1957 August 20th
Signs for Celtic
Signs for Celtic as a seventeen-year-old after being identified as a major defensive prospect.
Football player and manager history
Billy McNeill
Explore 5 football history records associated with Billy McNeill, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1958 August 20th
Celtic First-Team Debut
Makes his Celtic first-team debut against Clyde one year after signing for the club.
1965 April 24th
Scottish Cup Winning Captain
Captains Celtic to Scottish Cup victory over Dunfermline at Hampden.
1987
Relegation from First Division
Aston Villa is relegated five years after becoming European champion.
1987 May
Celtic Manager Return
Returns to Celtic for a second spell as manager and prepares the club for its centenary season.