FORMER REPUBLIC OF Ireland international and League of Ireland legend Johnny Fulham has passed away at the age of 75.
The Dubliner represented his country 11 times after making his debut against Czechoslovakia in a World Cup qualifier in October 1969.
Fullam enjoyed spells with Preston North End, Shamrock Rovers, Bohemians and Athlone Town during a 22-year playing career but will be best remembered for his time with the Hoops.
He won the FAI Cup a record eight times, including five-in-a-row with Rovers, as well as two league titles before finishing a decorated career with Athlone.
The winger was named Soccer Writers Personality of the Year in 1968 and 1975 and was inducted in the Shamrock Rovers Hall of Fame in 1991.
“It was very sad to hear of the news of Johnny’s passing,” FAI chief executive John Delaney said.
“I wrote to Johnny recently and wished him the best and he called back to send on his thanks. He was a gentleman and a great person. I always enjoyed meeting him. He always had a lovely smile and was a really kind man.”
The FAI will pay tribute to Fullam at Saturday’s game against Scotland.
