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There aren’t many things that the Hotline regulars can all agree on. But Denis Law’s legendary status was a topic callers could unite around.

Gary Stevenson, Newtonhill, was first to pay tribute to the Scotland and Manchester United great, who passed away on Friday aged 84. He said: “In a world where the term world class is overused, we say farewell to a Scotsman who was genuinely world class. Rest in peace and thanks for the memories Denis.”

Robert Livingstone, Palm Beach, added: "Modest and self-effacing, Denis said he was a very lucky guy to have had a bit of talent on the football pitch. But the word great used in its proper context would be fitting for Denis Law as he was all of that, having achieved superstar status at his beloved Manchester United. Idolised by the fans, a football immortal, Pele commented to writer Hugh McIllvanney that Denis was the only British player who could have got in Brazil's 1970 World Cup side. A humble man who never forgot his Aberdonian roots."

Stephen Johnstone, Ardentinny, followed that to say: “Football has lost an icon. Denis ‘the menace’ Law played should have been knighted. His dazzling performances on the pitch will life forever in football folklore.”

Bill Waugh, Glasgow, said: “Great player, great man and humble with it. One of the few players of any footballing generation that had respect from all fans and players. Not many have that claim especially in the modern era.”

Celtic kicked-off the defence of the Scottish Cup with an edgy win over Kilmarnock - but the Hoops faithful weren’t impressed. And Fraser Davison, Glasgow, said: “I've been saying it for weeks now, our poor passing, lack of movement, lack of physicality, reluctance to get involved in tackles, our desire to play