FA Cup legend Ronnie Radford passes away

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RIP Ronnie Radford

The name Ronnie Radford might not seem familiar to many football fans across Europe but in the UK, he's synonymous with the magic of the FA Cup.

Everyone at European Super Football was devastated to hear of his, and we wish to extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this very sad time.

Radford played for Hereford, Leeds United, Cheltenham Town and Newport County. He will go down in FA Cup folklore for his incredible strike from distance against the Magpies that helped secure a giantkilling as they won 2-1. 

Video credit - Steve Hume - YouTube

A statement on Hereford's website says:

NEWS | Hereford United Legend Ronnie Radford Passes Away | Hereford FC - The Official website of Hereford FC

"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. 

"His mild manner, and friendly and modest approach to life epitomised the man he was and he was always delighted to visit Edgar Street, to meet up with past teammates and watch the present day team in action.

"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 nations attention with that goal and being part of that team."

One Twitter user said: "His goal v Newcastle encapsulates the magic of the FA Cup for me.  Hopefully, he’s having a pint up above with Greavsie Best and others now. RIP"

Another added: "That goal will live on forever, and it was in the mud. How he got the power I don't know!"

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