The Celtic 'this will change' prophecy realised as emptiness turns to elation - title winning big match verdict

Celtic skipper Callum McGregor stood beside the Tannadice pitch with hurt written all over his face.

The place was deserted, the feeling one of emptiness.

After a decade of dominance, Celtic had lost their title following a dismal 0-0 draw with Dundee United, a result which summed up their season.

Right there, in March of last year, he said things would change.

As he celebrated on that same pitch last night, surrounded by jubilant team-mates and fans, the captain proved to be as good as his word.

On Saturday, the 28-year-old will hoist aloft the Premiership trophy to deliver on his promise.

McGregor said Celtic would come back stronger from the setback because that’s what champions do.

And that is exactly what they have done.

The trophy is back in Celtic’s hands for a 10th time in 11 seasons, with the skipper leading on the pitch as Ange Postecoglou has masterminded the entire success.

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The Aussie wasn’t given a chance when he walked in the door 11 months ago but he took on this term’s task with the same determination and defiance as his captain.

Postecoglou wasn’t interested in a year of transition. Instead, it has been a year of transformation.

From gloom, disappointment and frustration last