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Green Brigade unveil touching Billy McNeill Celtic banner as supporters raise the roof

Green Brigade unveiled a poignant banner as they celebrated legendary captain Billy McNeill before their game against Kilmarnock.

The supporters group are well-known for producing classic fan displays and they've pulled another out the bag to celebrate Cesar's incredible legacy.

The former Celtic captain and manager passed away on Monday as those who loved him came together to remember a truly incredible life.

Today's offering is a simple and powerful tribute to their former leader - 'Hail Cesar', as supporters raised the roof during a minute's applause.

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The Lisbon Lions star was the man who brought home the European Cup and is revered among the Parkhead faithful.

The proud image will undoubtedly be shared throughout the Hoops faithful online, ensuring McNeill's legacy continues to shine on.

Before the game, several thousand Hoops fans congregated to see interim boss Neil Lennon and Scott Brown lay down a wreath at the sculpture of McNeill holding aloft the European Cup before standing for a moment in silence.

There was then an impromptu version of the 'Celtic Song' by the supporters.

McNeill's wife Liz, and the rest of the family, had been given a touching round of applause when they walked down from the stadium, as had the former skipper's team-mates including Bertie Auld, John Clark, Bobby Lennox and Jim Craig, as well as Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell.

The ceremony took place before the Ladbrokes Premiership game against Kilmarnock.

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