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Daily Record
an hour ago
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- Daily Record
I bossed Celtic to one of their worst ever results and this is what Dermot Desmond told me at full time
The Hoops crumbled to a shocking 5-0 defeat away to Slovakian minnows Artmedia Bratislava in 2005 Celtic crashed to one of the most embarrassing defeats in the club's history during Gordon Strachan's first game in charge. But the ex-Hoops boss ranks it as one of the defining matches that changed his life. The crestfallen Parkhead side were battered 5-0 in a 2005 Champions League second round qualifier away to Artmedia Bratislava. It was a horror start to the helm for Strachan, who was already an unpopular choice with supporters to replace the iconic Martin O'Neill. Celts did come close to completing a remarkable turnaround in the second leg, but fell short by a goal as the Slovakian minnows edged through 5-4 on aggregate. That saw them tumble out of Europe before the school holidays were even over as Strachan faced immediate heat from the raging green-and-white faithful. Yet despite a ropey start in the league, the Aberdeen legend managed to steady the ship by leading Celtic to three-in-a-row, two League Cups and a Scottish Cup. Throw in back-to-back qualification to the Champions League last 16 and Strachan is now fondly remembered by the Celtic fanbase. Strachan revealed he always had the backing of principal shareholder Dermot Desmond, who made a beeline for the crestfallen boss minutes after the full-time whistle in Bratislava. Reflecting on the moment that he believes shaped his four years in Glasgow, Strachan told FourFourTwo: "Getting beaten 5-0 in Bratislava in my first game at Celtic, you think you're the worst manager in the world - everybody else did that night! "Sometimes you think, 'How bad can things get?' On my tombstone, it will say, 'Even this is better than Bratislava.' "But to achieve anything in life, you have to take a few hits. I remember Dermot Desmond coming down after the game to reassure me that everything would be all right. "He said, 'You'll only see me when you're needing help.' I didn't see him too often, apart from on the golf course. My time at Celtic was terrific after that." Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bite-sized chunks.
The National
16 hours ago
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- The National
Celtic legend & Lisbon Lion John Fallon dies aged 84
The Parkhead club have led tributes to the former goalkeeper and Lisbon Lion who spent 14 years with the club. Fallon signed for Celtic in 1958 and would make almost 200 appearances for the club. Everyone at #CelticFC is deeply saddened at the news that former Celtic goalkeeper and Lisbon Lion, John Fallon, has passed away. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this sad time. Rest in Peace John, You'll Never Walk Alone 🦁💚 — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) July 22, 2025 During his time in Glasgow, Fallon helped the club to six league title, five League Cups and two Scottish Cups. The goalkeeper was also part of the famous Lisbon Lions side who won the European Cup in 1967. Fallon was the only substitute listed for Celtic for the final. Fallon would go on to play for Motherwell and Greenock Morton before retiring in the mid-1970s. John Fallon and Willie Wallace appear on stage alongside the European Cup at the Celebrate '67 event (Image: SNS Group Gary Hutchison) Read more: A Celtic statement read: "His love for Celtic, however, was a constant throughout the years, and he followed the club at home and away for the rest of life. "His passing comes as a great sadness to us all, and the thoughts and prayers of everyone connected with Celtic Football Club are with his family and friends at this sad time." Chris Sutton posted: "Awfully sad news to hear of John Fallon's passing. "John was a lovely man. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Fallon family." (Image: SNS)
Daily Record
20 hours ago
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- Daily Record
John Fallon dead aged 84 as Celtic mourn loss of another legendary Lisbon Lion
His death means that Jim Craig, Bobby Lennox, and Willie Wallace are the only players from the Lisbon Lions squad still living Lisbon Lion and former Celtic goalkeeper John Fallon has passed away aged 84. Remembered as the only member of the famous 1967 side not to play in the final, Fallon was the unused substitute goalkeeper as Jock Stein 's team famously beat Inter Milan in the final in Portugal. He is nonetheless recognised by the club as one of the Lions and remains a legend at Parkhead, where he made almost 200 appearances from 1958 to 1971. His death means that Jim Craig, Bobby Lennox, and Willie Wallace are the only players from the Lions squad still living. It comes less than a month after the sad death of John Clark. A Celtic statement reads: "Everyone at Celtic Football Club is deeply saddened at the news that former Celtic goalkeeper and Lisbon Lion, John Fallon, has passed away at the age of 84. "John joined Celtic in 1958 and went on to make almost 200 appearances for the club over a 14-year period. "He was part of the Celtic side that clinched the 1965 Scottish Cup, Jock Stein's first trophy win as manager, and he is well remembered for his acrobatic and joyous celebration that day as Billy McNeill's late winner ended an eight-year trophy drought for the Celts. "Throughout his time with Celtic, John helped the club to six league titles, five League Cups, two Scottish Cups and the European Cup, which was won in the heat of Lisbon in 1967. "John was Celtic's only substitute on that famous May evening in Portugal, when he and his team-mates entered in to football folklore by reaching the pinnacle of European football. "After leaving Celtic, John went on to play for Motherwell and Greenock Morton before retiring from the sport in the mid-1970s. "His love for Celtic, however, was a constant throughout the years, and he followed the club at home and away for the rest of life. "His passing comes as a great sadness to us all, and the thoughts and prayers of everyone connected with Celtic Football Club are with his family and friends at this sad time."
