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Testimonial night to remember for Geordie McMullan as his Cliftonville side faced Celtic

A night to remember for the McMullan clan as Cliftonville legend Geordie McMullan takes to the field at Solitude ahead of his testimonial game against Glasgow Celtic
A night to remember for the McMullan clan as Cliftonville legend Geordie McMullan takes to the field at Solitude ahead of his testimonial game against Glasgow Celtic

The Red Army of Cliftonville supporters turned out in force to salute their soccer legend, Geordie McMullan, as he led his team in a thrilling testimonial game against Glasgow Celtic at Solitude.

Celtic overcame Cliftonville 3-0 in the end but the score wasn't the important thing.

The night was all about honouring the man who has spent the last 15 years at the club, making 541 appearances.

And a raft of famous faces from the club's past and present were also present to see him off.

Tommy Breslin, Marty Tabb and Liam Beckett were among McMullan's former bosses in attendance, with a host of former team-mates also out to show their support.

Mickey Donnelly, David McAlinden, Barry Johnston, Declan O'Hara and Scannell brothers Chris and Ronan were among the crowd, while famous Hoops fan Jay Beatty also played his part, helping put Cliftonville through their paces in the warm-up.

Former Donegal GAA boss Jim McGuinness, now coaching at Celtic, was in the visiting party, as was Celtic legend Danny McGrain.

McMullan received a standing ovation from the packed crowd as he exited the Solitude stage on a night that will live long in the memory.