The devastating news broke this evening that Celtic great and Lison Lion, Bertie Auld has passed away. Bertie was a member of the European Cup winning team in 1967 under Jock Stein. He became and integral part of that Celtic team of the sixties and was popular amongst both his teammates and the Celtic Support.
Bertie always wore a smile and embodied the way in which Celtic Football Club played their football, with sheer entertainment. In a sombre day for Celtic and Scottish Football, social media has saw an outpouring of love and affection for a truly great Celt and a gentleman of the highest class.
Bertie Auld had a unique way of connecting the past with the present for young and old Celtic fans to adore their club and its history, in a shared ethos and tradition. His memory will be ingrained in the fabric of Celtic FC for years to come. It is with a heavy heart that this article is posted tonight, but rest assured, we will all do our best to eulogise a man that stands as one of the true pillars of our institution this evening and in the coming days.
I’m sure I speak for everyone at The Celtic Star when I say we have lost a man that we could least afford to lose.
All of our deepest and most sincere condolences are with the Auld family during this most difficult of times.
Requiescat in pace, Bertie.
Bertie was always at the centre of things, happy to spend time talking about the club & recounting stories of when he & his team-mates were the Kings of Europe & one of the best teams in the world.
Bertie always loved being a Celt & the Celtic supporters loved him in return 💚 pic.twitter.com/aF5EegW55M
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) November 14, 2021
The epitome of Celtic Football Club.
“If we can do it at Firhill, we can do it in Lisbon”
Rest in Peace Bertie Auld 💚 pic.twitter.com/bx1DvCNURe
— Colin Watt (@Colin88Watt) November 14, 2021
Love this! Watch to the end 🍀🍀🍀 #Celtic #BetfredCup #Champs pic.twitter.com/sxTf89zixc
— Dominique Cornett (@dominiquemcd) November 27, 2016
Today the Celtic support has lost an absolute Legend and gentleman. A wonderful man that has been a great support to our CSC ever since we started. Our thoughts are with Liz and all the family at this sad time.
You’ll Never Walk Alone Bertie 💚 pic.twitter.com/V21pufbRqc
— Maryhill Bertie Auld CSC (@MaryhillBertie) November 14, 2021
Pretty gutting news. He would never pass any fan who spoke to him and he could brighten anyone's day. RIP Bertie 💚 pic.twitter.com/tO2xzIxU3X
— Caitríona 🌟 (@Caitriona_Nic_T) November 14, 2021
Bertie singing our song, his song. pic.twitter.com/eaRWKcz9dZ
— Tam sellic son (@TamsellicsonIII) November 14, 2021
Rest in peace big man💚 pic.twitter.com/NsXF0D74Om
— tommybhoy67🍀🎅 (@sellik10) November 14, 2021
Bertie Auld – Lisbon Lion
“Every time I walk in the front door at Celtic Park, I still feel an immense pride, and at the same time an immense humility because of the way the fans respond to all of the Lisbon Lions.”
Biog https://t.co/PZu3r0VVGm#CelticAtoZ pic.twitter.com/mztMpnHhqw
— JoeBloggsCity (@joebloggscity) November 14, 2021
Devastating news to hear that Bertie Auld has passed away. Bertie was a real legend, a lion and an absolute gentleman. He was a great player and a charming, funny , funny man. Thoughts and love and prayers go out to Bertie’s family. 🍀💔
— Chris Sutton (@chris_sutton73) November 14, 2021
What a presence. What a talent. A legend for much more than just his incredible collection of winners medals.
All the tenacity, warmth and gallus of Glasgow wrapped up in the most magnetic personality.
Bertie Auld of Celtic FC. Irreplaceable. pic.twitter.com/ilo6RMswaF
— Celtic Wiki (@TheCelticWiki) November 14, 2021
Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the great Bertie Auld. Characters like him are few and far between. As he leaves the field, it is to the sound of thunderous applause. Well played Bertie. God bless and rest easy pal. pic.twitter.com/QrJr4uuWHl
— Lisbon Lion (@tirnaog_09) November 14, 2021
Sad to hear the passing of Bertie… He was such a nice person and so positive. An absolute legend and a gentleman. Thank you for the joy you gave to people! You’ll be missed but never forgotten! #RIPLion #LisbonLion 🍀🦁🏆 https://t.co/x2tq34rUDL
— Moussa Dembélé (@MDembele_10) November 14, 2021
Only one place for it tonight 💚 pic.twitter.com/AXUp7LqO1A
— Georgina (@Georgina87x) November 14, 2021
For anyone,like me,who is too young to have seen Bertie Auld play,watch the full replay of the 67 European Cup Final (link below) to see how good he was.He hits the bar at 13mins 10secs. Ran the show
An amazing character, but incredible player toohttps://t.co/yzMoC5RoxC
— Liam Kelly (@cfcliamk96) November 14, 2021
Bertie was always at the centre of things, happy to spend time talking about the club & recounting stories of when he & his team-mates were the Kings of Europe & one of the best teams in the world.
Bertie always loved being a Celt & the Celtic supporters loved him in return 💚 pic.twitter.com/aF5EegW55M
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) November 14, 2021
