Polish · Sieradz, Poland · Born 30 September 1962Polish footballer and striker who became a cult hero at Celtic, known for his goalscoring ability and memorable performances in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Poland and Celtic's goal-scoring forward whose hat-trick for Celtic against Partizan Belgrade in 1989 is considered one of the finest individual displays in the club's European history. Football at the highest level rewards technical mastery, physical conditioning and the mental fortitude to perform consistently across a long and unrelenting career. Career highlights included 62 Poland caps, Cult Celtic hero. In football, technical refinement and competitive experience at the highest level are the ultimate hallmarks of sustained greatness — qualities that Dariusz demonstrated consistently throughout an extended and distinguished career. Across a career marked by sustained excellence, Dariusz established a legacy that endures in the record books and in the lasting memory of football fans worldwide. Dariusz Dziekanowski's achievements in football were built on technical discipline, physical preparation and competitive commitment that allowed performance to be maintained at the very top across multiple seasons.
Being the first Polish player to play for Celtic
His four-goal display for Celtic against Partizan Belgrade in 1989 remains one of the most memorable European performances at Celtic Park.
Did You Know?How They Played
Clinical finisher with excellent positioning and work rate
Lasting Impact
Pioneering Polish footballer who paved the way for Eastern European players in Scottish football
Career Honours
- 62 Poland caps
- Cult Celtic hero
- Polish Cup 1988
- Polish Championship 1989
- Polish Championship 1990
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legia Warsaw | 1981–1989 | — | 138 | #9 |
| Celtic | 1989–1991 | 44 | 15 | — |
| Bristol City | 1991–1992 | 35 | 14 | — |
| Dundee United | 1993–1994 | 17 | 2 | — |
 Poland | — | 62 | 9 | — |
Polish Athletes