You know, I was crap. But I had the commitment, and I had the understanding, that the basis of football is skill on the ball, and if you spend the time with it, you're gonna reap the rewards.

[citation needed] After his retirement he was constantly being linked to clubs from all over. : Angus & Robertson. he asked Johnston if he would like to train with the team with a view to playing again.

After retiring he designed and created the prototype for Adidas' Predator football boot worn by many footballers and rugby players. He is remembered for his time spent with Liverpool throughout the 1980s. Craig Johnston (born 25 June 1960) is a former football player who was one of the first Australians to make a major impact in the English game.