Celtic defeated Dunfermline Athletic 3-1 [1] on Saturday, May 23, 2026 [2], to win the Scottish Cup final.
The victory marks a significant milestone for the club as it secures a domestic double. This achievement follows the team's success in winning the Premiership the previous week [4].
The match took place at Hampden Park in Glasgow [3]. Celtic faced Dunfermline Athletic, a second-tier side, in the final. The final score of 3-1 [1] ensured that the trophy returned to the club.
This win represents the 14th domestic double [4] in the history of the club. By securing both the league title and the national cup in a single season, Celtic has reinforced its position at the top of Scottish football.
The club's dominance throughout the season culminated in this Saturday appearance at the national stadium. The result concludes the competitive calendar for the team with two major trophies in hand.
“Celtic defeated Dunfermline Athletic 3-1 to win the Scottish Cup final.”
The achievement of a 14th domestic double underscores Celtic's sustained dominance over the Scottish football landscape. By winning both the Premiership and the Scottish Cup in the same season, the club demonstrates a level of depth and consistency that separates it from other domestic competitors, including the second-tier opposition faced in this final.
