Celtic hero Bobby Petta on nightmare to dreamland under Martin O’Neill

In this episode of Let Me Be Frank, Bobby Petta joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston to look back on the highs and lows of his time at Celtic.

He recalls his finest hour in the green and white hoops when his blistering form in the famous 6-2 demolition of Rangers led to Dutch compatriot Fernando Ricksen being subbed after 20 minutes.

A former Feyenoord teammate of Henrik Larsson, he explains why life was tough in Glasgow after being signed by John Barnes from Ipswich in 1999, but reveals that O’Neill and the late Tommy Burns gave him the confidence to succeed.

Full of laughs, insight, and a few jaw-dropping tales, this is a must-watch for fans of Celtic, the Netherlands and classic football storytelling

Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!

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