Tributes are pouring in for former Liverpool UEFA Cup winning midfielder Peter Cormack who has died, aged 78.

The Ex-Scotland international had been suffering from dementia. He played 178 times for the Reds and scored 26 goals under managers Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley.  

Cormack joined the Reds in 1972 and endeared himself to the home support quickly. After scoring the winning goal in the Merseyside derby in October of his first season he said: “When you score the winner against Everton you’re a hero for life.”


Ex-teammate Phil Thompson has led the tributes as he said: “Another sad day for the Liverpool family, so sad to hear of the passing of my ex teammate Peter Cormack. Made my full debut alongside him and guided me through a tough game v Norwich. Condolences to all his family YNWA RIP Pete.”

Cormack became part of the side that won Liverpool’s first European title in 1972/73 against Borussia Mönchengladbach. He also won two first division titles and an FA Cup in his four year spell at the club. 

Liverpool FC have released a statement that said: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of former midfielder Peter Cormack, aged 78. Rest in peace, Peter.”

Former Reds player and manager Roy Evans has also paid tribute to Cormack.

The Scot was signed from Nottingham Forest for £110,000 by fellow countrymen Bill Shankly, after previously playing under his brother Bob Shankly for Toronto City.

Nottingham Forest have also paid their respects on ‘X’. They said: “We are saddened to learn of the passing of our former player, Peter Cormack. Peter played for Forest between 1970 and 1972, playing 87 times for the Club. Our thoughts go out to Peter’s friends, family and loved ones at this sad time.”

Cormack played nine times for his country starting with his debut as a 19-year-old against Brazil. After his playing days he went on to have a long managerial career from 1980-2002 managing clubs including Partick Thistle, Greenock Morton and the Botswana national tewam.  

 

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