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Nov 18, 2023 • 12 tweets • 6 min read
Continuing the #celticothercups series...
The story of the British League Cup is highly unusual.
This is a trophy which, though held in Celtic’s trophy room, names only Rangers as winners.
The full tale is one involving tragedy and defeat.
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The tale of the British League Cup begins in 1901, at the Glasgow Exhibition.
A football contest was held (played at Glasgow Uni) which saw Celtic meet Rangers in the final.
On 9 Sept 1901, the Celts lost 3-1 to Rangers.
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Dec 10, 2022 • 10 tweets • 5 min read
One of the saddest stories in Celtic's history is that of Mick McKeown.
After a notable career with the Bhoys the Ayrshire man's life spiralled downwards.
It came to an end in awful circumstances - the exact location being in the shadow of Celtic Park.
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McKeown was part of many important Celtic firsts, including:
* First game at original Celtic Park (playing for Hibs)
* Celtic’s first trophy (1889 Glasgow North Eastern Cup)
* First Scottish Cup game (his debut)
* First league game