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Green Brigade lead tifo tribute to Celtic legend Danny McGrain after Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Celts will pay tribute to Danny McGrain, 74, "the best fullback in the world," during the Motherwell clash today.

By Fionnuala Boyle · Daily Record

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 10:42 AM

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Celtic ultras group the Green Brigade organized a tifo tribute for club legend Danny McGrain following his Alzheimer's diagnosis.
The Green Brigade also confirmed they will make a donation to an Alzheimer's charity in McGrain's name.
McGrain's wife Laraine publicly confirmed the diagnosis through a club statement to share his situation with supporters.

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Celtic ultras group the Green Brigade prepared a tifo tribute and charity donation in honor of club legend Danny McGrain following his Alzheimer's diagnosis. The tribute was organized for Celtic's Scottish Premiership match against Motherwell at Fir Park after the supporters group consulted with McGrain's family.

McGrain, 74, made 663 competitive appearances for Celtic between 1970 and 1987, winning seven league titles, five Scottish Cups, and two League Cups. His wife Laraine recently disclosed the diagnosis publicly, noting that the former Scotland international continues to stay close to the club.

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Green Brigade lead tifo tribute to Celtic legend Danny McGrain after Alzheimer’s diagnosis

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