In Scottish history, 25 January is famous as being the birthday of Robert Burns. But for Celtic, there is a much more significant figure who was born on this day. 161 years ago today, Bhoys’ icon James Kelly entered the world. He was at the heart of Celtic’s rise to the top of Scottish football.
“No Kelly, No Keltic” – The story of James Kelly, Celtic’s legendary first captain
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“No Kelly, No Keltic” – The story of James Kelly, Celtic’s legendary first captain
“No Kelly, No Keltic” – The story of James Kelly, Celtic’s legendary first captain
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