Liverpool legend Alan Hansen receives hero’s welcome on return to Partick Thistle as he reunites with previous team-mates after summer time well being scare

Alan Hansen loved an emotional return to the membership the place he launched his illustrious profession on Saturday.

The 69-year-old acquired a standing ovation as he reunited with former team-mates at Scottish Championship membership Partick Thistle’s Firhill Stadium.

It comes after the Liverpool legend was hospitalised for 2 weeks in June as he was critically unwell, earlier than being discharged to proceed his restoration at house. He has since been on the mend and taking part in golf. 

Hansen launched his profession at Partick Thistle and received the Scottish First Division in 1975-76 earlier than shifting to Liverpool.

There he stayed from 1977 to 1991, making 620 appearances and turning into captain. He received no fewer than 25 trophies at Anfield, together with eight First Division titles and three European Cups.  

He was launched from hospital over the summer time after falling critically unwell in June  

Hansen (pictured proper alongside Graeme Souness and Kenny Dalglish) was admitted to hospital on June 9 and was left preventing for his life

Hansen attended the 2-1 win over Airdrieonians on Saturday together with his brother John and was delighted to benefit from the event. 

Kick-off was delayed by 40 minutes as a consequence of a linesman being injured and, fairly aptly, the Scotland Epistles soccer journal claimed it was 40 years since Hansen had been at Firhill. 

‘It feels sensational,’ Hansen mentioned. ‘It is nice to be right here, as I have not been right here in a protracted, very long time. 

‘I’ve acquired so many joyful recollections, particularly with that group in ’76, that group was implausible. 

‘As quickly as you went into the dressing room right here, you simply laughed and laughed. Thanks very a lot for having me right here.’ 

After his taking part in profession, Hansen made a easy transition to punditry. He rejected the supply of going into administration earlier than pursuing a profession in broadcasting, the place he would take up positions with Sky and BBC Radio 5 Stay.

He subsequently joined up with BBC Match of the Day as a co-host in 1992 earlier than leaving the present in 2014 having lined 16 FA Cup finals, six World Cups, 5 European Championships and one Olympic Video games with the BBC.

Throughout this time, Hansen turned identified for his sharp analytical thoughts and his criticism of defenders, having performed the place himself.

The Liverpool legend (second proper throughout his days taking part in) received 25 trophies on Merseyside

He additionally famously declared ‘you’ll be able to’t win something with children’ after Manchester United misplaced 3-1 to Aston Villa of their opening sport of the 1995-96 season – although the Crimson Devils did go on to life the Premier League that season.

He stepped away from punditry after the 2014 World Cup, however has remained concerned within the sport by often attending matches at Anfield in recent times to look at his beloved Liverpool.

There was an outpouring of affection in the summertime when individuals heard about his unwell well being and loads of aid when he was discharged.

Gary Lineker was amongst those that reacted with delight, describing it as ‘the perfect information ever’.

Former England boss Glenn Hoddle mentioned: ‘What nice information that Alan Hansen is out of hospital and at house. Take it straightforward large man.’

Ex-Liverpool striker John Aldridge additionally commented: ‘Nice information to see you my previous mate Alan (Jockey) Hansen has been launched from hospital.’

Former team-mate Graeme Souness in the meantime informed talkSPORT: ‘I spoke to him a pair days in the past. Anybody who’s met Alan Hansen, he has a depraved sense of humour so I’ve had two conversations with him within the final 5, six days.

‘Each conversations have been me on the receiving finish of his humour, in order that tells me he is on the best way again.’