The death last week of Spanish footballing legend Francisco Gento at the age of 88, would no doubt stir the memories of Kilmarnock fans of a certain vintage.
For the majestic record-breaking winger once graced Rugby Park when Ayrshire’s top team played Real Madrid in the European Cup, now known as the Champions League.
After recording a 1-0 aggregate win over Albanian side Nentori, Killie were drawn to play the mighty Real in the next round, the first match taking place at Rugby Park on November 17, 1965.