McCann, Albert

Albert McCann

Clubs played for: Luton Town, Coventry City, Portsmouth (1959-1973)

Born: 1941

Birthplace: Maidenhead

Position: Midfielder

Biography: Powerful midfielder with an eye for goal, in fact Albie still ranks as one of the top 20 Pompey goalscorers of all time. He signed from Coventry City in 1962 and was a regular name in the starting eleven for a decade, notching up over 300 appearances in all competitions. Was awarded a testimonial in 1973 and a 22,000 crowd turned up to pay their respects and to see a West Ham side captained by Bobby Moore. A short spell in South Africa followed before returning to the area to run a newsagent's in Winter Road, Southsea. He later became a rest home proprietor in Emsworth and a regular attendee at Fratton Park.

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McCann, Albert Must have been the only footballer in history who was so bandy he could have been nutmegged with his heels firmly together.
29-11-22 Chris L

McCann, Albert I played in the final of the Supporters Cup at age 11 at Fratton Park in 1965. We lost, but I was proud to have the use of Albie's coat hook in the changing room. He was a hero.


McCANN, Albert My Pompey hero.
S Lyons