Celtic board condemned by Keevins – loyalty is no excuse

Phillip Cooney argues that columnist Hugh Keevins' harsh criticism of the Celtic hierarchy reflects a growing challenge to the club's leadership beyond restless supporters. Keevins stated in the Sunday Mail that the board has no idea how to run a modern club. Cooney contends that fans can remain deeply loyal to Celtic while still holding key figures Dermot Desmond and Michael Nicholson accountable.

The writer notes that criticism has broadened to commentators such as Chris Sutton and David Friel over recruitment, communication, and strategy. Cooney stresses that domestic success cannot hide poor European performances, highlighting that Celtic sat 35th in the Europa League after three defeats and suffered an earlier aggregate loss to LASK.