While Celtic are the most successful club in the history of the Scottish Cup with 42 wins – from their first triumph in 1892 through to the most recent success in 2024 – Brendan Rodgers also has an incredible record in the competition.

He has managed Celtic in 19 previous Scottish Cup ties, and he has won all 19 of them, which has resulted in three trophy lifts at Hampden too.

That record began back in January 2017 with a 3-0 win over Albion Rovers, and he hopes it will continue with victory over Hibernian on Sunday.

“From my first spell here coming in 2016, I’ve always recognised the importance of this competition, which is why we give absolutely everything to try and win it,” the Hoops boss said.

'But I think every team is the same. Every team up here, they love the magic of the Scottish Cup.'

“That final at Hampden is such a special trophy to play for, and especially when you get to the quarter-final stage, the final is there but you just have to focus on this game and the games that can take you there.

“I said when I came back, my promise to supporters was to win, to fight for them and the players, and to have progress in Europe, and I think that winning, and winning trophies is what I said I wanted to do when I came in.

“It’s very much a part of the game here at Celtic and obviously the Scottish Cup being an opportunity to win a really special trophy.

“So, for me, every game in this competition is so important and I hope I can keep the record going.”

The manager also gave a squad update for Sunday’s game, with Callum McGregor and Auston Trusty both available, but Liam Scales looks set to miss the match following the cheekbone injury he suffered against St Mirren last weekend.

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Magic of the Scottish Cup
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Watch the manager’s full press conference

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