John Thomson: The Player Celtic and Rangers Mourned Together

[@hueydaprodigy77_72]

R.I.P. to Sam English as well. Despite being blameless in Thomson’s death, I can’t imagine the pain he felt both during and after his footballing career after the incident. That part regarding the “seven years of joyless sport” really hit me hard. May he find peace as well. 🙏🙏❤️

[@MaGNeRZz]

“Came to the game as a boy and left still a boy” - that actually made me sad

[@mookkss1381]

Damn this actually made me tear up a bit

[@foleybhoy1]

Same, I can't sing the song without tearing up too for some reason.

[@Ese96Agboaye]

Same.

[@FeatherWait]

I'm nearly there. Never heard of this player before but this is a very moving story.

[@justafrog3167]

@@FeatherWait yeah... maybe we know how dangerous goalkeeper task back in the day before modern rule. Non the less he still played which make that passion resonate with us fans. That why we can't help but feel a little sad.

[@U_C_G]

If you go on the Celtic stadium tour they still talk about Thompson openly as a hero of the club and show footage of his death in a video montage of the club's history. Genuinely moving and tragic stuff, but its a mercy to know that this legend of Glasgow lives on in spirit in the game, both him and Sam

[@iaingrieve3264]

My grandfather was one of the St Andrews ambulance who helped him on the pitch and carry him off on the stretcher.He’s holding Thomson’s hand in the picture shown all over the world....

[@keiranjarrett9691]

My great great grandmother was married to John Thomson, brother Jim Thomson your grandfather is a blessing for his service and comfort

[@M4RRKL33C33]

Nearly in tears here, lads. Nice one. Feel really bad for Sam English in that situation as well. It must have been hard to live with what had happened.

[@nicholasunwin1655]

Incredible story, simply amazing. Thanks again to Tifo for showing us these, most of which I have never heard off. Keep up the great work

[@hueydaprodigy77_72]

First off, thank you for the blessing that is Tifo Football. Everytime I watch a video on your channel, I learn something new every single time and I love it! Regarding Thomson, I’m emotional tbh. A young man who was cut down too soon, but remembered by many from both sides of the Old Firm rivalry and Scottish football overall. I’d never heard of him before, so I thank you Tifo for discussing him. R.I.P. John Thomson. 🙏🙏❤️

[@monkey2478sp]

Agreed

[@artofficialmusic5257]

@COASTA LOECSTA The same as some celtic fans sing about Fernando Ricksen ya fucking mong!! You get idoits everywhere supporting all teams. You're obviously one of them. Any Rangers fan who sings about him dying is not a real fan and an absolute disgrace to humanity.

[@rab7290]

COASTA LOECSTA what a fucking plum you are, a video where both sides are paying their respect to a boy who lost his life and you’re trying to fucking point score, grow up

[@hatemkamel6039]

Can’t imagine what English went through. Probably had that heart disease from all the stress that incident gave him. Poor guy

[@tededmunds8476]

As a reporter for Cardenden's local newspaper, I was fortunate enough to be able to visit Thomson's grave. Beautifully well-kept and a fitting memorial to one of football's most storied individuals. As a Celtic fan it felt like a real pilgrimage too. I have had a copy of the biography waiting to be read for a while now - Tifo, you have inspired me to dig it out and finally read it.

[@yumyumtunafish]

Aaww naw I cried watching this. His poor mother, poor Sam English and poor Thomson :(

[@mikecarr8915]

Born in my hometown, buried in his adopted home Cardenden (where he was brought up) Johnny Thomson we remember! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💚🍀

[@TomCL-vb6xc]

My great grandfather saw Thompson play and said right up until his death a few years ago that he was easily the best goalkeeper he had ever seen.

[@trueblue3719]

A Rangers and Celtic legend died that day one on the day of the game one many years later an absolute tragedy for both men their families and for both clubs so sad from a staunch Rangers man 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@unebert]

@bbonner422 that didn't happen.

[@jakegallazzi8266]

One of the best goalkeepers we ever had. RIP John Thomson very sad loss still thought of to this day 😢🍀🇮🇪

He wasn’t Irish you plastic paddy

[@jordyn3563]

Those were the days. When it was thought football was more dangerous than coal mining.

