On a bitterly cold night under the lights at Celtic Park, the Scottish Champions put Hibernian to the sword, winning 4-1. However, Celtic were also able to pay tribute to Shane MacGowan, who tragically died last week.
MacGowan, who was the legendary frontman of The Pogues, died in Dublin aged 65. The singer was a big Celtic supporter and his connection with the club was recognised by the Celtic Park DJ, who took their opportunity to pay homage to MacGowan with two tracks.
Fairytale of New York was played at half-time, which at this time of year isn’t too surprising. Although, there was an added poignancy given the passing of MacGowan.
Those brave enough to withstand the Arctic conditions and hang around for the lap of honour after tonight's Hibs game were rewarded with a fantastic version of the Celtic Song by the legend that was Shane MacGowan. pic.twitter.com/9S8kxKrShh
— The Fast Lovin' Sin-Soaked Heathen (@fast_sin) December 7, 2023
RIP Shane MacGowan – one of the great maverick lyricists.
Hopefully Fairytale of New York will be Christmas number one this year as a mark of respect to him. pic.twitter.com/Tor77IBIx2
— James Melville (@JamesMelville) November 30, 2023
Then, after John Beaton sounded the final whistle for full time, The Celtic Song as performed by MacGowan was played.
Shane MacGowan singing The Celtic Song. https://t.co/tNu7WonEeD
— Celticbars (@celticbars) October 1, 2021
Celtic have used Fiesta by The Pogues as a goal song for a number of years but tonight’s inclusion of the two tracks were clearly a nod to the great man. May he rest in peace.
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