Martin O’Neill and Gordon Strachan were united in praise for the Celtic support following last night’s legends match in aid of Oxfam’s East Africa Famine Appeal.
Over 55,000 supporters provided a compelling background for ITV4’s coverage of the match showcasing Celtic and it’s support at it’s very best.
O’Neill and Strachan sat in opposite dug-outs on the night but were both fulsome in their praise for the supporters that made the event special.
“Gordon has known it for a few years and I’ve known it as well,” O’Neill said. “It is extraordinary, absolutely extraordinary.
“It’s like a European night here, it really is sensational. When you consider the economy people have found money for a fantastic cause.
“John Kennedy has given all this money to to cause himself which speaks volumes for a young lad whose career never got going because of serious injury. The crowd is testament to John Kennedy.”
O’Neill’s Celtic successor Strachan added: “It was a special game, you go to play testimonials and you don’t see special atmosphere’s like this. As a television company you can’t have expected to see this.
“Pennies are hard to come by but the supporters have come out like this. It’s great being here, it’s a one off club that’s for sure.”
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Joe the night brought tears to my eyes. Very proud.