Scottish Sun
20 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Celtic mourn loss of another Lisbon Lion as John Fallon dies aged 84 a month after attending pal John Clark's funeral
SADLY MISSED Celtic mourn loss of another Lisbon Lion as John Fallon dies aged 84 a month after attending pal John Clark's funeral CELTIC have led the tributes after Lisbon Lion John Fallon died at the age of 84. Fallon was the substitute goalkeeper on the night the Hoops most favourite sons wrote their name into folklore in Libson but made almost 200 appearances over a 14-year period and remained around the club in an ambassadorial role. Advertisement 4 John Fallon arrives for the funeral of John Clark Credit: PA 4 John Fallon during the 1965-66 season with Celtic Credit: Scottish News and Sport 4 Celtic goalkeeper John Fallon (left) and Bertie Auld celebrate with the League Cup Credit: SNS 4 Lisbon Lion John Fallon was a popular figure around the club who remained an ambassador for the club until his passing Credit: SNS The Hoops wrote: "Everyone at Celtic Football Club is deeply saddened at the news that former Celtic goalkeeper and Lisbon Lion, John Fallon, has passed away at the age of 84. "John joined Celtic in 1958 and went on to make almost 200 appearances for the club over a 14-year period. "He was part of the Celtic side that clinched the 1965 Scottish Cup, Jock Stein's first trophy win as manager, and he is well remembered for his acrobatic and joyous celebration that day as Billy McNeill's late winner ended an eight-year trophy drought for the Celts. "Throughout his time with Celtic, John helped the club to six league titles, five League Cups, two Scottish Cups and the European Cup, which was won in the heat of Lisbon in 1967. Advertisement "John was Celtic's only substitute on that famous May evening in Portugal, when he and his team-mates entered in to football folklore by reaching the pinnacle of European football. "After leaving Celtic, John went on to play for Motherwell and Greenock Morton before retiring from the sport in the mid-1970s. "His love for Celtic, however, was a constant throughout the years, and he followed the club at home and away for the rest of life. "His passing comes as a great sadness to us all, and the thoughts and prayers of everyone connected with Celtic Football Club are with his family and friends at this sad time." Advertisement Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
STV News
20 hours ago
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- STV News
Celtic goalkeeper and Lisbon Lion John Fallon dies aged 84
Former Celtic goalkeeper and Lisbon Lion John Fallon has died at the age of 84. Fallon was part of the squad that won the European Cup in 1967 and made over 200 appearances for the Parkhead club. He was the unused substitute goalkeeper on the famous night in Lisbon when Celtic defeated Inter Milan and he won 14 major trophies in his 14 years as a Celtic player. Fallon joined Celtic in 1958 and was part of the team that ended an eight-year trophy drought to lift the Scottish Cup in 1965, which was also Jock Stein's first silverware as manager. The goalkeeper went on to help the club to another Scopttish Cup win, five League Cups and six league titles as well as the European Cup. He retired from football in the mid-1970s after spells with Motherwell and Greenock Morton. A Celtic spokesperson said: 'His passing comes as a great sadness to us all, and the thoughts and prayers of everyone connected with Celtic Football Club are with his family and friends at this sad time.' STV News is now on WhatsApp Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News
