Charity match at Celtic Park
CELTIC and Liverpool legends are to meet in a challenge match at
Celtic Park in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for charitable causes.
Members of the Celtic and Liverpool teams which famously won their
respective championships in 1986, will come together at Celtic Park on
Wednesday, October 4, 2006. (kick-off: 7.45pm).
As in 1986, the teams will be managed by Kenny Dalglish and David Hay.
Some great names of the past will also be on show such as Danny McGrain,
Brian McClair, Mark McGhee and Peter Grant for Celtic, with the Liverpool
team featuring Anfield legends such as Ian Rush, Alan Hansen, Jan Molby
and Peter Beardsley.
All proceeds raised will go to Celtic Charity Fund, the charitable arm
of Celtic Football Club, with some of the many beneficiaries including
registered charities nominated by the family of Celtic legend Jimmy
Johnstone, as well as the Marina Dalglish Appeal, which has been set up by
Kenny’s wife to assist breast cancer charities.
Celtic Chief Executive Peter Lawwell, said: "We are delighted to be
staging this match at Celtic Park. There are some great names on show and
we are sure the event will be a great success.
"Celtic has a rich charitable heritage and the Club’s charity fund has
already raised well over £1million since it was established in 1995. We
are hopeful that this event will raise further substantial funds for some
very worthy causes."
Former Celtic and Liverpool star Kenny Dalglish commented: "I am very
pleased to be involved in this match. I know that all the former players
taking part are looking forward to playing their part and raising as much
money as possible.
"Some of the lads may not be as quick as they once were but I am sure
fans who are able to come along will see a good match and at the same time
help some great causes."
And Celtic great, David Hay added: "It is fantastic to see players from
two great clubs come together to raise funds for charities which are most
deserving of our support.
"It is a real privilege to be involved in this match, which will
feature some great players from the 1986 teams and I am sure it will be a
great night of entertainment for supporters of both clubs."
Tickets will go on sale from tomorrow, Friday, September 8, 2006,
priced £10 for adults and £5 for concessions. Supporters should call
Celtic’s Ticket Services on 0871 226 1888.