The 1982–83 season was the 86th season of competitive

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in Scotland.

Overview

In a tightly fought contest

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won their maiden Scottish league title. The league remained undecided until the last day of the season with

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and Dundee United in contention. On the final day Celtic beat Rangers 4–2 and Aberdeen beat Hibernian 5–0, Dundee United held their nerve to win a historic first championship after beating local rivals

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2–1 at

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Scottish League Premier Division

Champions: Dundee United
Relegated: Morton, Kilmarnock

Scottish League Division One

Promoted: St. Johnstone, Hearts
Relegated: Dunfermline Athletic, Queen's Park

Scottish League Division Two

Promoted: Brechin City, Meadowbank Thistle

Other honours

Cup honours

Individual honours

Scottish national team

Key: *(H) = Home match *(A) = Away match *ECQG1 = European Championship qualifying – Group 1 *BHC = British Home Championship

Notes and references

{{DEFAULTSORT:1982-83 in Scottish Football Seasons in Scottish football