One spectacular picture sums up James Tavernier’s disappointing career

James Tavernier made his final ever appearance at Celtic Park yesterday.

Typically it was disappointing.

Back in 2016 a fresh faced former Wigan ace was part of a team that got hammered 5-1 by a Moussa Dembele inspired Celtic.

Yesterday it was only 3-1 with Daizen Maeda the main man as Tavernier left the scene after 59 miserable minutes.

That was just two minutes after he watched Maeda send an overhead kick looping over Jack Butland to send Celtic Park wild with excitement.

Back in season 2016/17 Tavernier’s team finished third behind Celtic and Aberdeen. Fittingly he will leave Scottish football with the Tribute Act again in third place.

Less than a month ago everything in Tavernier’s garden was rosy.

A 6-3 win away to Falkirk made Danny Rohl’s side favourites to win the title. A second one for the club captain.

After a jolly to Marbella Tav told the media messengers that his focus was on the title, not securing another £2m a year contract.

Suddenly, two days later it was Birthday Card time as the Hall of Famer announced that this season was his last.

TAVERNIER- THE LOSERS LOSER

Three defeats later and it is farewell to Ibrox on Wednesday night.

Memories of three trophy wins in 11 years will be recalled over the remaining week of his career.

What’s next is unknown. Only afar fetched tale of Spurs swooping has come to light since he announced his departure.

There aren’t many clubs looking for a 34-year-old right-back to take every corner, free-kick, penalty and throw in but who can’t defend.

His Show-reel against Celtic is a classic.

Around 20,000 angry bears are expected for the visit of Hibs. There may be 2,000 left at the final whistle as Tavernier leads the losers on a lap of honour.

Alongside Andy Halliday he will forever hold a central place in the glories of The Banter Years.