Celta’s heartfelt thanks expose Celtic board’s cold contempt for fans

Writing for Read Celtic, Phillip Cooney criticizes the Celtic hierarchy's treatment of its supporters by contrasting it with Celta Vigo's heartfelt thank-you letter. Celta formally praised over 3,000 traveling fans following their visit to Glasgow. Cooney argues this display of gratitude exposes a cold and dismissive attitude from Celtic's board toward its own devoted fanbase.

Cooney highlights growing tensions between fans and Celtic officials, referencing hostile moments at the November 2025 AGM involving Ross Desmond and Peter Lawwell. The column also cites unresolved grievances, including the exclusion of fan media, seat relocations, and sweeping bans issued following a tennis-ball protest targeting shareholder Dermot Desmond.