He took an absolutely immense liking to Marks and Spencers scampi. Nick CorriganGoodbye Emlyn you brought joy to this club, and even though I never got to see you live your legacy lives on. Hughes also played for Hull City, later becoming a director. A fantastic role model for the kids of today. 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. BBC - Liverpool - Sport - Emlyn Hughes dies a true gentleman and a great pro,god bless. Hughes became much mimicked for his competitive nature and high-pitched protestations when not being able to recall an answer. 'Crazy Horse' Emlyn Hughes dies at 57 | Media | The Guardian My father had cancer and we have been through it all, chemo all the horrible things that it brings. As a student in Liverpool in the '70s I became a fan of LFC and fondly remember Emlyn Hughes as the cheerful and thoroughly efficient captain. Within days of Hughes arrival at Liverpool, he was unexpectedly thrown straight into first-team action at home to Stoke City. He refused and was sacked, to be replaced by George Kerr the following day. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Ahmed(Manu U Fan)He was simply the best captain I have ever seen- Deepest Sympathises to all who knew him. A privilege to have known him. With Callaghan enjoying life in central midfield, the impressive contributions of Thompson and the ease with which Peter Cormack switched to the centre from the right, while Hughes was irreplaceable in individual terms in midfield, his teammates collectively had it covered magnificently. 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. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, 2023 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. r.i.p. 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. Sadly missed. Emlyn Hughes: The incredible rise of Crazy Horse at Liverpool FC In that decade, grieving wife Barbara and her children Emma and Emlyn have never talked about their devastation at losing him at just 57 in November 2004. He treated everybody the same he was easy-going and enthusiastic about everything.. Barbara says: We never discussed death because he never considered it but Emlyn would have wanted to die at home.. He holds an undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a PhD from Columbia, which he earned working at CERN with Nobel Laureate Jack Steinberger. Emlyn, you will always be in our hearts. Afterwards I did think, He got the better of me even then. He lifted the spirits of the team when they journeyed to Rome for the European Cup Final and the rest is history. A revolution of a system, one which was grounded in simplicity, Hughes lifted major European silverware in three successive seasons between 1975/76 and 1977/78, at a time when the club he captained was increasing its stranglehold on the domestic scene too. In October 1973, Hughes was part of the England side that was held to a draw at Wembley by a motivated, talented but also fortuitous Poland, a result that sent the visitors onto the World Cup finals the following year. The family were together at Newmarket Races in 2003 when there was the first sign of Emlyns illness. Alongside Peter Jones he was present at the Heysel Stadium disaster in 1985, saying "Football has died and the hooligans have won. Professor Hughes is the winner of the Feynman Teaching Award (Caltech, 1999) and the ASCIT Teaching Award (Caltech, 1997). After the match the team all came along to the British Embassy Bar where we had gone to after the match. [3], After retiring from football, he worked as a media personality, mainly with the BBC. He was an example to me as a schoolkid growing up that you should always play with passion and pride but be dignified in defeat. Smith also stated that he thought Hughes was trying to "set him up" and was not really trying to bribe Arsenal players. A decade later I cannot believe such painfully slow progress has been made towards a cure for brain tumours, she says. Later that month Hughes was also appointed England captain, replacing Bobby Moore, by caretaker boss Joe Mercer. Emlyn was irreplaceable it was his personality. He underwent surgery for a brain tumour in August last year and his condition deteriorated in the last few days. It was his lucky charm.. - Emlyn Hughes International Soccer (Commodore 64 Version) - Cup Mode Longplay -The one and only Emlyn Hughes.For more videos like this, please subscribe t. In an interview in March 2004, Hughes said: 'The doctors have said to me: "Emlyn, go about your life as if nothing's happened". All rights reserved. Say hello to Bob And Bill for me. Emlyn was irreplaceable it was his personality. I've been waiting for somebody to say: "Jesus, Hughesy, you look rough", but they don't. 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. what a great man not only for football but for your fine city my condolences to emlyns family youll never walk alone god bless. R.I.P Emlyn, gone but not forgotten. Hughes would score his first goal later that month in a 6-0 win against Newcastle United. It had to be M&S. He had an infectious laugh and smile great character, so young and so sad. everyones thoughts go out to his family. Roy in Dallas TexasA sad day for all football fans around the world. My thoughts are with his wife and children. RIP Emlyn. In 1973, Hughes won his first League title with Liverpool and his first European honour with the UEFA Cup, against Borussia Mnchengladbach. He then played for Hull City, Mansfield Town and Swansea before a relatively unsuccessful spell as manager of Rotherham. Will be sadly missed by many. He's still my hero. Women's Super League Titles. Hughes died of a brain tumour, aged 57, in 2004. His attitude, effort, and commitment were second to none. He for me, a liverpool fan for fifty years, man and boy, was mr liverpool,in my opinion present and future players of liverpool should sit down and watch videos of emlyn, who to me was one of the best players that ever wore the famous red shirt.god bless emlyn . A very sad loss, indeed. I just closed the door on the room where he died. I now live abroad, but I recall the days at Anfield when I and friends enthused at Emlyn's tenacity and spirit. 