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Lisbon Lion John Clark Attained Football Immortality with Celtic, Funeral Told

  • John Clark, a Celtic footballer and Lisbon Lion, died aged 84 last week, with his funeral held on July 4 in Glasgow.
  • Clark's long association with Celtic started in 1959 and included winning the European Cup in 1967, the first British club to do so.
  • His career featured over 300 appearances, six league titles, 15 major trophies, and a role as a club servant for five decades.
  • Manager Brendan Rodgers said, "Greatness is a very fitting tribute for John Clark," highlighting his knowledge, wisdom, and inspiration.
  • Clark’s passing prompted a large funeral gathering including former players Roy Keane and Ian Wright and confirmed his lasting legacy at Celtic.
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Lisbon Lion John Clark attained football immortality with Celtic, funeral told

The defender from Lanarkshire, who died last month aged 84, was a member of Celtic’s history-making European Cup-winning side in 1967.

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The Celtic Star broke the news in on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
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