DESPITE THE DRAW AGAINST HIBS, CELTIC FANS ARE DEMANDING THAT A CELTIC LEGEND BE SOLD IN JANUARY AFTER WHAT HE DID AGAINST HIBERNIAN

DESPITE THE DRAW AGAINST HIBS, CELTIC FANS ARE DEMANDING THAT A CELTIC LEGEND BE SOLD IN JANUARY AFTER WHAT HE DID AGAINST HIBERNIAN

CELTIC FANS DEMAND CHANGE AFTER DISAPPOINTING DRAW AGAINST HIBERNIAN

Celtic FC were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw against Hibernian at Celtic Park, leaving supporters disappointed and angry. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, including shots that rattled the crossbar, the team failed to find the net. The draw sees Celtic drop to second in the Scottish Premiership, two points behind Hearts, raising concerns about the squad’s ability to maintain consistency in a competitive season.

Fans expressed their frustration loudly both inside and outside the stadium. During the match, banners were displayed, and a 12-minute silent protest aimed at the club’s board highlighted the growing discontent among supporters. On social media, fans shared their reactions immediately after the game. One Twitter user wrote,   “Another game, another missed opportunity. When will Celtic finally wake up?” Another posted, “Dominated possession all match and still can’t score. Embarrassing.”

Much of the criticism has been directed at one player: Liam Scales. The left centre-back struggled during the match, with supporters pointing out defensive errors and hesitation on the ball. On Reddit, one fan commented,

“Every team we play knows they can target him. He holds it for ages and lets opponents get back into shape.” On Facebook, another supporter wrote, “Scales just isn’t cutting it. Celtic need to look at January options if they want to compete.”

Meanwhile, some Twitter users posted GIFs highlighting moments where Scales appeared out of position or slow to react.

Despite this criticism, Scales has had memorable highs in his Celtic career. He scored a landmark Champions League goal, becoming the first Irish player in 13 years to score in the competition, and was named Player of the Match in a draw against Atalanta. Fans once affectionately dubbed him “Ginger Maldini” for his composure and defensive prowess in European games. But recent performances, especially against Hibernian, have cast doubts over his consistency.

Social media reactions varied widely. While many called for Scales to be sold in January, others defended him. One fan tweeted, “He’s had some mistakes, yes, but give him credit for what he’s done in Europe. Don’t be too quick to judge.” A Facebook commenter wrote, “Scales deserves a chance to bounce back. Not every game can be perfect.”
Even amidst criticism, Celtic supporters remain passionate about the defender’s potential.

The calls for action reflect a broader concern about Celtic’s defensive stability. Another Reddit user posted, “It’s not just Scales our backline is all over the place. Rodgers needs to fix this before it costs us the league.” Fans are also scrutinizing the attack. One Twitter post read, “We create chances but can’t finish. It’s frustrating watching the team waste opportunities game after game.”

The coaching staff faces pressure to address these issues ahead of crucial upcoming matches. The January transfer window looms large, and fans are already speculating about potential reinforcements. A recurring theme across social media is the urgency for change: supporters want new signings to shore up the defense, and many feel Scales’ position in the first team is under threat unless performances improve immediately.

For now, Liam Scales’ future at Celtic is a hot topic of discussion. His past successes are still celebrated, but recent games, including the draw against Hibernian, have shifted the focus to current results. The voices on social media reflect a fan base unwilling to settle for mediocrity, and as the season progresses, Celtic will feel the pressure to respond both on and off the pitch.