RIP Bertie Auld

Sad News RIP Bertie.

 

Hopefully Celtic, Scotland and Hibs can all do him proud at the week at Hampden.

 

Very good point there! Its all meant to be

 

RIP Bertie.

 

Heartbreaking man

 

Dont how many times Ive heard the coconut dog joke, always cracks me up.

 

Former Celtic managing director, Fergus McCann, and former Celtic captain, Scott Brown, have both paid tribute to Bertie Auld following his sad passing at the age of 83.

The Lisbon Lion established himself as a Hoops legend with the incredible success he and his team-mates achieved under Jock Stein, and his wonderful personality ensured he was loved by everyone who knew him and met him over the years.

Fergus McCann said: “I was saddened to hear of the death of Bertie Auld, a great player and a fine person. For me and my generation, in the 1960s, he was a Celtic star.

“Then, much later, in my time at the Club, I saw that his personality, especially his great sense of humour was a benefit to all who knew or dealt with him. He will be greatly missed.”

And Scott Brown who, in 620 appearances for the club over 14 years, himself brought so much success to Paradise, said: “I am devastated to hear of the passing of the legend, Lion and dear friend, Bertie Auld.

“He was the happiest man in the world and always had time to share his amazing stories with supporters, players and staff. Bertie lit up a room when he walked in and filled it with lots of laughter (and singing!).

“He truly was Mr. Celtic. My thoughts and prayers go out to Bertie’s family and friends.







It was the evening of March 1st, 1967, the venue a football stadium in a place called Novi Sad in Yugoslavia, the occasion a quarter-final tie in the European Cup. Celtic were about to run out into a stadium lit by brilliant floodlights to face a team called Vojvodina.

To say I was nervous is something of an understatement. I had already played two European matches – home ties against Go-Ahead Deventer and Aarhus – but we were ahead in those games at the time and I found them straightforward.

This match was not only against a team I had never heard of before but one which came from a country well regarded for the quality of its football. So, you can understand my nervousness.

Just before the match, Bertie Auld suddenly appeared beside me as I was washing my hands in the bathroom and launched into a tirade, pointing out that I had no reason to be nervous, as I was holding my place in one of the best teams in Europe, all the boys in the side were right behind me and I had just to play my normal game. At the time, it was just the boost I needed and I was always grateful for his input.

It was typical of Bertie, whose presence in the dressing-room was always good for the team. As a player, he was very sharp over the first few yards and a fine passer of the ball, scoring more than a few important goals at vital times. Another strength was his confidence.

With Bertie in the dressing-room, it was likely to be noisy and full of laughter, a very essential ambience for success. I, for one, always found his presence very re-assuring. For a number of years, Bertie was an essential part of one of the best teams in Europe yet was always easy to deal with and ready to help.

During his career at Celtic Park, and also after his retirement, there can be few other players who have kept up such a great rapport with the Celtic support, attending functions all over not only his native Scotland but also South of the Border and North America.

The fact that Bertie had been ill was fairly well-known but his passing would still have caused some surprise.

At this difficult time, my thoughts are with Bertie’s wife Liz, his children Susan and Robert, plus his extended family. Their husband, father and grandfather was a real nice guy. May he rest in peace.

 

Tributes have poured in for Lisbon Lion, Bertie Auld, who has passed away at the age of 83.

The Celtic legend established his relationship with the Celtic support through two spells with the club, making nearly 300 appearances and being an integral part of the great Celtic side under the stewardship of Jock Stein.

Bertie cemented that special relationship with the fans in the intervening years, and they loved him for the passion and pride he always showed for Celtic.

Here are just a few of the thousands of tributes that have been paid to Bertie Auld…

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.
MARYHILL BERTIE AULD CSC

What a man Bertie Auld was. He appeared at countless Foundation events over the years and made each of our participants feel like they were the only person in the room. He meant the world to our team and our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. You’ll Never Walk Alone, Bertie.
CELTIC FC FOUNDATION

Rest in Peace, Bertie, one of the greatest ever Celts, on and off the pitch.
CELTIC GRAVES SOCIETY

When a legend becomes a friend. It was a privilege to know you and you were a massive part of the Candy Family. A Lion with a smile and a story, you will be missed by us all. When you get in the pearly gates, 'Entertain!' RIP Bertie.
ST ROCH'S FC

Thoughts are with the family of Bertie as another legend is sadly taken from us. Never a dull moment when he was around. He always brought a smile to your face with his patter. Rest in Peace, Bertie.
TOM BOYD

Saddened to hear the passing of Bertie Auld … legend, Lisbon Lion and a truly great gentleman. My thoughts are with the Auld family. RIP Bertie.
JOHN HARTSON

A true role model and a gentleman. RIP Bertie.
MIKAEL LUSTIG

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

Absolutely devastated to hear the news we have lost Bertie. Words can’t describe how much he’ll be missed holding court in every room he entered. RIP Legend, tell the Gaffer I was asking for him.
FRANK McAVENNIE

