The club have ties to the 19th century tragedy – commonly known as The Great Hunger (An Gorta Mór) – as many Irish immigrants moved to Scotland in search of a better life. which led to the formation of Celtic back in 1887. Nearly 140 years later, the club is still going strong, though its charitable origins have not been forgotten.
On Trophy Day this Saturday, the same date as National Famine Commemoration Day, the club will pay tribute to their Irish roots by adding the cross to the green and white hoops against St Mirren. Celtic also revealed their plans to auction off some of the special jerseys, in aid of charities in Ireland.
In a statement on the club’s official website, Celtic said, “Celtic Football Club is delighted to confirm that a selection of matchworn and match issue shirts from the game against St. Mirren – signed by each respective player from the matchday squad – will be available to bid on via our charity eBay account.
“Bidding will go live at 5pm on Tuesday, May 20 and will close around 5pm on Tuesday, May 27. Keep an eye out for further details on how to bid.
“Proceeds raised from the shirt auction will be devoted to supporting vulnerable children and young people through our project delivery in Ireland.
“Thank you for your wonderful support.”
Saturday is set to be a day of celebration for the club, as Celtic get set to lift their fourth consecutive Scottish Premiership trophy, following their match against St Mirren. According to reports, Brendan Rodgers and James Forrest will do the trophy honours pre and post-match, as the club gets their hands on their second piece of silverware this season.
Next Saturday, they have the chance to clinch the treble against Aberdeen at Hampden in the Scottish Cup final.
