Celtic and League Trophy Day

Celtic and League Trophy Day

Author: The Celtic Underground April 22, 2026 Duration: 10:41

45 years ago (25 April 1981) was a small piece of Celtic history. For the first time, the Bhoys received the League trophy in an on-field presentation.

The way things are going, that might not be an issue this season!

This latest podcast tells the story of Celtic and the League trophy.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com

Enjoy…

* FREE Celtic history walks - upcoming dates *Learn more about Celtic's Glasgow story:Celtic in the West EndSunday 26 AprilCeltic in the southsideFriday 1 MayCeltic in the city centreSunday 26 JulyTo book or find out more:https://celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com/about/

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