The 1977–78 season was the 105th season of competitive

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in Scotland and the 81st season of Scottish league

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, the Rangers F.C. were champions. Notable events included the

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qualifying for the

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Scottish Premier Division

Champions: Rangers
Relegated: Ayr United, Clydebank

Scottish League First Division

Promoted: Morton, Hearts
Relegated: Alloa, East Fife

Scottish League Second Division

Promoted: Clyde, Raith Rovers

Cup honours

Other Honours

National

County

– aggregate over two legs
– play off
– won on penalties

Highland League

Individual honours

Scottish national team

1978 British Home Championship – Third Place Key: *(H) = Home match *(A) = Away match *WCQG7 = World Cup qualifying – Group 7 *WCG4 = World Cup – Group 4 *BHC = British Home Championship

Notes and references

External links

Scottish Football Historical Archive
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