Celtic Home Shirt 1995/97

Celtic’s 1995–97 period was one of transition and near misses as the club sought to re-establish itself as a dominant force in Scottish football. Under Tommy Burns, Celtic played attractive, attacking football led by Pierre van Hooijdonk, Jorge Cadete, and Paolo Di Canio — dubbed the “Three Amigos.”

In 1995/96, Celtic finished second in the league behind Rangers, losing only once but drawing too many games to mount a real title challenge. The highlight came in 1995, when they won the Scottish Cup, their first major trophy in six years.

The 1996/97 season brought further frustration — again runners-up to Rangers — and despite Burns’ entertaining style, his inability to secure the title led to his departure.