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Usually a midfielder, Burns played for Celtic from 1975 to 1989 and won six Scottish league championships, five Scottish Cups, and the Scottish League Cup once. He was also a Scotland international, winning eight caps between 1981 and 1988.
Tommy Burns was a Celtic legend as a player, manager and coach, who died of skin cancer in 2008. Read his obituary from The Scotsman, his biography and tributes from former team-mates and fans.
May 15, 2024 · Tommy played his last game for Celtic during the first half hour of the friendly versus Ajax on December 6th 1989 before being summoned off to admit the heir apparent, Steve Fulton. He removed his boots and threw them into the Jungle in farewell.
May 15, 2008 · Scottish football is in mourning after it emerged that former Celtic FC midfielder Tommy Burns has died at the age of 51 after a long battle with cancer.
May 15, 2024 · TOMMY BURNS’ last goodbye as Celtic manager came in the aftermath of a sensational 1-0 Scottish Cup semi-final replay defeat against Falkirk on April 23 1997. The loss to the First Division mid-table side brought the end to the Hoops’ legend’s three years in charge of the team...
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May 15, 2018 · With sadness and humour, Tommy Burns is remembered by those who knew him best, 10 years on from his sad passing. Video courtesy of the Celtic Graves Society ---- Watch exclusive player and...
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