Ron Yeats, a former captain of Liverpool, has died at the age of 86. The club has honored the defender who played during Bill Shankly’s time as manager.

Former Liverpool captain Ron Yeats has sadly passed away at the age of 86 after a brave battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Yeats was a true legend in Bill Shankly’s Reds team and played a crucial role in the club’s success during his time at Anfield.

Arriving at Liverpool from Dundee United in 1961, Yeats quickly made his mark and was named club captain just two months later. He was instrumental in Liverpool’s promotion from the Second Division to the top-flight title in just two years.

One of Yeats’ greatest achievements came in the 1963/64 season when he helped lead Liverpool to their first-ever top-flight title. The following year, he lifted the FA Cup at Wembley after a thrilling 2-1 extra-time victory over Leeds United.

Yeats also had the honor of being part of Liverpool’s first-ever European Cup campaign. Although they were eventually beaten by Inter Milan in the semi-finals, Yeats played a vital role in the team’s journey.

In the 1965/66 season, Yeats featured in all 42 games as Liverpool secured another First Division title. He also played in the 1966 Cup Winners’ Cup final against Borussia Dortmund, although they were unfortunate to suffer a 2-1 defeat after extra time at Hampden Park.

After a remarkable 10-year spell at Liverpool, Yeats left the club in 1971, having made an impressive 454 appearances for The Reds. He went on to play for several other teams, including Tranmere Rovers, Stalybridge Celtic, Los Angeles Skyhawks, Barrow, Santa Barbara Condors, and Formby.

Yeats spoke of his proudest moments in an interview with Liverpool’s obituary for the player. He expressed his pride in captaining the team out of the Second Division after eight years and leading them to win the league by a significant margin. He also cherished the honor of being the first Liverpool captain to lift the FA Cup.

Ron Yeats will always be remembered as a true Liverpool legend, and his contributions to the club’s success will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.