Do Celtic have Protestant players?

Do Celtic have Protestant players?

While the majority of Celtic fans are Catholic, some of the key figures in the club’s history (Jock Stein, Kenny Dalglish, and Danny McGrain amongst others) have come from a Protestant background. In recent times, both Old Firm teams have taken measures to combat sectarianism.

Who did Danny McGrain play?

Celtic F.C.Danny McGrain / Current team (coach)The Celtic Football Club, commonly known as Celtic, is a Scottish professional football club based in Glasgow, which plays in the Scottish Premiership. Although not its official name, it is often referred to as Glasgow Celtic outside the UK. Wikipedia

How old is Danny McGrain?

72 years (May 1, 1950)Danny McGrain / Age

What teams did Paul Mcstay play for?

Paul McStay

Is Steven Gerrard a Catholic?

Although not a Catholic and living outside the catchment area, Gerrard attended Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School upon the recommendation of his primary school teacher, whose husband was a PE teacher there, due to its superior football reputation over other schools in the area.

Is Maryhill Celtic or Rangers?

Formed in 1876, Partick Thistle have not played in Partick since 1908. Based in Maryhill, the Jags are viewed as the alternative club in Glasgow to Rangers and Celtic.

When did Danny Mcgrain play for Celtic?

He progressed to the first team and went on to play 659 competitive games for Celtic between 1970 and 1987, winning seven League Championships, five Scottish Cups and two Scottish League Cups. He spent his final season of his career with Hamilton, where he helped win them promotion to the Premier Division.

What does Danny McGrain do now?

After retiring from playing, McGrain had a spell as manager of Arbroath in the early 1990s, and is now currently part of the coaching staff at Celtic.

Where do Scottish footballers live?

Footballers, celebrities and business people are most commonly known to flock to Glasgow’s west end or Edinburgh’s Stockbridge.

Why did Paul McStay retire?

Paul McStay was a revived character under Tommy Burns but an ankle injury forced his surprise retirement at the end of the 1996-1997 season.

What happened to Paul McStay?

McStay may have been tempted – for a moment, anyway – but he decided he couldn’t leave Celtic and signed a deal that would keep him at Parkhead for life. Liam Brady was manager at the time and he told me: “Celtic have just signed a £2million player.” That was a lot of money in those days.

How many goals did Danny McGrain score for Celtic?

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Was Paul McStay good?

McStay played in the 1986 and 1990 World Cup Finals and was voted Scottish Young Player of the Year in 1983 and Scottish Player of the Year in 1988. With Celtic he won three League titles, four Scottish Cups and one League Cup.