The Celtic team will be wearing black armbands during today’s match against Ross County to pay tribute to former player John McNamee, who recently passed away at the age of 83.
John McNamee joined Celtic in 1960 and made his debut a year later in a match against Hibernian, where he helped secure a 2-0 victory. During his time with the club, he played in 44 games and scored four goals, leaving a lasting impact on the team.
In April 1964, McNamee was signed by Jock Stein for Hibernian, who had previously coached him as a reserve at Celtic. When Stein moved to Celtic as the manager shortly after, McNamee spent two seasons with Hibernian before transferring to Newcastle United in 1966.
At Newcastle United, McNamee played a crucial role in the team’s triumph in the 1969 Inter Cities Fairs Cup, showcasing his skills as a talented defender. Throughout his career, he also played for clubs such as Blackburn Rovers, Hartlepool United, Lancaster City, and Workington before retiring in 1976.
Today’s match against Ross County at Parkhead, with a kick-off at 3pm, provides Celtic with an opportunity to further solidify their lead in the Scottish Premiership. As they aim to extend their lead over Aberdeen to five points, who are set to face Heart of Midlothian on Sunday, the team will be playing with McNamee’s memory in their hearts, honoring his contributions to the club over the years.
