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 SEE YOUNG MICHAEL MC GURK WON HIS 8TH FIGHT IN A ROW LAST NIGHT!!
A future for Rooney as a Scottish referee beckons. Asked if he was aware at that moment of Tyrone Mings’ stamp on Zlatan’s head, he answered, “Yes, I was, I was right there.”
Yeah, right there with his back to the incident, appealing to the ref for a foul from the previous tackle. He didn’t see it at all.
Collumesque, Wazza!
New on celtic by numbers – considering what we are missing in Rogic (or not!) a wee evening bump – http://wp.me/p8p6sl-42
many thanks
HH
Fairhill Bhoy 9.28
Me and the Mrs have been together since 2005 ala Scott MacDonald, only got hitched Easter Saturday 2015, our honeymoon was in Santa Ponsa……we have holidayed there for years but the wee blade won’t let me go out at night, the Celts Well at 11.30pm is my whack
, tomorrow me and my old dad will be up in 416,come up n say allo:-))
Fairhill Bhoy 9.28
14th May is a fabulous day in both our families, the youngsters of my mob were worried in case it coincided with an important game, let’s just say they were told my daughter is far more important than Celtic :-)
I am a bit OCD with dates so I can assure you your anniversary will be in my thoughts that day
By the way even though I don’t agree with the “party” stuff with communions, the hotel we are going back to has 3 other communions all girls and all classmates of the wee yin, so it could be a bit of a Celtic day as well as the holy part :-)
Auldheid,
I’ve attacked you because I know things, FYI, I also attacked my smallest Big Sister for her looking into astrology and all that Jibber jabber.
We are talking about Fundamentals, My Olde Fella husnae been to a game since he took me when I waas Young, He absolutely adores Aidan. I had to get Mum to smile to make sure he’d go to see the Celtic. © of Lenny B and Dannnneeeee.
You’re a lucky man, and I know the feeling,love santa ponsa,one day pal one day :-))
dennytim on 4th March 2017 9:40 pm
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.
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They are Honoured.
In the Minds of so Many.
This petition pish is just that….pish.
J McCormick/ BT
I was on the phone earlier congratulating a German couple I know on their ‘Iron’ Wedding.
65 years! Made of steel, right enough.
Noticed the smsm making noises about now giving the Lions knighthoods. Excuse my French but they can f#ck right off with that idea. Hh
After 10.30 for Haye/Bellew bout.
G64- agree , that ship sailed 50 years ago.HH
Gooood Evening CQN :-)
Personally I do not want the Lions associated with any establishment honours
They are and always will be Legends to those that meant more to them,
Us Celtic fans
The Lions are much better than any corrupt establishment – for me I am happy enough with that
And shows up the establishment for what they are and always will be
A mistake from Brendan :-)))) on this
Knighthoods for the Lion? Aye right !
Petec
So are you saying Brendan’s wrong they shouldn’t be knighted I know they are all honoured by so many but I think it should be global
Bellew first 5 rounds,£2 each
1-80s
2-66s
3-50s
4-50s
5-50s
G64
Cowiebhoy
Totally agree….. We will bestow our own honours on our players :-)
And CQN, P67 & Winning Captains who knew more than most will celebrate our own no need for no establishment bullshit
dennytim on 4th March 2017 10:10 pm
Petec
So are you saying Brendan’s wrong they shouldn’t be knighted I know they are all honoured by so many but I think it should be global
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They should have ALL been knighted a Long Time ago. Now, well it is just pish. That Team is Timeless.
G64-they don’t need no bloody knighthood,not 50 years later
Dennytim
Globally they are known as the Lisbon Lions
Don’t need anything else
The rest of the world know all about the UK establishment
Slightly different I accept, but, Just watching the news
Who is paying for the Trumpet to visit the U.K. ?
Only us Catholics I suppose who had to fund (separately) a world leader to visit this country
Rhthym is the Dancer
Shout extra Loud on Sunday Bhoys for petesake, I gave Aidan the out to go and watch the game, he decided to go and take on the Blantyre Vics, likely lose as well.
Forever and Ever.
COWIEBHOY on 4TH MARCH 2017 10:07 PM
I agree with that. The Honours system is prehistoric, the Andy Murray Knighthood for example is nonsensical particularly while he is still playing at the highest level. I think Brendan was trying to get the Lions recognition more than anything else.
DBBIA
Congratulations to one and all.
HH
HAAAAAAAAaaaaaaaaave you heard about the wee STRONG Man?
TTR
Glad we agree on something :-)))
Right going to watch this fitba with my Blind Da – this will be fun
He said it was on the wireless that some other mob should have had 2 players sent off today – following it with, we will always have the establishment and knuckle crunchers to defeat, nothing has changed in his 80 + years in this country
For info, dad sitting, as my old maw is away back into hospital, after her fall yesterday
TTR
Glad we agree on something :-)))
Right going to watch this fitba with my Blind Da – this will be fun
He said it was on the wireless that some other mob should have had 2 players sent off today – following it with, we will always have the establishment and knuckle crunchers to defeat, nothing has changed in his 80 + years in this country
He doesn’t like knuckle crunchers I think :-))
For info, dad sitting, as my old maw is away back into hospital, after her fall yesterday
Thing of beauty that 2nd Barça goal tonight. Messi’s pass and Neymar’s dink over the Keeper, just wonderful football.
Oooops right com’n effe :-)
Mite take the old guy into PV for breakfast tomorrow,anybody else:-))
Cowiebhoy,
You take care of those 2 Brilliant Parents.
Thoughts with ye, I know it is difficult.
Tomorrow will be an emotional occasion at CP with a minutes silence for the passing of the fourth of the Lisbon Lions behind Big Jock. The biggest shot that ever was the fantastic Tommy Gemmell. Hh
Let’s get ready to ruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuummmmbbbbllllle
Cowiebhoy 10.25pm
That’s not the best, I hope your mum gets over this for the better …..
It’s scary stuff when they were the the ones that looked after us and now the tables turn, hope she is ok
Would a knighthood make the lions as good as other ‘knights’ like , for example, Sir David Murray?
jude2005 et al
Gambling here but got Tony Bellew to win in the 7th round at 70-1.
Appreciate it could end in the early rounds, but if it doesn’t…..
Celtic Mac on 4th March 2017 10:31 pm
jude2005 et al
Gambling here but got Tony Bellew to win in the 7th round at 70-1.
Appreciate it could end in the early rounds, but if it doesn’t…..
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The very Best of Luck.