Laurie Cunningham First Among Equals The Story

 The remarkable career of the footballer who became the first Englishman to transfer to Real Madrid and the first black player to represent England in a competitive match. Cunningham inspired a generation of black youngsters before his untimely death at the age of 33 in 1989.

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The son of a former Jamaican racehorse jockey, Cunningham spent three seasons at Albion between 1977 and 1979 and his name is still prominent throughout the terraces of The Hawthorns, such was the impact of the dazzling winger. At a time when institutionalised racism was rife throughout society it would have been easy for Laurie to fade into the background, but his passion for music and fashion ensured he stood out from the crowd. Forming one third of 'The Three Degrees' along with Cyrille Regis and Brendan Batson, West Bromwich Albion became one of the most attractive and exciting English sides in the late 1970s. His lasting legacy? The first black professional footballer to represent England at any level. Rather unkindly he won only six caps after earning his first full England cap against Wales in 1979.

Albion fans will remember Cunningham for his exceptional display in the iconic 5-3 win over Manchester United in 1978 when he ran Stewart Houston ragged. In the summer of 1979 Laurie Cunningham moved to Spanish giants Real Madrid in a £950,000 deal. After scoring twice in his debut against Valencia he helped them win a league and cup double. Injuries hindered his career but he was to achieve another first in 1983 when he was reunited with Ron Atkinson at Old Trafford in 1983 on loan. Laurie Cunningham was the pioneer in a list of players to have played for both Real Madrid and Manchester United that includes Cristiano Ronaldo, David Beckham and Michael Owen.

1974-1977 Leyton Orient

1977-1979 West Bromwich Albion

1979-1984 Real Madrid

1983 Manchester United

1983-1984 Sporting de Gijón

1984-1985 Olympique de Marseille

1985-1986 Leicester City

1986-1987 Rayo Vallecano

1987-1988 Charleroi

1988 Wimbledon FC

1988-1989 Rayo Vallecano

 

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