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1966-67 European Cup

The 1966-67 UEFA European Cup, also known as Eurocup 1966, was the twelfth season of the European Cup, UEFA's premier club football tournament. The competition featured a total of thirty-three teams from across Europe, representing twenty-nine national federations.

This edition marked the first time that the Soviet Union entered its champion into the competition, while Atlético Madrid returned to the tournament for the first time since 1958-59. Ajax, Beşiktaş, and Olympiacos made their first appearance in six years, with all participants being their respective association champions, except for title holders Real Madrid.

The preliminary round was expanded due to the number of participating teams, introducing a second round to allow the title holder to receive a bye to the next round. The competition began on September 14, 1966, and concluded on May 23, 1967.

In the final match at Estádio Nacional in Lisbon, Celtic Football Club from Scotland defeated Inter Milan 2-1, becoming the first British team to win this trophy. This victory marked a historic moment for Scottish football, as Celtic became the only Scottish club to have won the European Cup title. The competition also saw notable performances from other debutants, including Linfield and Vålerenga.

The final was disputed between Celtic and Internazionale, with Celtic emerging victorious in front of a crowd at Estádio Nacional. This win not only marked Celtic's first European Cup title but also their first major international trophy. The victory cemented Celtic's place as one of the top clubs in Europe, solidifying their reputation as a force to be reckoned with in club football.

The 1966-67 European Cup was a significant moment for UEFA, marking an expansion of the competition and introducing new teams from across Europe. This edition showcased the growing strength and diversity of European club football, paving the way for future competitions and cementing the European Cup's status as one of the most prestigious tournaments in international club football.

The final match also marked a notable achievement for Scottish football, with Celtic becoming the first British team to win this trophy. The victory was all the more impressive given that it came against an Italian opponent, Inter Milan, who were considered strong contenders for the title. This historic moment has been remembered as one of the most significant in Scottish football history.

The 1966-67 European Cup winner Celtic Football Club went on to achieve further