Ferguson leads tributes to ‘legend’ Mackay

Famous faces from the world of football joined hundreds of supporters and mourners to pay their final respects to former Hearts, Tottenham and Scotland captain Dave Mackay yesterday.

The Edinburgh-born midfielder died in hospital earlier this month at the age of 80.

Former team-mates and footballing figures including Alex Ferguson, Denis Law, Frank McLintock, Ian St John, Alan Mullery and Bertie Auld attended Mackay’s funeral in Edinburgh.

Ferguson said: “Everyone talks about his courage and bravery, but he was a fantastic footballer. He was skilful, he could play anywhere and he proved that.

“He was a fantastic guy and it’s a privilege to speak here today. I think we’ve seen the passing of a true, great legend.”