Celtic defeated Dunfermline Athletic 3-1 [3] on Saturday to win the Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park [1].
The victory is significant because it allows Celtic to secure a domestic double after previously winning the Scottish Premiership [4]. For Dunfermline, the match represented a rare opportunity to challenge for a major trophy as a Championship side [4].
The match kicked off at 3 p.m. BST [1] on May 23, 2026 [2]. The national stadium in Glasgow served as the venue for the clash between the two clubs [1].
Celtic entered the match as favorites, seeking to cap off their season by adding the cup to their league title. Dunfermline fought to keep the game competitive, but the final score of 3-1 [3] cemented the victory for the Glasgow-based side.
This result marks another chapter in the historic rivalry and dominance of the top-tier clubs in the competition. The win ensures that Celtic finishes the season with the two most prestigious trophies in Scottish domestic football.
“Celtic defeated Dunfermline 3-1 in the Scottish Cup final”
The completion of the domestic double reinforces Celtic's current hegemony over Scottish football. While Dunfermline's run as a Championship side highlighted a competitive spirit, the gap in resources and quality between the Premiership winners and the second tier remains evident in the final result.
