25 photos of some famous football faces at The Shay including Elton John, Brian Clough, George Best and Sir Alex Ferguson

Some famous names from the world of football have appeared at The Shay down the years.

By Tom Scargill

Published 3rd Dec 2023, 12:00 BST

Updated 3rd Dec 2023, 15:31 BST

Take a trip down memory lane and take a look at some of the famous faces who have visited the home of Halifax Town.

1. Famous faces

Elton John at The Shay for Town's game against Watford on April 22, 1978 Photo: Skircoat Shed Archive

George Best in action for Manchester United in their Watney Cup defeat on July 31, 1971 Photo: Masahide Tomikoshi

Mickey Bullock shares a joke with Tommy Docherty in September 1981 Photo: Skircoat Shed Archive

Frank O'Farrell with Paul Hendrie and Bobby Davison in November 1982 Photo: Skircoat Shed Archive