29 December is a sad day in the Celtic calendar as it marks the anniversary of Phil O’Donnell’s untimely and tragic passing. Phil lost his life 14 years ago today, while playing the sport he loved. He was just 35 years of age.
An energetic midfielder, O’Donnell made his name during an exceptional four year spell at Motherwell, before spending five years with his beloved Celtic and a further four years at Sheffield Wednesday. The latter stages of his career then saw him return to Fir Park in 2004 until he passed away in late 2007.
Forever 10.
Remembering our late captain Phil O’Donnell. Today and always. pic.twitter.com/NTsO92yG8w
— Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) December 29, 2021
That prestigious career enabled Phil to win the Scottish Cup with the Steelmen in 1991, and two of Celtic’s most important trophies in recent history – the Scottish Cup to end a six year trophy drought and the Scottish League to prevent Rangers from winning ten in a row.
Today, Wednesday, December 29, marks the 14th anniversary of Phil O’Donnell´s tragic and untimely death at the age of just 35.🍀💚#YNWA
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) December 29, 2021
Phil was a great player, who twice won the PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year, but more importantly he was a great man. He was well liked by his teammates, respected by those who knew him, and dearly loved by his family.
Remembering Phil O’Donnell, who sadly passed away on this day in 2007 🙏 pic.twitter.com/w6aQ7IMTG4
— Sheffield Wednesday (@swfc) December 29, 2021
May he rest in peace.
🗣️”I was really excited, I remember Tommy Burns signing him, I was so excited, I’m going to be his teammate”
On the 14th anniversary of his tragic passing, former teammate and friend @SimonDonnelly13 shares memories of the late great Phil O’Donnell. pic.twitter.com/j1guitvkaz
— The Go Radio Football Show (@GoFootballShow) December 29, 2021
