What happened to Emlyn Hughes?
After retiring from football he worked as a media personality, mainly with the BBC. He was made an OBE in 1980 for his services to sport. Hughes died of a brain tumour, aged 57, in 2004.
Is Emlyn Hughes still alive?
November 9, 2004Emlyn Hughes / Date of death
What age is Emlyn Hughes?
57 years (1947–2004)Emlyn Hughes / Age at death
Where did Emlyn Hughes live?
Sheffield
Hughes had been battling a brain tumour for the last 15 months but deteriorated in the last few days. “He died at his home in Sheffield with his family around him,” said his wife Barbara.
Why did Bob Paisley carry Emlyn Hughes?
It depicts a scene from 1968, when Paisley carried off future Reds captain Emlyn Hughes after he was injured. Liverpool chief executive Peter Moore said it was a “fitting tribute” to a man who played “a huge part in the tremendous history of this club”.
How old was Bob Paisley when he died?
77 years (1919–1996)Bob Paisley / Age at death
Where is Bob Paisley statue?
Anfield
A bronze statue was unveiled at Anfield today to celebrate the life and legacy of Liverpool FC’s most successful manager, Bob Paisley.
Is Bill Shankly alive?
September 29, 1981Bill Shankly / Date of death
Who has a statue at Stamford Bridge?
Peter Osgood
Peter Osgood
| Statue of Peter Osgood outside Stamford Bridge | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Peter Leslie Osgood |
| Date of birth | 20 February 1947 |
| Place of birth | Clewer, Berkshire, England |
When did Emlyn Hughes die?
Emlyn Walter Hughes OBE (28 August 1947 – 9 November 2004) was an English footballer. He started his career in 1964 at Blackpool before moving to Liverpool in 1967. He made 665 appearances for Liverpool, and captained the side to four league titles and an FA Cup victory in the 1970s.
Who are Harry Hughes’children Emma and Emlyn?
Hughes, whose condition deteriorated in recent weeks, also leaves two children, Emma, 29, and 26-year-old Emlyn Jnr. Nicknamed “Crazy Horse”, he was diagnosed with cancer when he collapsed soon after playing in a charity match last August. He said shortly afterwards: “I will keep on going. I feel good and the doctors have been brilliant.
Was Emlyn Hughes sick in the 1970 FA Cup?
In the 1970–71 season, Liverpool reached the FA Cup final, losing 2–1 after extra-time to Arsenal, who completed the then-rare double of League title and FA Cup. Hughes was distraught as he collected his loser’s medal, and BBC commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme remarked: “Emlyn Hughes there, really absolutely sick.”
What did Emlyn Hughes say to Barbara Hughes at the end?
Towards the end as she helped him into bed or on to the sofa, Emlyn Hughes would look intently into wife Barbara’s eyes and say: “We’ve had a lovely life haven’t we?”