THE Hoops of today will take on the Seville Celts in a Tribute Match for John Kennedy on Sunday, May 22.
The match at Celtic Park kicks-off at 2pm and the Seville Select team will feature a host of stars from the incredible 2002/03 season including Chris Sutton and John Hartson, who will play alongside the current Celtic management team of Neil Lennon, Johan Mjallby and Alan Thompson.
And the big names aren’t restricted to the men on the pitch as none other than Martin O’Neill will be returning to Celtic Park to manage the Seville Select team.
Fans’ favourite and Celtic legend, Lubo Moravcik will also take part in the match and other former stars participating will be announced in due course.
John Kennedy said: “I am absolutely delighted that we have been able to arrange this match.
“To have Martin O’Neill and many great former players agree to return to Celtic Park and play in this match is a huge honour for me.
“I have many memories from my time playing in the first team and I’m sure this day will be another day to remember.”
Neil Lennon added: “I’m delighted to take part in this match for John. It was incredibly sad that a player of John’s considerable talent had to retire at such a young age due to injury.
“However, it will be fantastic to play once again for Martin O’Neill and team up with many of my former team mates – in particular those I played with in Seville.
“I’m sure everyone who turns up on the day will have a fantastic time.”
Martin O’Neill said: "I am very much looking forward to returning to Celtic Park to take charge of the Seville Select team for the tribute match in aid of John Kennedy - a very talented young player who had incredible potential - unfortunately cut short by injury.
“It will be great to see so many familiar faces, although all slightly older and I'm sure it will be a fantastic day for all who come along."
Tickets will go on sale 9am on Monday, April 18 from the Celtic Ticket Office, online at the official Celtic website or by calling 0871 226 1888*.
Premium and corporate tickets will also go on sale the same day.
Proceeds of the game will be split equally between John Kennedy and Celtic Charity Fund.
*Calls cost up to 10p per minute, telecoms provider dependent. Mobile and other provider charges may vary.
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