US EditionCeltic 'giant' & Lisbon Lion Clark dies aged 84
- John Clark, legendary Lisbon Lion and former Celtic defender, died aged 84 on June 23, 2025.
- Clark made his first appearance for Celtic in 1959 and was a member of the squad that secured the European Cup by overcoming Inter Milan in May 1967.
- He appeared in over 300 matches for Celtic, securing six league championships, five League Cup victories, three Scottish Cup triumphs, and lifting the European Cup before transferring to Morton in 1971.
- After playing, Clark coached youth and reserves, managed Cowdenbeath, Stranraer, and Clyde for 273 games, and served as Celtic’s kit man for nearly two decades.
- Celtic and figures like Brendan Rodgers and Peter Lawwell expressed deep sadness, calling his loss massive and highlighting his lifelong dedication to the club.
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John Clark, considered one of Celtic's greatest and most prolific players, has died at the age of 84. The Scottish football club, which has won 55 Scottish league titles, paid tribute to the former defender in today's announcements, a member of the club's 1967 European Cup-winning team.
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