Celtic slaughtered for booking Oasis on Lisbon Lions anniversary – ‘do they not think about the fans anymore?’

McAvennie let rip after it was revealed the band would be performing on the 60th anniversary of the club's greatest triumph

By Ryan McDonald · Daily Record

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 11:32 AM

Key Things to Know

Frank McAvennie criticized Celtic for scheduling an Oasis concert at Celtic Park on May 25.
May 25 marks the 60th anniversary of Celtic winning the European Cup under Jock Stein.
Oasis booked five sold-out concerts at Parkhead for late May 2027.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Celtic forward Frank McAvennie criticized Celtic for scheduling an Oasis concert at Celtic Park on May 25, 2027. The scheduled date marks the 60th anniversary of the Lisbon Lions defeating Inter Milan to win the European Cup under manager Jock Stein. Noel Gallagher and Liam Gallagher sold out five tour dates at Parkhead across late May.

Speaking on the Let Me Be Frank podcast, McAvennie stated the club should have reserved the date to honor the historic 1967 victory. He questioned whether club hierarchy should have organized an anniversary event or requested the band to participate in a tribute instead.

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