 After being eliminated from the Scottish Cup by Rangers in April 2016, Deila announced he would leave the club at the end of the season.On 20 May 2016, Brendan Rodgers was announced as Deila's successor.His first season saw the team go on a long unbeaten run in domestic competitions, during which time the club won their 100th major trophy, defeating Aberdeen 3–0 in the League Cup Final in November 2016.