Former Celtic star Tom Rogic has broken his long-standing social media silence to pay tribute to James Forrest after the winger made history by becoming the most decorated player in Celtic’s history.
Rogic, a key figure in Celtic’s Invincible treble-winning side, has kept a remarkably low profile since his retirement from football. Known for being shy of the limelight even during his playing days, the Australian has kept his private life firmly under wraps, disappearing almost entirely from public view after hanging up his boots.
However, news of Forrest’s incredible milestone – surpassing Bobby Lennox to win a record 26 major honours with Celtic – prompted Rogic to resurface online. The former Celtic hero shared a post celebrating his former teammate’s achievement, marking a rare appearance from the man whose magical moments in green and white are etched into club folklore.
The bond between Rogic and Forrest was built over a decade of shared success at Celtic Park, with the pair lifting multiple league titles, Scottish Cups, and League Cups together. Their time at the club coincided with one of the most dominant periods in Celtic’s history, including the unforgettable unbeaten domestic campaign under Brendan Rodgers in 2016-17.
While Rogic’s appearance on social media was brief, it spoke volumes about the respect and friendship he holds for Forrest. It also provided a rare glimpse of the famously private midfielder, whose departure from the professional game left fans with few updates on his post-football life.
James Forrest, now a 13-time Scottish champion and winner of 5 Scottish Cups and 8 League Cups, continues to write his own chapter in the club’s storied history. The response from former teammates like Rogic highlights just how significant his achievement is within the Celtic family.
Tom brought an emotional end to his Celtic career in May 2022, departing after nine years and sixteen major honours in the Hoops. The Australian midfielder, remembered for his knack for delivering in the big moments, moved on at the end of the 2021/22 season after making 273 appearances and scoring 46 goals.
After leaving Parkhead, Rogic had a brief spell with West Bromwich Albion in the English Championship but never recaptured the magic of his Celtic days. In October 2023, at just 30 years old, Rogic announced his retirement from football, choosing to step away from the game to focus on his young family. It marked the quiet conclusion to a glittering career that once lit up Celtic Park on the biggest of stages.
