The Estadio Nacional in Lisbon has become a popular pilgrimage spot for Celtic supporters over the years.
Located on the outskirts of the Portuguese capital, it is the sight of the club’s biggest achievement in its 136-year history.
In 1967, a team of local Scottish players – all born within 30 miles of Celtic Park – defeated a star-studded Internazionale team 2-1 to bring home the European Cup – now known as the Champions League.
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Celtic’s “Lions of Lisbon” parade the European Cup they won in 1967
The 25th of May is a date which resonates with fans across the globe, and so too does the Estadio Nacional for its significance in the Lisbon Lions’ success.
Indeed, Porto faces Sporting at the historic ground on the 26th of May this year before the Portuguese national team welcomes Croatia to Lisbon on June 8th for an international friendly.
Unfortunately, the stadium will be off-limits to the Parkhead faithful in and around these dates.
Just yesterday, the Portuguese FA sent a message to any Celtic fans planning to visit Lisbon shortly.
They said: [@CelticFCSLO on X] “We would like you to inform Celtic FC fans that our National Stadium (Jamor) will not be receiving visits on May 18th, 19th, 25th and 26th, June 7th to 10th, because of the National Cup Final and National team match against Croatia.”
Well can go and watch the game can’t take away the memories always next year sorry can’t see past tomorrow’s game HAIL HAIL put on a show BHOYS