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Jock Stein shakes hands with Bill Shankly 1966 Glasgow airport managers meet
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Jock Stein shakes hands with Bill Shankly 1966 Glasgow airport managers meet
Jock Stein shakes hands with Bill Shankly 1966
Glasgow airport
managers meet ahead of Celtic versus Liverpool European cup winners cup match.
April 1966
Daily Record
Mirrorpix
Scotland
Media ID 21683855
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In this iconic print from Memory Lane Prints, we witness a historic moment in football history as two legendary figures, Jock Stein and Bill Shankly, meet at Glasgow airport in 1966. The image captures the essence of camaraderie and mutual respect between these renowned managers ahead of the highly anticipated Celtic versus Liverpool European Cup Winners Cup match. As their hands firmly clasp together, one can almost feel the electricity in the air. Both Stein and Shankly were revered for their immense contributions to their respective clubs and Scottish football as a whole. Their meeting symbolizes not only a clash of titans on the pitch but also an exchange of ideas and strategies that would shape future generations of football management. The photograph is a time capsule to April 1966, immersing us into the vibrant atmosphere surrounding this monumental event. It transports us back to an era when football was played with passion and grit, long before commercialization took hold. The black-and-white composition adds a touch of nostalgia while highlighting the intensity etched on both men's faces. This image serves as a reminder that beyond rivalries lie deep-rooted connections within the world of sportsmanship. It encapsulates an era where honor, integrity, and sheer love for the game prevailed above all else. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded why these two names continue to be synonymous with greatness even decades later - they were true pioneers who left an indelible mark on football history.
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