GEORGE CONNELLY Celtic's Lost Legend or a Bonafide Icon? A Celtic State of Mind with Ged Fitzsimmons
Summary
Paul John Dykes and Jed Fitzsimmons discuss the successful crowdfunding for a documentary on George Connelly, which hit its target ahead of schedule. They analyze how Celtic’s recent on-pitch success under Martin O’Neill has shifted fan sentiment and improved club-fan relations. The conversation also explores historical parallels between current recruitment strategies and the "Quality Street Gang" era, highlighting the impact of player wages and strikes in the 1970s.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Calci prediction market and Lexus craftsmanship
Crowdfunding success for George Connolly documentary
Extending campaign deadline to capture matchday buzz
Impact of on-pitch results on fan optimism and marketing
Post-production progress and seven years of footage
George Connolly's career peak and the Quality Street Gang
Historical player losses and recent recruitment successes
New signings like Duran and Hassan and squad mentality
Martin O'Neill's man management and transforming players
Direct football style and current team dynamics
Club dysfunction, fan relations, and historical strikes
Transfer model, player valuation, and backroom investment
George Connolly's strike and its detrimental impact
SFA leniency and the aftermath of the 1973 strike
Jock Stein's management style and George's personal struggles
Regrets, missed opportunities, and the Man United offer
Psychological pressure and George's decision to retire
Hedonistic 70s culture and George's early exit
Therapeutic process of making the documentary
Fan involvement, Bertie Old, and stretch goals
Live events, auctions, and final call for support
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