Lisbon Lion inspiration for Bhoys, says Lennon

CELTIC captain Neil Lennon has recalled how a trip to see Jimmy Johnstone on film proved just how good the winger was in his prime.

Lisbon Lion inspiration for Bhoys, says Lennon
Tue, 14 Mar, 2006 - 00:00
Ronnie Esplin

The former Hoops and Scotland player died yesterday, aged 61, after a long battle with motor neurone disease.

Johnstone, who was part of Celtic’s European Cup-winning side in 1967, was voted the club’s best ever player by the Parkhead fans.

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