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The Lisbon Lions – Everyday Heroes

The death of the Celtic great Billy McNeill aged 79 has sparked a wave of tributes from far and wide. Perhaps his greatest achievement was becoming the first British player to lift the European Cup in a 2-1 win over Inter-Milan in 1967. The side remain the only Scottish team to win the cup. Journalist Kevin McKenna examines the cultural impact of the victory.

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