Scottish soccer club Celtic claims 55th league title, matching record of arch-rivals Rangers

** title: Celtic in the Scottish Premiership 2022-2023: A Dominant Season**

subtitle: Claiming the Top-Flight Title with Ease and a Domestic Treble in Sight

Celtic crowned themselves Scottish Premiership champions for the 55th time in their history and set their sights on a domestic treble following a rampant 5-0 win against Dundee United on Saturday. This win securely sealed the title with four games remaining, surpassing long-time rivals Rangers by a staggering 18 points.

With this victory, Celtic notched their fourth consecutive league title and appeared on course for a sixth domestic treble in the last nine seasons. Already holding the Scottish League Cup, the team will face Aberdeen in the Scottish FA Cup final on May 24 – a chance to add another title to their collection.

Rangers last claimed the league title in 2021, but they couldn't keep up with Celtic this season, as the latter asserted an impressive reign over Scottish football. In the past 26 domestic trophies, Celtic has snatched 21 of them. If they win a third consecutive Scottish FA Cup, it would bring that number to 22 from 27.

Celtic's captain, Callum McGregor, hailed the team's success: "Amazing performance, outstanding. It means the world to us." The team's manager, Brendan Rodgers, also expressed his pride: "I have never been happier here," he said, adding "it's important to keep the motivation and the hunger at this stage of the season."

Rodgers rejected rumors of his potential departure, stating unequivocally that he'd be present for next season: "I will 200% be at Celtic for next season."

In the match against Dundee United, Celtic's fans protested ticket pricing for away supporters by throwing tangerines onto the field. Despite the disturbance, the team maintained focus, eventually resuming the game and propelling themselves toward an undeniable victory.

The fans also paid tribute to Pope Francis during a minute's silence before the game, in remembrance of his death. A delegation from Celtic, including Rodgers and his squad, met with Pope Francis in December 2023, following a game against Lazio.

More Than a Derby: The Celtic-Rangers Rivalry

One of the most passionate and intense rivalries in football is between Celtic and Rangers, often nicknamed the Old Firm. This rivalry goes beyond sports, encompassing deep-rooted cultural, historical, and sectarian divides that are integral to Scottish society. As Celtic continued their dominance this season, the rivalry reached a new height.

Key Players

Throughout the 2022-2023 campaign, several players stood out as paramount to Celtic's success. These include midfielders Callum McGregor and Jota, as well as striker Kyogo Furuhashi.

Looking Ahead: The Quest for a Domestic Treble

As the final weeks of the season approached, Celtic was poised to achieve a domestic treble – their third in nine seasons. By overcoming any obstacles, they could etch their name even further into the annals of Scottish football history.

Despite the negativity surrounding ticket pricing for away supporters, Celtic's fans continued to enjoy their football and tallied another victory against Dundee United.
In the coming European leagues, Celtic aims to display similar dominance as they did in the Scottish Premiership, and their sights are set on the 2023-2024 season.
Although the Premier League might be across the globe, Celtic's rivals, like Manchester United and Liverpool, can't help but notice the team's impressive 2022-2023 performances.
Beyond the sports field, the Celtic-Rangers rivalry transcends into the global arena, with supporters for both teams passionately debating their respective merits.
In the quest for a domestic treble, Scott Brown, the influential Celtic player, joins Callum McGregor, Jota, and Kyogo Furuhashi as a key player, embodying the team's drive to maintain their dominance.