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Celtic fans strongly defended by Si Ferry: ‘Fans pay a fortune, and the club’s regressing’

Si Ferry has defended unhappy Celtic fans and previewed this weekend’s clash with Motherwell. Discussion this week has been dominated by last weekend’s protests at…

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 5:30 PM
Celtic fans strongly defended by Si Ferry: ‘Fans pay a fortune, and the club’s regressing’
Key Things to Know
  • Si Ferry defended Celtic supporters' right to protest, stating fans pay a fortune while the club is regressing.
  • Celtic suffered three consecutive defeats under manager Martin O'Neill prior to the three-week international break.
  • The team faces a demanding schedule consisting of nine matches within a 28-day span.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Si Ferry defended Celtic supporters following recent protests against the club, arguing that fans spend significant money and have valid reasons to be unhappy given the team's perceived regression. Ferry's comments on Open Goal followed three consecutive defeats for the club under manager Martin O'Neill ahead of their Scottish Premiership match against Motherwell.

Ferry also suggested tactical changes for O'Neill's side, which is preparing for a congested schedule of nine matches in 28 days. He advised returning to a four-man defense and deploying a midfield double pivot pairing Callum McGregor with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain behind a central attacking midfielder.

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