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Celtic captain Billy McNeill, and Liverpool captain Ron Yeats
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Celtic captain Billy McNeill, and Liverpool captain Ron Yeats
Celtic captain Billy McNeill, and Liverpool captain Ron Yeats, shake hands before the first leg of the European cup winners cup, semi-final, at Celtic Park, Glasgow. April 1966 P007128
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Glasgow
Scotland
Media ID 21557980
© Mirrorpix
European Cup Winners Cup Hand Shake Mascot Referee
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In this iconic photograph, two legendary football captains, Celtic's Billy McNeill and Liverpool's Ron Yeats, share a moment of sportsmanship before the highly anticipated first leg of the European Cup Winners' Cup semi-final at Celtic Park in Glasgow. The year is 1966, and both teams are ready to battle it out on the pitch for glory. The image captures a powerful symbol of respect as these two towering figures meet at midfield. McNeill stands tall with his arm extended towards Yeats, while Yeats reciprocates the gesture with a firm handshake. Their faces show determination mixed with mutual admiration for each other's skills. Surrounded by eager mascots and watched over by an attentive referee, this snapshot freezes time during one of football history's most thrilling eras. It encapsulates not only the spirit of competition but also highlights how sport can bring people together despite their differences. As we look back on this historic moment through Memory Lane Prints' lens, we are reminded that football has always been more than just a game; it is a universal language that unites fans worldwide. This print serves as a timeless reminder of the camaraderie shared between players from rival teams who ultimately strive for greatness in their respective clubs and countries.
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