St John, who scored 118 goals in more than 400 games for Liverpool from 1961-71, passed away on Monday evening. St John epitomised Shankly’s team, combining skilful and clear play with a combative approach to the game. Liverpool and Scotland defender Andy Robertson paid tribute to St John on Twitter here "A man of warmth, humour, knowledge, wisdom and joy. After retiring from playing, St John managed Motherwell and Portsmouth before his move into television -- his show with Greaves, a light-hearted preview of the weekend action which ran from 1985-1992. “We were just two old players, playing off the cuff,” St John said of the programme.

Source: Egypt Today March 02, 2021 11:03 UTC