Former Celtic captain and Lisbon Lion Billy McNeill will be laid to rest in Glasgow today.
The football legend died last month at the age of 79 following a two-year battle with dementia.
Read more: Celtic legend Billy McNeill dies aged 79
McNeill, affectionally dubbed Cesar by his teammates, was the first British player to lift the European Cup after captaining the Lisbon Lions in a 2-1 victory over Inter Milan in 1967.
In the nail-biting match, it was in the 90th minute that Celtic secured their victory, and it is a match that was not forgotten by fans.
READ MORE: Billy McNeill funeral LIVE: Glasgow and world of football say final farewell to Cesar
Tributes poured in for the sportsman, with fans and commentators hailing him as a hero and a true gentleman.
Read more: Tributes paid to Celtic legend Billy McNeill
Billy McNeill, @CelticFC & @ScotlandNT legend, has died at the age of 79.
— FIFA.com (@FIFAcom) 23 April 2019
In 1967, he became the first British man to lift the European Cup - one of a staggering 3⃣1⃣ major trophies he won with Celtic as player and manager 👏 #RIP pic.twitter.com/oeQTGSGw3k
But the remembrance of the Celtic star is not set to stop there.
Roads in Glasgow are set to close today to make way for McNeill's funeral procession as it heads to Celtic Park.
For years, Hoops supporters have used the stadium to pay tribute to Celtic heroes including Jimmy Johnstone, Tommy Gemmell and Tommy Burns.
Large crowds are expected to line the streets in respect of the former Celtic captain and manager, meaning road restrictions will be put in place.
Read more: Route revealed for funeral of Lisbon Lions' captain
Celtic Football Club have confirmed they will be live-streaming the service for those who cannot attend the funeral.
They expect the cortège to arrive at approximately 1.30pm.
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