[@janreinkens681]

Imagine Neymar playing an old firm game in the 30's

[@ayyguevara8448]

to be fair it seemed like it may have been

[@user-sb2mt6pz4o]

Jan Reinkens would love to see neymar In an old firm today, Flanagan or ajer would kill him

[@user-sb2mt6pz4o]

Ozan Kabak ????

[@user-sb2mt6pz4o]

Ozan Kabak nah mate didn’t mean that meant to old firm

[@SOULJALOS]

Wow just 22 years old. I’m 23 myself and it’s like man, he still had so much left to go. Rest In Peace John Thomson 🙏🏽

[@davidyoung1625]

My grandfather who was a massive celtic fan was at the game that day said he was the best goalkeeper in Britain at the time

[@DarkshadeMusic]

Wow. Heart-sinking! May both Thompson and English continue to rest in peace. Quality content. I legit tore up 😢

[@burants89]

What a tragic story...would bring a tear to a glass eye...I don't know why he has no memorial plaque at Parkhead...literally gave his life for the jersey...RIP John Thompson

[@eddyquigley2350]

As a Celtic fan I now this story well but hearing it is always emotional 🙏 big respect tifo for telling it 👏👏👍🏼 🍀🍀🍀

[@todd02]

This shows that us Celtic fans and rangers fans really can unite for a conman cause, a meaning and I’m proud to say that both Celtic and rangers fans mourn Thompson’s death as he was a great young man and an outstanding goalkeeper 🇮🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿⚽️

[@patrickcasey8447]

I remember being told this story when i was like 5. It still has a tragic impact.

[@siobhanroberts3081]

Think I was about 5 too, still sing his song today (a young lad named John Thompson ) xx

[@rab7290]

More to life than football, RIP John Thomson and Sam English

[@Gallusinsky]

Kirkcaldy's museum has a place i in it dedicated to John Thomson. It even has his worn Scotland jersey included on display. Fantastic piece here Tifo, it's a tragic story but beautifully expressed through this video.

[@steliosmouratidis3829]

The narration alongside Johann Sebastian Bach's Prelude in C Major made me tear up. Great selection of music

[@cal-efc8062]

Such a heartbreaking story 😭

[@jamaodossantos]

Thanks for doing a Celtic video. John Thomson's name should be remembered widely.

[@christophermcguire7888]

His name lives forever

[@robertlower1710]

Heartbreaking now heartbreaking then,the poignant moment for me was the rangers captain's gesture to calm the crowd as to how serious the situation was.l remember my father told me that story, he was a celtic fan who appreciated this gesture.

[@ruigoodwin7736]

I remember getting told this story when I first visited Celtic park for a tour when I was 4/5 and it's all ways stuck with me

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

Incredibly moving..... I cannot begin to feel what Sam English felt, or Thompson's family

[@aidenfrost10]

Tifo with the top class emotional history videos again!

[@Micha-pt4mr]

Made me tear up:( Great video tifo

[@pedro14478]

Very sad story but kind of beautiful...

[@BigBlack81]

Tifo, this, once again, is the quality content we love you for. Keep it up.

[@zew1414]

Oh cheers for covering Johnny Thomson! Tragic for all involved. Still have the photo of the of him getting crushed. Just tragic...hail hail🍀

[@uszkera]

Well this made me cry ngl you can only imagine the emotion and how he played Sam English especially made me tear up

[@ThefightingCelt]

When Celtics greatest ever XI was announced , it was astonishing that John Thomson's name was not among them . No disrespect to Ronnie Simpson , but Johnny Thomson was regarded , by all of those who saw both of them play in their prime , as Celtics best ever goalkeeper . I suppose with all such polls it's a generational thing .

[@fahadrehman9647]

Thank you for making me cry tifo. Well done.

[@biker_billa]

Videos such as these made me a fan of your channel. And you never disappoint. Please keep up with the amazing work.

[@Efraim_71]

Damn that was a sad story, what a great player thomson 🔥😭

[@storytimetl]

What a video, brilliant lads. May they both rest in peace.

