Right Wing
Born: Hazel Grove 11th December 1921
Debut: Vs Newcastle United 31st August 1946
 

 

 Johnny Johnson came to Millwall's attention during the
 war years as a guest whilst serving in the forces. He
 appeared in 24 games in the Football League South and
 made a good impression with his speed on the right
 wing and an excellent shot. His favourite ploy was to
 come inside the full-back and shoot across the 'keeper
 to score inside the far post. Millwall often played him at
 centre-forward when needed, although at 5ft 8in tall, it
 was his pace through the middle that they looked for, not any 'battering-
 ram' play.
 


 
 
 
 
 In 1946-47, Johnson was the only Millwall player to reach
 double figures, with ten goals. He was the victim of some
 rash tackles and twice nearly had to retire through injuries,
 back came back both times. In the Summer of 1955,
 Millwall even transferred him to Tonbridge, thinking his
 league days were over, but he recovered so well that the
 Lions re-signed him in November 1955.


 
 

 

 
 Millwall Career -1946-57

Appearances

Goals

 Football League 309 46
 FA Cup 17 2
 Others 8 3
 Total 334 51
 
 
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