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John Clark, Lisbon Lion and ‘Mr Celtic’, Dies Aged 84

Central to Celtic’s European Cup triumph in 1967, the former defender later dedicated decades to the club in off-field roles.

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Overview

  • Celtic confirmed Clark’s passing on June 23, 2025, describing the Lisbon Lion’s death at 84 as a profound loss to the club and family.
  • Clark made over 300 appearances between 1959 and 1971, helping secure six Scottish league titles, three Scottish Cups and the 1967 European Cup.
  • After retiring, he spent more than 45 years as reserve team coach, assistant manager and lead kit man, earning the nickname ‘Mr Celtic’.
  • Manager Brendan Rodgers and chairman Peter Lawwell led tributes, praising Clark’s inspiration, humility and lifelong devotion to Celtic.
  • With Clark’s death, only Bobby Lennox, Jim Craig and Willie Wallace remain from the celebrated Lisbon Lions squad.