Harry Hood recalls his Celtic career and memorable matches

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Harry Hood recalls his Celtic career and memorable matches
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Harry Hood, who joined Celtic from Clyde in March 1969, made a significant impact during his time at the club. He scored five goals in his debut season, helping Celtic secure their fourth consecutive league title. Hood is remembered for scoring the only goal in a match at Ibrox against Rangers and achieving a personal best of 33 goals in one season as Celtic captured the domestic double. He contributed to Celtic's historic nine consecutive league titles but faced tougher competition as younger players emerged. Hood finished his Celtic career with 312 appearances and 123 goals, alongside 12 major honors.

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  • •Hood signed for Celtic in March 1969 from Clyde
  • •Scored in his debut against St Mirren
  • •Helped Celtic win a treble and nine league titles
  • •Recorded 33 goals in one season
  • •Completed 312 appearances and earned 12 major honors
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Harry Hood signed for Celtic in March 1969 from Clyde in a reported £40,000 fee…Harry Hood scores the only goal of the game at Ibrox, on 20th September 1969. Photo The Celtic WikiHarry had made his...

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