Leeds United – The Wee Barra
During the 50s and 60s few British footballers made a bigger impact than Bobby Collins. Making his Celtic bow in 1949, Collins claimed every domestic honour. A regular for Scotland, he scored in the 1958 World Cup before joining Everton. Following a four-year spell, where he skippered the team, Collins joined Leeds United, leading the club into Division 1 and a first FA Cup final. Don Revie’s greatest signing, following his departure in 1967, Collins offered experience to Bury and Morton. Dubbed the Wee Barra by Celtic followers, Collins endeared himself to players and supporters with his all-action game. A brilliant tactician and motivator, Collins was a supreme passer of the ball, possessed a thunderous strike and never shirked a tackle. Playing with stars from a golden era, Collins held his own against the elite. This profusely illustrated book is the first to chronicle the career of an exceptional talent.