Billy Mackay

The incredible story of ‘the miracle man’ Billy Mackay – hailed as the new George Best when he joined Rangers in 1976, forced out of the game by injury at 23, only to make a near-miraculous comeback with double-chasing Hearts in 1986.

Foreword by Rangers and Scotland legend Willie Johnston.

From Graeme Strachan, author of the critically acclaimed Brawls, Bribes and Broken Dreams: How Dundee Almost Won the European Cup.

Drawing on extensive research and in-depth interviews with Billy Mackay, Strachan brings us the definitive account of a career like no other. Inside you will find:

- Mackay’s untold stories of playing alongside Gers greats such as John Greig, Davie Cooper and Ally McCoist

- Insight into his relationship with Jock Wallace and the highs and lows of life at Ibrox

- A behind-the-scenes look at the turmoil surrounding John Greig’s departure

- A candid account of Mackay’s mental struggles after being forced into retirement at age 23

- The full story of his ‘miracle man’ comeback with Hearts and the dramatic title-decider against Dundee

- Life after football – including his unexpected move into undertaking

- Rare and previously unseen photos from across his career

A must-read for all Rangers, Hearts and Dunfermline fans, this is the untold story of one of Scottish football’s most remarkable comebacks.

© 2026 Pitch Publishing (อีบุ๊ก): 9781836803973

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