The Penalty King: The Autobiography of Johnny Hubbard, Rangers' Star of the 1950s

Johnny Hubbard was a tricky little winger and a huge Rangers star, known as "The Penalty King" for his record 65 goals from 68 spot kicks. He swapped the sunshine of Pretoria for the grey streets of Glasgow, leaving behind the flames of apartheid for a land of religious bigotry. His story provides an insight into life through a golden era in Rangers history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 274 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2022
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

Johnny Hubbard, a cunning and talented winger, was a prominent figure in the Rangers squad during the iconic 1950s era. He was one of the few surviving members of that remarkable team. Renowned as "The Penalty King," Hubbard's exceptional skill in scoring goals from penalties earned him this nickname. His remarkable record of 65 goals from 68 spot kicks is truly awe-inspiring. Sir Alex Ferguson, a renowned football manager, hailed one of Hubbard's goals as the finest he had ever witnessed. At the age of 18, Hubbard made a significant decision to leave his hometown of Pretoria, South Africa, behind. He ventured to Glasgow, Scotland, where he encountered a different kind of social divide—religious bigotry. Despite the challenges he faced, Hubbard's journey in football provided a unique perspective on life during a prosperous era in Rangers history. He also shares his experiences with Bury, where he was almost entangled in the world of match-fixing. After retiring from football in 1964, Hubbard dedicated himself to community service. His dedication and hard work were recognized, and he was awarded an Honorary MBE for his contributions.

Johnny Hubbard, a cunning and talented winger, was a prominent figure in the Rangers squad during the iconic 1950s era. He was one of the few surviving members of that remarkable team. Renowned as "The Penalty King," Hubbard's exceptional skill in scoring goals from penalties earned him this nickname. His remarkable record of 65 goals from 68 spot kicks is truly awe-inspiring. Sir Alex Ferguson, a renowned football manager, hailed one of Hubbard's goals as the finest he had ever witnessed. At the age of 18, Hubbard made a significant decision to leave his hometown of Pretoria, South Africa, behind. He ventured to Glasgow, Scotland, where he encountered a different kind of social divide—religious bigotry. Despite the challenges he faced, Hubbard's journey in football provided a unique perspective on life during a prosperous era in Rangers history. He also shares his experiences with Bury, where he was almost entangled in the world of match-fixing. After retiring from football in 1964, Hubbard dedicated himself to community service. His dedication and hard work were recognized, and he was awarded an Honorary MBE for his contributions.

Weight: 272g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801505512