Jock Stein quotes

Jock Stein was a legendary Scottish football player and manager, best remembered for his tenure with Celtic. His leadership brought Celtic historic success, including becoming the first British club to win the European Cup. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest football managers of all time. Here are 6 of his quotes:

Celtic jerseys are not for second best, They don't shrink to fit inferior players. (Jock Stein)
I don't believe everything Bill tells me about his players. Had they been that good, they'd not only have won the European Cup but the Ryder Cup, the Boat Race and even the Grand National. View quote
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There is always a time to move on. View quote
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We did it by playing football. Pure, beautiful, inventive football. View quote
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Football is nothing without fans. View quote
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I'd far rather talk about players. They are the people who make things happen. View quote
Jock Stein

Jock Stein

Jock Stein - Image
Occupation: Scottish Celebrity
Born: October 5, 1922
Died: September 10, 1985
Quotes count: 6
Wikipedia: Jock Stein

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