Yesterday we heard the news that John Clark had passed away and soon after tributes started to appear across the media and on the socials. John done it all at Celtic, A Lisbon Lion he is a true legend of our club.
I met John over the years in the corridors of the main stand at Celtic Park and at supporters functions. He was always very humble, a great ambassador of Celtic and a gentleman.
I have been lucky to interview a number of the Lisbon Lions but never had the pleasure of sitting down with John. Of all the tributes I read yesterday the one that stood out for me was from Simon Donnelly.
“Football has afforded me the opportunity to meet many people over the years however I need to say a few words about one in particular.
John Clark , Lisbon Lion , 🍀
Such a positive influence on my life from being my kit man , he was far more than that , till recent times being the friendly face welcoming me back into Celtic Park 2017 with the other lads when I returned to do a little work at the club .
He always looked out for you……..
A quiet man whom I heard earlier Martin O’Neill say , “ he liked to speak with his hands” ☺️but respect was shown from every player and member of staff in my time at the club , a Lisbon Lion of course but probably more than that , the man he was .
My favourite recollection, when Harald scored that all important 2nd goal in 98 I jumped on his back in celebration.
Clarky , you’ll be sorely missed 🍀 🙏🏻💚”
Simon during his time at Celtic won the Cup, League Cup and League with Celtic in the 1990’s and I think we were all jumping for joy when Harald scored the second goal in 1998 to stopping Rangers doing 10.
John Clarkes achievements at Celtic make impressive reading
European Cup
Scottish League
Scottish Cup
Scottish League Cup
In the words of the great man from a quote taken from 2014
“I was a Celtic supporter, a Celtic player, it’s been my life… I’ve really enjoyed my life, when I look back I couldn’t ask for any more.“
John Clark
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