Eleven weeks on from that Treble-busting defeat at Hampden , the pain still lingers.
It was the first time that Brendan Rodgers had picked up a runners-up medal in Mount Florida.
Yet you won't hear any hard-luck stories from the Celtic boss.
In his mind, Aberdeen were worthy winners as they finally ended a 30-year Scottish Cup drought
For a club that’s hoovered up 21 of the last 30 domestic trophies, it served as a timely reminder that success isn’t guaranteed.
Rodgers has rammed that message home to his squad as they gear up for another hectic campaign - and a quick-fire reunion with the Dons. Article continues below
He said: “The cup final was clearly hard to lose because you know the disappointment that it gives so many people. We've been on the other end of w