The first time I met Tommy Gemmell was back in the 90s. I made a comment that some recent goal was “a great goal”. Tommy replied, “Every goal is a great goal.
“It didn’t matter who I scored against or how inconsequential the goal was, every time I put the ball in the net was a great moment.”
Tommy couldn’t hide the joy he got from doing what he did.
Some tremendous photos surfaced online yesterday, including this one (above), taken 49 years and 11 months ago, a moment after Celtic’s 0-0 draw away to Dukla Prague in the second leg of the European Cup semi-final, a result that saw Celtic progress to the final 3-1 on aggregate.
This photo took pride of place on Tommy’s memento wall at his Dunblane home. It was framed but had clearly fallen, as there was a crack in the glass. But still, its prominence outranked images from Lisbon.
For Tommy, this image captured some of the things he treasured most. His face displays sheer joy; the team have already achieved more than any other British side in reaching the final of the Continent’s top tournament.
He’s carrying his great pal, Jimmy Johnstone, like a child, on his hip. It defines their achievement, friendship and an unfettered happiness. If you ever had a photo like this of yourself, it would be on your wall too.
I’m pleased our next game is at Celtic Park. Many of us want to be there.
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I’ll never forget what Tommy Burns once said to me, ‘When you become the Celtic manager, Brendan, you’re a leader of men and a leader of people,’ and I’m very proud to be here for you so thank you very much.”
https://youtu.be/eCUcsOd2yhc
48 seconds in. Brendan knows.
This might seem like the easiest of Times, nothing could be further from the TRUTH.
Winter in JULY
I’m going for it on the 4th DAY.
Hi Bhoys
Just seenposted the clip of the thugs tackle on Imrie right behind it in the stands a fan stands and applauds it and to make matters worse it’s a lassie. Just says it all really.
KEEP THE FAITH
thetimreaper,
Subtle and POWERFUL.
PETEC on 4TH MARCH 2017 8:34 PM
This might seem like the easiest of Times, nothing could be further from the TRUTH.
Winter in JULY
I’m going for it on the 4th DAY.
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You celebrating Independence Day? Darn.
Happy Liverpool won tonight,my dad picking me up 11oclock tomorrow,he is 76 in 11days, but he insisted on picking me up :-))
Fairhillbhoy
My dad is 76 and drove up to Inverness on Wednesday night
Mini said he is the worst most crabbit driver ever and that’s him just going to Celtic park every 2nd week
TTR…
Back in Govan Shipyard, World renowned as HELL…. so a Bad crash into a tree wouldn’t be so Bad.
Seeing my Nephew do a cracking jump Inspired me a lot, efter taking the very First Lesson,.I’ve watched it about 30 odd times now. seeing him raise his fist in triumph was Brilliant.
Magical.
It’s not Easy
Fairhill Bhoy 8.18pm
You are bang on the money, the 14th of May will be a special wee day in this household, more for the ones who aren’t here to see it…… I kid on I am annoyed about BRTH’s list for Lisbon because am not going, but I wouldn’t be allowed anyway, am lucky to get to McChuills for a few hours once in a blue moon…….the Lisbon trip is again a great CQN thing, even though I am jealous I am delighted for the ones who are going
Big fight result emdae????
CELTIC is always under a Massive Attack.
Like the Word of God.
It is so OFFENSIVE now.
Truth Howevaaaaah.
Jude.
I just checked for you there.
Fight time approximately 22.00.
Hail Hail
JUDE2005
Joey Garner won with a savage drop kick to become UFC Govan Champ.
B.T.
Your Dad is a special breed though, a lion !!!!!
I mean that it a nice way, just realising the written word wasn’t doing my thoughts justice.
H.T. Will say no surprise there.
BT Fair play to your old man. 76 years young and going to Inverness on a Wednesday night to support the Celtic. Massive respect. Although TOHG could give Victor Meldrew lessons in being grumpy. Hh
Ta Bhoys
DDBIA.
Congratulations. Much needed great news, in what has been a difficult week.
Great name too. The same name as my son.
Hail Hail.
Kev J.
Loved your post this morning and I truly get it.
Hail Hail.
Gordon64 9.00pm
I have never had the pleasure of meeting TOHG, but in the grumpy stakes it takes some going to beat that G64 Bhoy :-)
JNP & G64
Aye …☘️☘️
Jude2005 8.54
David Haye within 3 rounds……
Reading the recent posts about TB I recalled a family event that in my mind epitomised the man.
My dad was having his 65 birthday and we were having all the family round for a Sunday celebration.
Through a pal Tommy arrived to give my dad a present, and was we believed going to stay 15 or 20 minutes. An hour and a half later Tommy was still there, the meal had been turned off and we all listened while my dad explained to Tommy how he felt he could improve!!!
