I just picked up this article from a rival site but thought it was a good read for fans of a certain age !
http://www.lcfc.com/news/article/050613-twih-john-oneill-breaks-a-club-record-856007.aspx
John O'Neill was one of the real class acts in the game and a real gent off the pitch. He came over from Derry to study at Loughborough Uni and as the article points out, formed a crucial part of an exciting young side under Jock Wallace whilst still a student.
I once taxied some of John's family back to the team hotel after a narrow defeat to England at Wembley. With the restaurants all closed and us all starving, John's pal (an always enthusiastic Martin O'Neill) persuaded one of the waiters to let him into the kitchens, where he set about knocking up rounds of sandwiches. Couldn't see that happening in the modern era.
Last I heard, John went back to Derry where he set up a wine importing business although unlike many of his colleagues, he was tee-total! I think he also guests as a pundit for some of Northern Ireland's where his knowledge and sense of humour always entertain.
Best of luck to you mate. In many ways a City legend but someone who would probably be embarrassed by the praise.
A fitting tribute to a cracking bloke.
posted on 7/6/13
He and Larry May were the backbone of our defence for many years,and featured in the legendry Shrewsbury cup match.
What this article doesnt say is that his career was ended whilst playing for Norwich by an appalling tackle from a well known Wimbledon player and thug.
I believe that the tackle was so bad there was a suggestion of charges being brought.
One reason whilst i along with many other football fans was not sorry to see the back of that club.
posted on 7/6/13
Thorney a great stalwart of our club but do you remember towards the end the number of Penalty's he gave away.
Q...are there any teams you like?
posted on 7/6/13
Nev , i support only one team, of the others some i like, some i dont, some i find indifferent.
The old Wimbledon team were a very hard team to like, and played in a way that could not really be admired.
The likes of Vinny Jones ,Fashanu and of course our own Denis Unwise were not exactly role models.
However i have a lot of time for Neil Sullivan who i believe is still playing today at Doncaster??
he must be well into his forties now.
posted on 7/6/13
For the very same reason, I now find Stoke very hard to like.
If there is a falling out with Pearson, please please steer well clear of Tony Pullis. I'm sure he's a lovely bloke but what an ugly team !