Nearly a decade after his last appearance at Celtic Park, Gary Hooper is set to return to the Parkhead pitch, this time for the Celtic Foundation Legends Match against Borussia Dortmund on May 26.
Celtic’s Gary Hooper sits on the bench
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The former striker left a lasting impression on Celtic fans with his goal-scoring prowess and is still a favourite to many.
Welcome back to Paradise Gary! 😃🏟️@HOOP588 is confirmed for our #CelticFC Legends squad who take on @BVB Legends 🟢🟡
Tickets on general sale now! 🎟⤵
— Celtic FC Foundation (@FoundationCFC) April 9, 2024
Hooper, now 36, joined Celtic in 2010 from Scunthorpe United and quickly became a key figure in the team’s attack. Over three seasons, he netted 82 goals in 138 appearances, contributing significantly to Celtic’s domestic success, which included two league titles and two Scottish Cup victories.
Last year, Kevin Wilson suggested that Brendan Rodgers should consider signing the free agent Hooper after his performance at the Masters.
The match, which also marks the return of Emilio Izaguirre, promises to be a nostalgic event for Celtic supporters.
There are still plenty of names to be announced as the countdown to the match begins.
