History of Hibernian F.C.

History Of Hibernian F.C.

Hibernian, one of the most prominent clubs in Scottish football, was founded in 1875. The club was named in honour of the Roman name for Ireland and the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The club has competed in the top division of Scottish football in all but four seasons since they first gained entry to the top division in 1895. Hibernian have been Scottish champions four times, most recently in 1952. The club has also been champions of the second tier five times, most recently in 1999. Hibernian have won the Scottish Cup twice, but not since 1902. The club has won the League Cup three times, most recently when they defeated Kilmarnock 5–1 in the 2007 Scottish League Cup Final.

Read more about History Of Hibernian F.C.:  Formation (up To 1875), Early Success (1878–1887), Celtic (1887–1891), Reformation (1892–1945), The Famous Five (1945–1955), 1960s, Turnbull's Tornadoes (1971–1980), Takeover Bid By Hearts (1989–1991), Bibliography

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