The Celtic Underground The Celtic Underground

Liam Brady's time at Celtic

Aug 5, 2026 · 13m

Summary

This episode chronicles Liam Brady’s unsuccessful managerial tenure at Celtic from 1991 to 1993. Despite his legendary playing career, Brady’s lack of experience and poor transfer decisions led to third-place finishes and European humiliations. The narrative highlights the club’s off-field chaos and financial struggles against Rangers, culminating in Brady’s resignation and his own admission of failure.

Topics discussed

Introduction to Liam Brady's Celtic reign Brady's playing career and background Celtic's struggles and Billy McNeil's exit The open interview process and appointment Lack of experience and early signings First season: Title race and cup exits European humiliation vs Neuchatel Xamax 1992-93 season: New signings and failures Continued disappointment and cup losses Off-field chaos and final defeat Resignation and post-Celtic career Legacy and self-assessment
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