Santa presented Celtic with their trophy (Image: Sky Sports)
Celtic fans were treated to a second Christmas this year as Santa Claus himself presented the Scottish Premiership title to the players on Trophy Day today.
The festive figure emerged from the Parkhead tunnel with the silverware after a 3-2 victory over St Mirren secured the title.
Callum McGregor and Joe Hart then lifted the trophy in celebration of their third consecutive title triumph and the club's 12th in the last 13 seasons. It is their 54th overall.
This joyous occasion follows a contentious incident last December when Father Christmas was booed at the same stadium during a home loss to Hearts.
Lawrence Shankland and Stephen Kingsley scored that day, and Santa was asked to spread some holiday cheer during half-time.
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However, his appearance was met with disapproval from the crowd. But all seems to be forgiven now, as a beaming Santa handed off the trophy amidst cheers and celebrations.
Brendan Rodgers was shown on Sky Sports with a beaming smile as Saint Nick walked out on to the pitch. He said post-match: "It is very special.
"It has been a long, hard season but we got there. To have a day like today with the players is really special.
"It is absolutely fantastic, I will enjoy it more in the summer when we can strengthen the squad. The players have given me everything, the support staff, and there is no doubt you are always learning and I have enjoyed that aspect of it."