OLD Firm legends John Hartson and Mark Hateley will be appearing as teammates for the first time when they come together to raise money for the Beatson Cancer Charity.
Beatson Banter, the organisation's series of conversations with sports stars past and present to collect funds for its crucial work, continues with this Old Firm double header, with John and Mark sharing their stories of life at the top of Scottish football during one of the sport’s most engaging golden ages with the people of Monklands who get involved.
The virtual event takes place on Thursday, March 25, at 8pm and entry costs £10.
Having hung up his boots, former Celtic and Wales striker John is now a regular pundit for S4C, Sky Sports & BT Sport and has been busy working hard with his own charity - The John Hartson Foundation - to raise awareness of testicular cancer.
John said: "Having my own experiences with cancer and understanding the services and support the Beatson Cancer Charity provides every day, I am really delighted to get the chance to help raise money for such a great cause.
"Mark and I have plenty to say about our time at Celtic and Rangers; we both had a fantastic time and really love the fact that we can reconnect with fans while raising money for the Beatson."
Mark, nicknamed Attila during his time in Milan, will be sharing the stage with John and revisiting their time at the top of Scottish football, both on and off of the pitch.
Starting at Portsmouth then moving to AC Milan, Mark then signed for Rangers in 1990.
He said: “Beatson Cancer Charity has a great reputation and I’m sure many Old Firm fans in Monklands will want to support them. John and I can't wait to come together and have a good laugh, but we will always keep in mind just what we’re working towards; raising awareness and funds for a truly indispensable charity.”
Martin Cawley, CEO of the Beatson Cancer Charity, will host and introduce the guest speakers for the evening and provide the opportunity for people to ask any questions they have via the messaging platform throughout the evening.
He said: “As a sportsman myself, I am delighted to hear from great figures of our national game.
"I hope football fans will join us on the night for what promises to be a night of banter, insight and fun for a great cause. The chance to hear from Mark and John is a phenomenal one.”
As well as the Q&A session, there will be a chance to enter a raffle on the night and bid on a fantastic auction item.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beatson-banter-series-2-a-q-a-evening-with-john-hartson-mark-hateley-tickets-138647619763 to join the event, and for further details.
