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Benni McCarthy honoured by former EPL club as one of the best ever
South African football legend Benni McCarthy was honoured by Blackburn Rovers during the club’s 150th anniversary gala dinner at Ewood Park, receiving a prestigious Honour Cap for his outstanding contribution.
The former Bafana Bafana striker remains one of Rovers’ most celebrated forwards, having scored 52 goals in 141 appearances after joining from FC Porto in 2006. His unforgettable debut season, where he netted 24 goals, cemented his place in the club’s history.
The star-studded event, hosted by Kevin Gallacher and Andy Bayes, brought together more than 350 guests in the Premier Lounge for an evening “filled with nostalgia, emotion and celebration,” as put by the club. The gala reflected on Blackburn’s rich legacy, which includes three top-flight titles, six FA Cups and one League Cup making them the only English club to have won major honours across three different centuries.
McCarthy was among several club greats to receive Honour Caps, alongside Alan Shearer, Phil Jones, Charlie Mulgrew, Craig Short, Craig Conway and Roger Jones. Each received a warm reception as they reflected on their careers at Ewood Park.
Other Rovers legends, including Jordan Rhodes, David Dunn and Colin Hendry, also shared memorable stories from their time at the club.
The evening was not without emotion, as tributes were paid to long-serving club figure Tony Parkes, who had passed away just a day before the event. Current manager Michael O’Neill and his staff were also acknowledged for securing the club’s Championship status.
Proceeds from the gala will go towards supporting the Blackburn Rovers Former Players Association, continuing the club’s commitment to caring for its past heroes.
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