[@keiranjarrett9691]

My great great grand mother was married to his brother jim Thomson later in life which makes john thomson my great great step-uncle thank you for this video

[@popesarmyyeehaapopesarmyye1499]

Great story about the vision I have imprinted in my head along long time RESPECT well put THANKS VERY MUCH H.H

[@mike.n.n.7723]

One of the most heart-wrenching stories I've ever seen, football or otherwise TifoFootball, keep up the good work

[@eileendrumm9056]

My Dad was at this game, very sad R.I.P, Prince of players we must part, no more we'll stand and cheer you on the slopes of Celtic Park HH 💚☘️💚

[@Daviebhoy25cfc]

Fantastic video. Well researched and narrated perfectly.

[@arejaycee5484]

A fine memorial at the cemetery in Bowhill ,as boys we took part in the local John Thompson tournament, still revered in the village today.

[@martingilmore5776]

This channel should have so many more viewers and followers! Share Share Share

[@robertelliott2216]

Not the only player mourned by both sets of old firm fans.See also Billy McNeil,Tommy Burns and Davie Cooper.Humanity occasionally breaks out between us.Only occasionally mind!! R.I.P

[@SantomPh]

it's a very rare and small group.

[@jackmcneil374]

The prince of players

[@chrisadlc1]

Loved this.. sad when they die young. Who else wants to see something on Duncan Edwards

[@Mark7Devine]

A young lad named John Thomson, From the west of Fife he came, To play for Glasgow Celtic, And to build himself a name. On the fifth day of September, 'gainst the Rangers club he played, From defeat he saved the Celtic, Ah but what a price he paid. The ball rolled from the centre, Young John ran out and dived, The ball rolled by; young John lay still, For his club this hero died. I took a trip to Parkhead, To the dear old Paradise, And as the players came out, Sure the tears fell from my eyes. For a famous face was missing, From the green and white brigade, And they told me Johnny Thomson, His last game he had played. Farewell my darling Johnny, Prince of players we must part, No more we'll stand and cheer you, On the slopes of Celtic Park. Now the fans they all are silent, As they travel near and far, No more they'll cheer John Thomson, Our bright and shining star. So come all you Glasgow Celtic, Stand up and play the game, For between your posts there stands a ghost, Johnny Thomson is his name.

[@timmaloey]

Thank you Mark. Apparently the lyrics are known as "The John Thomson Song" by an unknown author. The lyrics are a splendid tribute to John Thomson. The story is part of Celtic's (and Rangers) history.

[@Mark7Devine]

Remember seeing this poem/song a few years ago on Twitter or something. Thought it was great, especially the 'For between your posts there stands a ghost, Johnny Thomson is his name' there is something eerily beautiful about it that has stuck with me.

[@Mr-bs4hx]

Very good work tifo with every video i learn something new

[@Bocsmin]

as a proddy englishman from Hull who supports celtic super cool to learn about this story rest well lad

[@gugar9063]

Kir-kaw-dy edit: just letting you know, I absolutely love this channel

[@19dec1981]

this well brought tears to my eyes. what a tragedy

[@JohnMcMahon.]

Needless to say, the game was a lot rougher in those days, although I know there was absolutely no blame here, just a tragic accident on the pitch. But his Mother seemed to sense something... What a sad story. Thanks for sharing this Tifo.

[@seantaggart2138]

you're immortal John

[@allanj1872]

R.I.P. JOHN

[@lucabrasi3964]

He's still remembered to this day. Neil Lennon took the whole Celtic squad to visit his grave a few years ago

[@evanrules3635]

I do god bless him

[@SantomPh]

Lennon himself was a Protestant who played and managed Celtic, so it was more poignant.

[@att6484]

@@SantomPh Lennon is catholic

[@alidawood8833]

this is why im subbed

[@rancidbhoy]

For in the goal a spirit stands Johnny Thomson is it's name R.I.P the Prince of players ,stand up and play the game

[@lugso3469]

Its prounounced 'Kirkawdy' but this is a good watch,thank you for making this mate!

[@monkey2478sp]

Very good documentary... impressive again from this lot... keep doing what you are doing

[@aaronflynndevereux1832]

Absolutely brilliant video. Thought me about a player and a story I had no clue about

[@BoxOfOranges84]

I didn't even know who this guy was, why am I crying 10 seconds into the video...

