A really nice touch.
Most Celtic fans will be firmly focused on picking up three points this afternoon against Hearts as the Bhoys bid to close the gap on Aberdeen at the top of the table but there’s another reason for fans to pay close attention to Ronny Deila’s men.
The Scottish champions will once again incorporate an emblem on to their famous jerseys to remember The Irish Famine, or the Great Hunger as it is known in many parts of the world including Scotland.
Club chairman Peter Lawwell has stated that the symbol is deeply important to the club because it ties in with their Irish roots and history.
“The origins of Celtic Football Club are inextricably linked to the Great Famine and it is right that we once again join in this commemoration,” Lawwell says.
“Celtic was formed by immigrants and to help people in real need, many whose families had escaped the devastation of the Great Famine.”
“We should never forget the devastating impact this event had on the lives of so many millions of people and we are pleased again to play our part in this year’s memorial.”
