The son of a
professional rugby league player, Hughes was born in
Barrow-in-Furness, in 1947. 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. He also made 62
appearances for his country - 23 as captain - his last coming in
1980.
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.
A LFC spokesman added: "Those lucky enough to see him play will
recall his boundless enthusiasm, 100% commitment to the cause and
unrelenting passion for the club whenever he had the Liver Bird
close to his chest."
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Any thots abt tis legend?
Curious if any of us here started supporting LFC during his
era?
I started in early 80s...when Villa pipped Ipswich for the title on
the very last day 
Tis Crazy Horse must've been some character...having served his
club and country well. Anyway, whether we've heard/known him
b4...any Reds with the LiverBird close to his heart deserves our
salutation!