[@benmccargo1194]

hail hail John Thomson

[@JP-hg5pi]

Great video again Tifo. You should have a weekly spot on SkySports or something! Keep up the great work

[@TheJapaneseshark]

Rest in paradise young lads 😢

[@Iamsamg911]

Great work again lads! Just one thing, it’s said CAR-DEN-DEN not CARD-INDIN

[@scottmclaughlin2329]

Outstanding 👍🏻

[@banjer38]

Would it be possible to do an episode like this on Nouri? I just rewatch this episode after a long time and it reminded me so much about what happened just a few years ago. Besides that, Dutch television resently did an interview with Nouri his brother and a few of his good friends (van de beek, de jong and bergwijn). I believe that tifo could make the Nouri story just into a very touching story. And shiny a light on one of Dutch footballs' brighest futher stars. Whose career was sadly cut short.

[@alanhume5131]

Thanks Tifo. Subbed

[@frasergibson72]

RIP from a rangers fan my birthday is the 5th of September

[@jimdoyles]

Legend

[@giancarlotorres3520]

I want to say this is a beautiful video but it is so sad 😢

[@gordusmaximus4990]

Football back then until the 60s was bretty brutal and hard hitting, unlike today with the dives and all. Btw, this isnt a rent about the current game, today players are more protected. But i believe the sport would be more respected or the players, if they simply wouldnt dive so much. And werent spoiled brats. Players back then got brutal tackles and played mostly for the love of the game, representing their culture and country, while having double jobs. And awesome piece by Tifo as always, what a tragic but beautiful story at the same time. So great to know these stories in a simply, captiviting way.

[@calumchurch3249]

rip🍀😪

[@DavyBhoy12G]

What is it, they say? You have two deaths. When you die and then again when the last person that remembers your name dies. John Thompsons memory is imortal, as long as there are people who love football.

[@themallows2521]

Watching this random video on the 5th of September

[@k2d10tode11]

damn what a tragic story!

[@wonjubhoy]

John Thomson was a proud young protestant too.

[@3storiesUp]

Incredibly sad.

[@OspinzYT]

Brilliant video

[@Kelly14UK]

88 years to the day. September 5th 2019.

[@brunopereiraikercasillas6265]

Tifo football could you talk about miklos feher a player that passed during a game between benfica and guimaraes in portugal back in 2004. It was and is one of the saddest deaths in football history.

[@siditude78]

What hell would have broken lose on his mother, she was right all along 😭

[@Bart_Allen_YT]

Great piece. Is the commentator mentioned the same John Arlott who was renowned for his cricketing commentary?

[@Sierraomega1991]

Remember being told about this in school we were talking about the dangers involved in football how to protect ourself best as we cluld6

[@NeonLeonNoel]

Ooph that hit me hard. Fuck that's tragic.

[@donk115]

I feel sorry for the people who feel compelled to unlike this.

[@BClarke112]

R.I.P

[@mishaj2647]

I swear I’m not crying :/

[@clintonnyamongo9638]

Sad😓😓

[@iwannabeedouard1610]

Lads could u do a video on who Celtic should sign as a replacement for Kieran tierney and other ares we need strengthening

[@SantomPh]

honestly they can have him back. all he has done at Arsenal is visit the treatment room.

[@christianbustnes9212]

Well, will you do the 1998 or 1999 match between Norway and Brazil And Btw Norway is the only country that has never lost to Brazil

[@paulmcauley9949]

Whit

[@joaov.m.oliveira9903]

Did you watch the recent friendly game they had in Oslo to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the victory? I think they were all there, Ronaldo, Rivaldo, Tore André Flo, Rekdal, etc. etc. Only piece missing, I think, was Zagallo. Lol

[@SantomPh]

@@paulmcauley9949 they bullied Brazil 3-2 in a friendly (which made them call up taller defenders) and then beat them 2-1 in the World Cup, one of those taller defenders tugging on Tore Andre Flo's shirt and winning Norway a penalty kick.

[@mrcelticreggae1874]

Hail hail brother 1💚

[@shudhanshupandey5564]

Your storytelling👌

[@bragekv9937]

in the video we have Sam English and the story is written by Sam France.