Ray hadn't played yet this season, thanks to a foot injury, but last season he played 35 times. Certain memories persist, and from now on, will have to suffice: Ray Jones coming on against Leeds in the first game of last season and terrifying their defence, inspiring QPR to an injury-time equaliser, and almost getting the winner. His extraordinary goal against Southampton; the perfect combination of determination, speed and skill. His winner against table-topping Cardiff at Ninian Park. Or, more personally, the moment when I realised how good he was - a dazzling step-over and cross, from 10 feet in front of me in an otherwise abject game at Selhurst Park. As a supremely gifted teenager, he was doing things for real that his peers acted out on their games consoles. … [Read more...] about Ray Jones 1988-2007
