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Andrew Newport

Andy Goram hailed for 'unbelievable' Rangers save as Celtic hero Pierre van Hooijdonk delivers emotional tribute

Pierre van Hooijdonk paid tribute to “unbelievable” Rangers rival Andy Goram. The legendary Ibrox No.1 built his legacy on his Old Firm performances - with his iconic November 1995 save from the Dutchman widely regarded as the best derby stop of all time.

Goram - who died on Saturday aged 58 - pulled off an incredible point-blank block to prevent van Hooijdonk from volleying Tommy Burns’ swashbuckling Hoops in front at Ibrox. The Holland striker had the final say on a 3-3 thriller as he finally beat the Light Blues No.1 with a late header to secure a draw for his team.

But 26 years on he admits he’s still haunted by THAT save as he hailed Goram as one of the best shot-stoppers he has ever faced. The former Parkhead ace told Record Sport: “During your playing career you are rivals and we both tried to do our best for our clubs. Andy was a very, very good goalkeeper at that time for Rangers.

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