George Johnston

George Johnston (21 March 1947 – 9 February 2025) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a forward. He played more than 150 matches in the English Football League.

Life and career Johnston was born in Glasgow. He began his football career as a junior at Cardiff City, turning professional in 1964 and making his debut at the end of the 1964–65 season at the age of 17. He was part of Cardiff's 1965 Welsh Cup-winning team. The following year he settled into the side and, playing alongside the likes of John Charles and John Toshack, he finished as the club's top scorer with a total of 23 goals. In March 1967, Johnston played in a benefit match for victims of the Aberfan disaster against Arsenal and scored twice against the London club, which persuaded them to offer £20,000 to Cardiff to sign him. He made 25 appearances and scored 3 goals for Arsenal.

Signed as a replacement for Fred Pickering, Johnston failed to hold down a first-team place. A period on loan at Walsall immediately preceded a £6,000 move to Fulham, where he spent two years. He died there on 9 February 2025, aged 77.

Honours Cardiff City Welsh Cup: 1965