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!
MOUSSA DEMBELE

RIP Bertie Auld , a true gentleman AND a Glasgow Celtic FC legend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
PADDY McCOURT

Sad times to have heard the passing of a true Celtic legend, Bertie Auld. It was a pleasure to have met you and also been in your company. Rest in Peace.
JOE LEDLEY

Sad to hear the news about the wonderful gentleman and Celtic legend, Bertie Auld. RIP Bertie.
ALAN THOMPSON

My thoughts! I always remember his smile and joy. Especially his work with the Celtic FC Foundation. My sister and I had the pleasure working with him several times. A gentleman.
ERIK SVIATCHENKO

Very sad to hear about Bertie Auld. When I presented the Lisbon Lions story on Times of Our Lives on Sky, Bertie was the life and soul. I could not get a word in. I met him on a number of other occasions and realised that was how he always was. Larger than life. Will be missed.
JEFF STELLING

Everyone connected with Partick Thistle Football Club was truly saddened to learn of the passing of our two-time former manager, Bertie Auld. The love, thoughts and condolences of everyone at Partick Thistle FC are with Bertie’s family and friends at this terribly sad time.
PARTICK THISTLE FC

We are saddened to learn of the passing of former Hibs player and manager, Bertie Auld, at the age of 83. Rest in peace, Bertie.
HIBERNIAN FC

The Club is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former player and 1963 League Cup winner, Bertie Auld. The thoughts of everyone at Birmingham City FC are with Bertie's family and friends at this difficult time.
BIRMINGHAM CITY FC

It is with very deep sadness that we have learned of the passing of our former player and manager, Bertie Auld, at the age of 83. The thoughts of everybody at Dumbarton FC are with Bertie’s family and friends at this sad time.
DUMBARTON FC

Everyone at the club is saddened to learn the news of the passing of former manager Bertie Auld. The thoughts and prayers of everyone here at Hamilton Accies is with the friends and family of Bertie.
HAMILTON ACCIES FC

Everyone at Rangers FC express sadness and pass on their sympathy to the Auld family and Celtic FC at the passing of former player, Bertie Auld.
RANGERS FC

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Bertie Auld. Bertie was a much-loved figure in Scottish football, winning three caps for the Scotland national side and famously lifting the European Cup with Celtic.
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION

I spent many hours with BertieAuld beneath the stage at the old Pavilion Theatre. And as the show ebbed and flowed above us, I listened intently to the majestic stories of a Glasgow legend and gent. Theatre has opened many doors for me, this was the greatest.
NICKY ALLT (Celtic The Musical writer)

RIP Bertie.
IRVINE WELSH

Absolutely saddened to hear Bertie Auld passed. His smile was infectious, genuine and lit up every room. My last beautiful memory, at his house, singing and feeling his joy. * bless you and RIP Bertie. A true CelticFC legend & servant.
GIANNI CAPALDI

There are characters in the game and then there’s Bertie Auld! RIP Bertie you’re a legend, off to join the Lions in Paradise.
TONY CURRAN

Really sad news about Bertie Auld. Celtic legend and a huge character. Rest in peace.
STUART BRAITHWAITE (Mogwai)

 

Never get that type of character and personality back again

 

Ange Postecoglou has paid tribute to Bertie Auld, describing him as a true legend of Celtic.

The Celtic manager was speaking following the death of the Lisbon Lion, who has passed away at the age of 83.

He said: “With Bertie's passing a family and a Club has lost a true legend and a great man.

“All our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go sincerely to Bertie's family for their tremendous loss of someone so dear to them.

“I know Bertie was one of the true Celtic greats, leaving his mark indelibly on the Club and our supporters by reaching the very summit of footballing achievement, but also through his unique personality.

“Big, special football clubs are built on major figures like Bertie and we should all forever be grateful to him for all he achieved and all he was. I know his spirit will flow through Celtic forever.”

And the manager’s words were echoed by Celtic captain, Callum McGregor. He said: “On behalf of all the players at the Club, I send our thoughts and prayers to Bertie's family. I know they will miss him terribly.

“I will always feel really lucky to have known Bertie. Coming through the ranks at Celtic, it is people like Bertie you look up to and not only for his achievements on the pitch but just for the way he was.

“It was so humbling to be in his company, to know what he had achieved for Celtic, but also just to spend time with a brilliant man and a proper legend.

“He just always had huge drive, passion and energy and a tremendous love for the Club.

“He loved the fun that football could bring to people and he had that infectious warmth and spirit which gave so much to anyone that met him.

“We will remember Bertie with such love and affection, we are privileged to have known him and today we are all thinking of Bertie's family.”

 

A proper legend, in the truest sense of the word. RIP Bertie.

 

Love that.

 

What a legacy. RIP Bertie

 

RIP Bertie, a true legend