The Celtic Star recently published a new book, titled Alec McNair – Celtic’s Icicle. Written by renowned historian and author David Potter, the biography details the life of one Celtic’s greatest ever players.
McNair made over 700 appearances for the Hoops, captaining the club for a spell and winning a total of 34 major honours. In that sense he is a bonafide legend, but his role in the record breaking “Holy Trinity” and famous “Icicle” nickname cement his position in Celtic folklore.
🗓️ It was #OnThisDay 70 years ago on November 18, 1951 that #CelticFC legend, Alec McNair passed away at the age of 67 in Larbert.🍀
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) November 18, 2021
A man who endured much trauma in his personal life, was initially rejected by Willie Maley, and worked in an important role during the First World War; McNair’s tale transcends football. The fact that he managed Dundee, immediately after Patsy Gallacher’s iconic goal against The Dark Blues, merely adds to the mystique of the story.
David Potter appeared as a guest on The Celtic History Podcast a few months ago. Throughout the episode, he discussed his latest publication and bequeathed listeners with some sensational stories about a man who ranks among the finest to ever pass through Parkhead’s gates.
You can listen to the podcast, on this McNair’s 70th anniversary, by clicking the links below:
Ep 14-The Celtic History Podcast: GUEST – David Potter
David discusses his new book, Alec McNair – Celtic's Icicle & shares some fantastic stories about one of the greatest ever Celts 🍀
Listen ⬇️
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— Liam Kelly (@cfcliamk96) May 17, 2021
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