We Lost a Great Man Today: Remembering John Clark, Celtic Legend
A sad day for Celtic as we mourn the passing of Lisbon Lion, John Clark, at 84 years old.
Today is a very sad day for everyone who loves Celtic. We heard that the great John Clark of Celtic is not with us anymore. He was 84 years old. This news makes our hearts heavy. John was a big part of Celtic. He was not just a player. He was a hero, a legend. We will always remember John Clark of Celtic for everything he did for the team.
The Famous Lisbon Lion
John Clark was a member of a very special team. They were called the ‘Lisbon Lions’. In 1967, this team did something amazing. They won the European Cup! They were the first British team to do so. John was a very important player in that final match against Inter Milan. He played with all his heart. He helped the team to win. Because of this, he and his teammates became legends. Being a Lisbon Lion is a very big thing. And John Clark of Celtic was one of the best.
1967
European Cup Win
Lisbon Lion
An unforgettable legacy
A Life with Celtic
John Clark loved Celtic very much. He was with the club for a very long time. He started as a player in 1959. He played for Celtic for 13 years. In that time, he won many trophies. He won the league, the cup, and of course, the big European Cup. After he stopped playing, he did not leave Celtic. He became a coach and assistant manager. He helped other players to become great. He even worked as the kit man for more than 20 years. This shows how much he loved the club. He was happy to help in any way he could. John Clark of Celtic was a true servant to the club.
He was not just a great player. He was also a kind and good man. He was a friend to everyone. We will all miss John Clark of Celtic very much.
We Will Never Forget
Many people are sad today. The club, the players, and the fans are all sharing their feelings. The Celtic chairman, Peter Lawwell, said that John’s death is a “massive loss”. He said that John was loved by everyone. The manager, Brendan Rodgers, said that John was a “great” man. He said that John helped the team on its “greatest day ever”. These words show how special John was. He was not just a great player. He was also a kind and good man. He was a friend to everyone. We will all miss John Clark of Celtic very much. His story will always be a part of Celtic’s story. He will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, John. You’ll Never Walk Alone.
