George Connelly showcases talent for Celtic in the 1960s

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George Connelly showcases talent for Celtic in the 1960s
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George Connelly, a prominent Celtic youth prospect, first gained attention at age 16 during a pre-match performance in 1965. He made his debut for the team two years later, becoming a key player under manager Jock Stein. Connelly was part of the legendary 'Quality Street Gang' and earned acclaim for his skill and potential, being compared to Franz Beckenbauer. His Celtic career peaked with a notable performance in the 1969 Scottish Cup final, contributing to a domestic treble. However, off-field issues led to a decline in his career, eventually departing the club in 1976 after 254 appearances and securing 15 major honors.

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  • •Connelly performed 2,000 keepie-uppies before a match in 1965.
  • •He debuted for Celtic in 1967 at 18 years old.
  • •Connelly scored in the 1969 Scottish Cup final against Rangers.
  • •He was considered a future Celtic captain due to his skill.
  • •His career ended at Celtic in 1976, with 254 appearances.
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George Connelly was a highly regarded Celtic youth prospect in the mid 1960s, and he was allowed to showcase those talents at the age of 16 when he treated the supporters to a marvellous show of keepi...

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