Now Tommy was just recovering from an ankle injury but nonetheless took my dad’s chat with great patience and humour, while gently winding him up in turn. Fantastic day, meal not so much!
To this day on my wall there is a photo of Tommy, my dad and me, still pride of place.
Wonderful man taken too soon
HH
Barca 5 Vigo 0 – 65 mins
Guidetti onto plums.
Feels a bit like the match against us, turning on the style. Vigo just got done by that move in behind the full back from the short corner.
Quiet on here tonight. I was going to post about Lisbon last night but it did not feel right.
I was hankering to get there this year and my dear lady was even positive about such a trip.
Lo and behold she even had some leave from 20th May for a week !
I sussed out a decent hotel and had flights priced on Skyscanner with alerts set for price changes. The subject of a stadium visit was agreed and I was almost considering joining the CQN group for part of the fun. You may have noticed that I stay away from the gatherings as I am not a big fan of large social events especially where I am a stranger. However Lisbon would have been an exception.
Anyway I was just about to press the “Go” button when the good lady informs me that she has had her leave days moved to the week earlier.
I was a bit miffed as to be there on the 25th would have been fantastic. So , I am now going 15th -19th from Manchester, flights are a little more expensive, hotel is same price.
All this means that I will be in the advance party and will be able to enjoy the sights and report back. To further enhance your reports I will promise not to report on any gym or cooking related activities. Looking forward to it already. HH
Petec
Before it happened I thought KevJ might have an epiphany moment.
Sooner later we all get that tap on the shoulder.
Really pleased for him.
Jmccormick 8.58pm
Was the Seabass added to your cooking ?
We had an amazing Tesco vegetable pizza, but had onion Bhajis with a tikka masala sauce & jalfrazi but don’t won’t to force grub on the wee blade, she duly obliged and dipped her pizza crusts in the masala sauce but the jalfrazi had her drinking far too much of that diluted orange juice…..if I ever win that lottery thing and have loads of time on my hands, I will be buying your cookbook
Hope Im around when we do ten in a row.BDJ will be a shrivelling wreck and they will need a straight jacket to get him in the van. He hates us so much you can taste it!!!”Had laff last week when Gerry reminded hjm Souness gave him a free transfer. OUCH!!!
BT-? You sure that’s know my dad:-))
GFTB.
The sea bass was supposed to be the easy part! I almost ruined a lovely fish by overcooking the daft thing. It was all the lhads fault as he rang me just as I was cooking the beast.
My Vietnamese Pho , the new tricky part of the dish was a belter, even if I say so myself. The wife thought it was excellent and it goes on the list from now on.
Thanks for asking but I will not be doing a Jamie Oliver cook book, mines would be more Keith Floyd. Lots of swearing and drinking involved.
Fairhillbhoy
We must know each other’s families at least
Jmccormick
We are not strangers. Just friends who have yet to meet
GFTB.
Meant to add , if you ever win the lottery I will cook for you. £50 an hour okay?
LMCBhoy 9.09pm
Tommy Burns…..
We are not that far away from Tommy’s 9th anniversary, the only reason I know this is my mother who was the rock of my life, like every single others mother, passed in 2008, around March, around her birthday, around Mother’s Day, she sure we wouldn’t forget :-), anyway Tommy Burns was her Bhoy, when MoJo (that’s as polite I can be for some idiot I worshipped) got sent off in a semi final against his future employers am sure our Tommy said “would fit him better if he blessed himself in the chapel” well that was my mothers mantra, Celtic don’t pay the bills….blah, blah and blah…… My good lady was already pregnant with my wee pride and joy and although my good lady was a bit scared of my mother, my mother had more time for her than me in a very good way, anyway way point of this rubbish story is…..my amazing mother passed on 23/03/2007 her dob was 24/03/1927 and we did mourn although everyone of my pals thought her funeral was a brilliant day, obviously the Huns with their BoS / EBT sponsored squad reached Manchester then our Tommy passed……… My mother loved Tommy Burns and am more than sure Tommy would love wee Rose
BT
Cheers. Wise words.
GFTB-the 14th is our anniversary,our tenth mate,we will be in santa ponsa,and I will be sitting in Sean’s and will ask him to sing GRACE,and a will give a wee nod to you and your family:-))
Jmccormick
We are out tomorrow for my mum and dad anniversary. 55years . After the football of course, I’ll quiz my young sister about you from your Levi’s days… :-)
BT-no sure mate blanur a big place:-))
I think Brendan is right when you see all the clowns that have knighthoods the Lisbon Lions should be honourd
Can we not start a petition to get something done this being a special year
BT.
Oh dear….enjoy your day.
My parents 60th next Saturday, they’re not in great health but hopefully will be okay on the day. They were made of strong stuff back then.