The wait is over, football fans! Icons of Football is back for a thrilling third season on BBC Scotland, bringing you the untold stories of Scottish football's biggest legends—both on and off the pitch. As the current season winds down and the World Cup buzz builds, this documentary series serves up the perfect blend of nostalgia and fresh insights.
Mark your calendars: all episodes drop on BBC iPlayer from Thursday, 7 May, with the Henrik Larsson episode airing live on BBC Scotland at 22:00 that same day. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or just love a good football tale, here's a sneak peek at what's in store.
Henrik Larsson: The King of Kings
No introduction needed for this Celtic legend. Arriving in Glasgow in the summer of 1997, Larsson went on to play 315 games and net an astonishing 242 goals for the Hoops. Widely hailed as one of the club's greatest ever, he earned the nickname "The King of Kings" from the Celtic faithful. From the heartbreak of Seville to lifting the Champions League with Barcelona—and earning glowing praise from Thierry Henry—Larsson's journey is pure icon status.
Gary McAllister: Cool Under Pressure
Brought in as an "old head" by Gerard Houllier at Liverpool, McAllister was already a title winner with Leeds, where he formed part of a legendary midfield quartet alongside David Batty, Gary Speed, and Gordon Strachan. He even kept a young Steven Gerrard out of the side before winning a treble at Anfield. While his penalty miss against England is a lasting memory, McAllister refuses to let it define him. A proud Scotland captain and Hall of Fame inductee, he remains one of the nation's most gifted midfielders ever.
Davie Cooper: The Maverick Magician
Graeme Souness once called letting Davie Cooper leave Ibrox his biggest regret. A true maverick winger who refused to be pigeon-holed, Cooper was one of the most naturally gifted players to ever pull on a Rangers or Scotland shirt. His Scottish Cup triumph with Motherwell is still remembered with awe—a testament to a talent that simply couldn't be contained.
Grab your favorite team's jersey, settle in, and get ready for the stories behind the stars. Icons of Football is streaming now—don't miss a minute.