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What makes a great player?
He’s the one who brings out the best in others.
When I am saying that I’m talking about Billy McNeill.


- JOCK STEIN


A unique tribute to Celtic’s greatest ever player.


With his entire playing career spent at Celtic, Billy McNeill made 790 appearances between 1958 and 1975, winning the European Cup, 9 Scottish League Championships, 7 Scottish Cups and 6 League Cups.


From his 1958 debut against Clyde to the momentous years as player and manager, Billy’s breathtaking journey through the beautiful game – the highs, the lows, the triumphs, the tears – is celebrated here.


Celtic’s Chief Executive Peter Lawwell pays his own special tribute to the Parkhead hero along with a Who’s Who of the game’s royalty. They offer unforgettable experiences and wonderful memories of playing with and against Billy McNeill, one of world football’s best-loved men.


In Praise of Caesar is a must-read for all Billy McNeill and Celtic fans, and football supporters everywhere.

Billy McNeill