‘Immortal’: legendary Celtic striker John ‘Yogi’ Hughes dies at age of 79

Former forward scored 189 goals from 1959 to 1971Hughes dies ‘peacefully’ after short illness Former Celtic forward John ‘Yogi’ Hughes has died at the age of 79, his family have announced. The Coatbridge-born attacker scored 189 goals for Celtic from 1959 to 1971.A statement from his family read: “John ‘Yogi’ Hughes, age 79, passed away peacefully in hospital today, after a short illness. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was dearly loved and will be sorely missed...