Summary
John 'Dixie' Deans, a famous soccer player who played for Celtic and Motherwell, has died at the age of 79. Deans was known for scoring many goals during his career in the 1960s and 1970s and won several trophies with Celtic.
Key Facts
- John 'Dixie' Deans died at 79.
- Deans played for Celtic and Motherwell in the 1960s and 1970s.
- He scored 124 goals in 184 matches for Celtic.
- Deans began his career at Neilston Juniors.
- He joined Motherwell in 1965, scoring 89 goals in 198 matches.
- Celtic hired him in 1971, attracted by his scoring ability.
- Deans scored hat-tricks in two major finals for Celtic.
- He missed a crucial penalty in a European Cup semi-final against Inter Milan.
- Deans also played for Luton Town, Adelaide United, Carlisle United, and Partick Thistle before retiring in 1980.
