Liverpool legend St John passes away

Liverpool have announced the death of legendary forward Ian St John at the age of 82.

The Reds posted a message confirming St John's passing via social media on Tuesday (March 2), which reads: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of a true Anfield legend, Ian St John.

"The thoughts of everyone at Liverpool Football Club are with Ian's family and friends at this sad and difficult time. Rest in peace, Ian St John 1938-2021."

St John's family has released a statement which reads: “It is with a heavy heart that we have to inform you that after a long illness we have lost a husband, father and grandfather.

“He passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside.

“We would like to thank all the staff at Arrowe Park Hospital for their hard work and dedication during these very difficult times.

“The family would be grateful for privacy at this extremely sad time."

St John enjoyed a trophy-laden 10-year career at Liverpool between 1961 and 1971, having initially signed for the club from Motherwell.

The striker was part of one of the greatest sides in the club's history, led by Bill Shankly, who took the team from the Second Division to top-flight champions.

St John won the league title in 1964 and 1966, while also scoring the winning goal in the 1965 FA Cup final against Leeds.

He scored 118 goals in 425 games for the Reds in total, and also picked up a European Cup Winners' Cup runners-up medal in 1966._Goal.com