In the race for the SPL title, Celtic recorded a win over city rivals Rangers.

Rangers defeated Hibernian 1–0 at Easter Road, thereby winning the league championship title and leaving Celtic in second position.

It was widely reported that O'Neill decided to take time out of football in order to care for his ailing wife, who was ill with lymphoma.

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List of squad players, including number of appearances by competition Last updated: 12 June 2017Source: [citation needed] In: Out: James McLeod was released due to long term injury, ongoing Sciatic nerve problem due to dislocating herniated disc.