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. Emlyn Walter Hughes OBE [2] (28 August 1947 - 9 November 2004) was an English footballer. 8. "Football will definitely miss him - he was a legend.". He had time for everybody and will be sadly missed. Scything opponents, hugging princesses: story of Emlyn Hughes He never liked fish before., His main aim was to go to Australia for the 2003 Rugby World Cup, where England came back victorious. 2013, 2014. He loved life and people and will be sadly missed. "He was just such a lovely and enthusiastic bloke," said Bill Beaumont, the former England rugby captain who for many years was his opposite captain on A Question of Sport. Emlyn saw the danger and ran the full length of the pitch and disspossed him in the penalty area with the best tackle I've ever saw a player engage. Thanks for all the great memories Crazy Horse, RIP. Rooney later apologised. Even from a distance, Emma is instantly recognisable as her fathers daughter. May the Lord keep you. The 57 caps Hughes earned in the 1970s made him the most capped England player of the decade. Sadly missed. Even from a distance, Emma is instantly recognisable as her fathers daughter. 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. [citation needed], On 24 July 2008, it was announced that Hughes would be inducted into the National Football Museum's Hall of Fame. Thanks for the glory. [citation needed] Hughes caused a minor national debate when he defied protocol and put his arm around her. Will be sadly missed by many. It wasnt grand or romantic!. I'm his age, and can't believe he's left us. JAMES SMITHGOD BLESS, OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. 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. He was an inspirational player and he will never be forgotten. The couple married in 1972 after a typically understated proposal. In addition to Wolves, he later played for Rotherham United, Hull City, Mansfield Town and Swansea City. Added to these domestic honours were two European Cups, including Liverpool's first in 1977; and two UEFA Cup titles. Afterwards, 99.9% knew me. Nicknamed "Crazy Horse", he was diagnosed with cancer when he collapsed soon. Meanwhile, England were about to fly to Mexico and defend the World Cup won four years earlier. Smith maintained that the only witness was Ian Callaghan. He lifted the spirits of the team when they journeyed to Rome for the European Cup Final and the rest is history. , PAUL CANTRILLA VERY SAD LOSE TO ENGLISH FOOTBALL. I came in as an inexperienced player and he was so effervescent," he said. Heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends, He will never walk alone.Godbless Emlyn rest in peace xxxx. Emlyn Hughes' widow and daughter speak of - Liverpool Echo Smith was soon back in action, which meant a temporary return to midfield for Hughes, but when Liverpool made the trip to Highbury to face Arsenal in early November matters turned decisively. Cameron, Emmas five-year-old son, is a Liverpool fan and recognises his granddad in old TV clips. Emlyn Hughes - Wikipedia Icons of Liverpool: Emlyn Hughes - Last Word on Football "I have been in management for 25 years and all over Europe. RIP. When he lived in Formby he did a lot of great work for a local children's charity. ROBERT BAGGALEYI WILL MISS THE MIGHTY EMLYN! It's the small things you remember most. We've got all the results from official games, appearance stats, goal stats and basically every conceivable statistic from 1892 to the present, every single line-up and substitutions! ", Chief executive Rick Parry said: "Our deepest sympathies go out to wife Barbara, children Emma and Emlyn junior, and the rest of the family at this sad time.". Everyone says that, she says with a laugh. The reaction of Smith was to storm out of Highbury and onto the first train out of Euston that was bound for Liverpool. Gave me my favourite childhood phrase: "Liverpool are magic, Everton are tragic". He was playing for Blackpool at the time. Brief spells followed with Rotherham, as player manager, Hull, Mansfield and Swansea before he retired from football in 1984. He loved LFC and he always give 100%. Both of you loved and missed. We picked him up and took him to St John Ambulance and he came round fine. Emma says: They couldnt get all the tumour so we asked, Right, whats next? The medical team said there was no cure. 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. Good bye and Rest in Peace. As a 13 year old Emlyn was my hero and I had his autograph dated 1969. My sincere condolences to the family of Emlyn. He controversially withdrew Bobby Charlton and Martin Peters in the second half but retained a clearly exhausted Terry Cooper, who played at left back the entire 120 minutes although Hughes was available to replace him. Hughes twice lifted the European Cup, first in Rome in 1977, then at Wembley in 1978. Labelled Crazy Horse because of the way he charged around the field, Hughes won two European Cups, five championships, an FA Cup, and a Footballer of the Year award, and never missed a day's training during his illustrious career. By the time of the latter of those successes, Hughes was the Liverpool captain.