Celtic appointed Liam Brady as manager 35 years ago today

On August 10, 1991, Celtic officially began the managerial tenure of Liam Brady. The club sought a replacement following the dismissal of Billy McNeill amidst struggles to compete with a financially backed Rangers. Brady, a former standout player, had no managerial experience prior to this role, leading to concerns among supporters. Despite hopes for success, his time at the club would ultimately be marked by challenges and a lack of silverware. Brady had previously enjoyed a distinguished playing career, with Arsenal and Juventus, before transitioning into management.

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