Martin O’Neill playfully teases Chris Sutton regarding his remarks about Henrik Larsson’s iconic goal for Celtic against Rangers.

Martin O’Neill playfully teases Chris Sutton regarding his remarks about Henrik Larsson’s iconic goal for Celtic against Rangers.

Henrik Larsson is undoubtedly one of the most legendary athletes to have donned the Celtic jersey in the club’s illustrious history.

Acquired as a relatively obscure striker by Wim Jansen from Feyenoord for £650,000,

Henrik Larsson subsequently achieved the remarkable feat of scoring 242 goals in 315 appearances for Celtic, thereby establishing himself as the club’s third highest goalscorer in history, trailing only Bobby Lennox and Jimmy McGrory.

Larsson secured four league titles, four Scottish Cups, and two League Cups, significantly contributing to Celtic’s resurgence as a formidable presence in European football.

This was exemplified by the club’s advancement to their first European final since 1970, culminating in their participation in the 2003 UEFA Cup final.

Having concluded his professional football career, an event entitled “An

Evening with Henrik Larsson” was recently conducted, during which the esteemed Swedish footballer was accompanied by his former manager, Martin O’Neill, and strike partner, Chris Sutton, to discuss Larsson’s tenure at Celtic.

As the evening progressed, the renowned lob over Stefan Klos during Celtic’s 6-2 rout of Rangers was recalled.

Martin O’Neill engages in a pointed exchange with Sutton regarding the iconic goal scored by Celtic legend Henrik Larsson against Rangers.

In articulating the objective, Larsson remarked, “The assist from Chris was exceptional, without a doubt.”

Upon retrieving the ball, I had already resolved to execute a chip shot over Klos, as he was positioned significantly away from the goal.

“I am present.” I am attempting to position myself ahead of Tugay, as I believe it is him, and Konterman; at that moment, it is evident that the custodian is positioned quite far from the goal.

“I concluded that my optimal opportunity to score the goal was to direct it over him.” Straightforward. Sutton responded, “He presents that as though it is exceedingly simple.

” He is among the few individuals I am acquainted with who would consider attempting that, given the exceedingly narrow margin for error associated with such an endeavour.

“I must admit, I would not have had the audacity to undertake such an action.” O’Neill, exhibiting remarkable acuity, responded, “You could not have accomplished it, let alone engage in such audacious feats.”

In an attempt to provide a defence for Sutton, host Gerry McCulloch interjected by reminding

O’Neill of Sutton’s impressive strike against Rangers in the final minute of the match. Once more, the former Celtic manager enquired, “Do you possess the footage?”

When informed of the refusal, O’Neill responded, “In that case, I maintain my previous statement.”