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42 major honours in 25 years – it all started on this day in 2000
Celtic FC · Mar 19

42 major honours in 25 years – it all started on this day in 2000

42 major honours in 25 years – it all started on this day in 2000
42 major honours in 25 years – it all started on this day in 2000

A quarter-of-a-century ago, Celtic lifted the League Cup on March 19, 2000, marking the first of 42 major honours won over the last 25 years. That victory at Hampden, a 2-0 triumph over Aberdeen, was a significant moment for the club, setting the foundation for many successes in the years that followed. The League Cup final, played in front of a packed Hampden crowd, was a hard-fought contest. Vidar Riseth’s first-half opener gave Celtic the lead, before Tommy Johnson doubled the advantage in the second half ensuring Celtic brought the first trophy of the millennium home to Paradise. Since that day, Celtic have gone on to claim 18 league titles, 12 Scottish Cups, and 12 League Cups, with memorable achievements such as four consecutive domestic Trebles along the way. The 2000 League Cup final was the start of a new chapter for the club, and Celtic TV subscribers can now relive the full match, watching as the team secured the first trophy of the new millennium.That League Cup win was more than just silverware. It was the beginning of a new era for the club, reinforcing Celtic’s place at the top of the Scottish game. Over the past 25 years, Celtic’s success has been built on key moments, including landmark title wins and cup triumphs. As we reflect on this milestone, Celtic TV subscribers can now watch the full 2000 League Cup final now.  The match is available to stream in full, offering a chance to look back on the moment Celtic lifted Scottish football’s first trophy of the new millennium. For those not yet subscribed, Celtic TV provides access to exclusive archive matches, live content, and behind-the-scenes features, as well as on-demand content without the need for a subscription. Subscribers can watch here on Celtic TV.

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