Video: Celtic Fans 1988, Pub Celebrations (Rare Footage)

1988 really was a special year for Celtic fans. The club celebrated its centenary season with a domestic double, the Scottish Cup being won in dramatic last gasp circumstances. In an era with huge crowds, terracing and no mobile phones, it was special to enjoy the moment. However, there is very little footage of the fans as a result.

I stumbled across this absolute gem on Youtube this afternoon. It shows Celtic fans singing and enjoying themselves in the Royal Oak, Cavendish, Levernwater.

The singing begins at approximately 2 minutes 20 seconds in.

You can enjoy the old songbook, some of which have made a comeback. Piling on the Agony and Sean South seem to be the favourites, whilst On The One Road/Soldiers Song and a host of other familiar chants can be heard.

Enjoy!

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Hailing from an Irish background, I grew up on the English south coast with the good fortune to begin watching Celtic during the Martin O'Neill era. I have written four Celtic books since the age of 19: Our Stories & Our Songs: The Celtic Support, Take Me To Your Paradise: A History Of Celtic-Related Incidents & Events, Walfrid & The Bould Bhoys: Celtic's Founding Fathers, First Season & Early Stars, and The Holy Grounds of Glasgow Celtic: A Guide To Celtic Landmarks & Sites Of Interest. These were previously sold in Waterstones and official Celtic FC stores, and are now available on Amazon.

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