Footballer Ronnie Radford, who scored one of the crucial memorable targets in FA Cup historical past, has died aged 79.
Radford grew to become a Hereford hero when his beautiful aim helped the non-league aspect knock first-division Newcastle out of the FA Cup in a third-round replay in February 1972.
Announcing his demise in a press release on their web site, Hereford stated they had been “devastated”.
“Ronnie is not just a part of Hereford United folklore, he is a part of football history and has kept Hereford on the football map since 1972,” the assertion stated.
“His delicate method, and pleasant and modest way of living epitomised the person he was and he was at all times delighted to go to Edgar Street, to satisfy up with previous team-mates and watch the current day staff in motion.
“We will always keep Ronnie close to our hearts at Edgar Street, not just at FA Cup moments, but forever and celebrate him and his huge role in propelling Hereford United to the forefront of the nation’s attention with that goal and being part of that team.
“We will carry your spirit onwards. Rest in peace Ronnie.”
During what would turn into essentially the most well-known match of his profession, and one of many best shocks in FA Cup historical past, Radford blasted dwelling a surprising aim to stage the sport, sparking a joyous invasion of the mudbath on which the sport was performed.
The aim can also be remembered for John Motson’s “Oh, what a goal! What a goal!” commentary, which helped launched his profession on the BBC.
The footage is aired on third-round day every year.
The aim set the stage for team-mate Ricky George to safe a outstanding 2-1 win for Hereford.
Newcastle United paid their very own tribute, saying on Twitter: “Though against us, a goal forever written into FA Cup folklore. Rest in peace, Ronnie.”
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