Albert McCann

Albert McCann

Maidenhead born Albert was invited to Kenilworth Road along with his brother and initially worked part time in the club’s offices before signing professional forms in 1959.

Making a promising debut in April 1960, just as the Hatters were about to be relegated from Division One, Albert seemed set for a long Luton career but was not given a fair crack of the whip and was allowed to move to Coventry in 1961.

After a sound first season at Highfield Road the bandy legged midfielder fell out of favour with new manager Jimmy Hill and, disillusioned, signed for Portsmouth.

At last his skills were recognised and he went on to make 338 League appearances over 12 years at Fratton Park and also earned a testimonial.

Albert later managed a newsagents in Portsmouth and ran a care home on Hayling Island before passing away in 2014.