Celtic

2024 - 11 - 10

Celtic Triumph Amidst Controversy: Goals, Cheers, and a Disrupted Silence!

Brendan Rodgers - Callum McGregor - Celtic FC - Football Fans - Kilmarnock FC - Nicolas Kühn - Remembrance Sunday - Scottish Premiership - Sky Sports Apology

Celtic returned to the top of the Premiership with a solid win against Kilmarnock, but not without a controversial twist during the minute's silence!

Celtic made their triumphant return to the top of the Scottish Premiership with a solid 2-0 victory against Kilmarnock. Callum McGregor and Nicolas Kühn were the stars of the match, each scoring a goal that helped solidify Celtic's position at the summit of the league table. However, the match was clouded by controversy, as Celtic supporters disrupted the minute's silence held in honor of Remembrance Sunday, causing referee Nick Walsh to cut it short. The moment of remembrance, intended to pay tribute to the brave souls who lost their lives in wars, turned into a shocking scene as boos echoed through Rugby Park.

Brendan Rodgers' side came into the match needing a win to reclaim their position in the Premiership following Aberdeen's rise to the top after their defeat of Dundee the previous day. The players from both Kilmarnock and Celtic joined clubs across Scotland in showing respect, but the behaviour of the fans drew criticism from Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes, who labelled the disruption "awful." Sky Sports commentators were also forced to issue an on-air apology as they addressed the unsportsmanlike disturbance. Despite the uproar, Celtic pressed on, demonstrating their resilience on the pitch with McGregor finding the net just before halftime and Kühn sealing the victory with a goal in the second half.

The match showcased not only Celtic's offensive prowess but also their ability to grind out results, particularly after an impressive showing against German side Leipzig just days prior. With star players like Kasper Schmeichel providing rock-solid defense, Celtic fans have reasons to celebrate. It was an important win for the team, who are now looking to carry this momentum into their next fixtures. With such a determination and fire, Celtic players have proven that they can rise above challenges—both on and off the field.

Interestingly, the Green Brigade—the core of Celtic's fan base—often expresses their political views through songs and banners. Their actions during the minute's silence drew sharp reactions and raised questions about the intersection of sports and societal issues. Additionally, if you're curious about football history, this isn't the first time a minute's silence has been disrupted. Sports have seen their fair share of contentious moments where passionate fans sometimes overshadow respectful tributes. Just like a kamene in a cooking pot, there's always something bubbling beneath the surface! For Celtic, this win means more than just points on the board; it’s a reflection of their fight not just as a team, but as a community amidst clashing ideals and fierce dedication.

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Celtic return to top of Premiership after supporters disrupt minute's ... (The Guardian)

Callum McGregor and Nicolas Kühn scored in Celtic's 2-0 win at Kilmarnock after referee Nick Walsh cut short the minute's silence for Remembrance Sunday.

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Celtic see off dogged Kilmarnock to return to Premiership summit (The Irish Times)

Scottish Premiership: Kilmarnock 0 Celtic 2 (McGregor 45+4, Kuhn 71). Callum McGregor and Nicolas Kuhn continued their goalscoring form to ensure Celtic ...

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Celtic supporters boo during minute's silence before Remembrance ... (Daily Mail)

Brendan Rodgers' Scottish Premiership leaders travelled to Rugby Park and both sets of players joined clubs across the country in falling silent ahead of ...

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Celtic fans protest during minute's silence at Rugby Park (HeraldScotland)

Brendan Rodgers' side are in Scottish Premiership action against Kilmarnock this afternoon. Aberdeen defeated Dundee on Saturday to go top of the table, but the ...

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Sky Sports apologise for 'disturbance' in Kilmarnock vs Celtic silence (The National)

Sky Sports commentator Ian Crocker issued an on-air apology after a minute's silence was disrupted ahead of the Scottish Premiership match between…

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Team news in focus: Celtic (H) - Kilmarnock FC (Kilmarnock FC)

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Celtic fans sing pro-IRA songs as Remembrance Sunday tribute ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

Suspected Green Brigade members wave Irish and Palestinian flags in an act of defiance against Britain's war dead.

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Brendan Rodgers names Celtic side to face Kilmarnock (The Celtic Way)

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Killie 0 Celtic 2: Nicolas Kuhn and Kasper Schmeichel get Celtic ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Celtic dug out a gritty win over an impressive Kilmarnock side as goals from captain Callum McGregor and the red-hot Nicolas Kuhn gave them three points ...

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McInnes slams 'awful' Celtic fans for disrupting silence (HeraldScotland)

Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes has slammed Celtic supporters who disrupted the minute's silence for Remembrance Sunday at Rugby Park...

Kilmarnock Furious At Disruption Of Remembrance Silence By ... (Barron's)

Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes labelled the disruption of a pre-match minute's silence "awful" after his side were beaten 2-0 by Celtic on Sunday.

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Celtic show 'another side' in following up Leipzig win by beating ... (sportsmax.tv)

Brendan Rodgers' side defeated German side Leipzig 3-1 on Tuesday to put themselves in a strong position in the league phase of the Champions League, but their ...

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What Brendan Rodgers thought of Celtic fans breaking ... (Scottish Daily Record)

The moment of reflection at Rugby Park was interrupted by the away end before the win against Kilmarnock.

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Sky Sports forced to apologise as Celtic fans disrupt Remembrance ... (SPORTbible)

Sky Sports an issued an apology during the pre-match silence between Kilmarnock and Celtic.

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Brendan Rodgers responds to Celtic Remembrance Day fan protest (The National)

Brendan Rodgers has acknowledged the actions of the Celtic support during the scheduled minute's silence against Kilmarnock.

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Celtic returned to the top of the Scottish Premiership with a hard-fought 2-0 win against Kilmarnock at Rugby Park. (Sky Sports)

Report as Celtic beat Kilmarnock 2-0 at Rugby Park; Callum McGregor put the Hoops ahead after Marley Watkins had hit the post for the ...

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Celtic Maintain Unbeaten Start with Hard-Fought Win Over Kilmarnock (Yahoo Sports)

Celtic returned to the top of the Scottish Premiership after a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Kilmarnock, with Callum McGregor and Nicolas Kuhn proving to be ...

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Killie 0 Celtic 2: Instant reaction to the burning issues (The National)

Some ruthless finishing from red-hot Nicolas Kuhn and some great goalkeeping from Kasper Schmeichel saw Celtic overcome a tough test at Kilmarnock...

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Minute's silence cut short as Celtic fans sing through tribute in ... (Sky News)

Celtic's manager Brendan Rogers said the minute should have been completed, while a fan group explained why they made the stand on Remembrance Sunday.

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Celtic see off dogged Kilmarnock to return to Premiership summit (Irish Examiner)

McGregor's cross drifted into the net in first-half stoppage-time and Kuhn sealed a 2-0 victory at Rugby Park.

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Celtic show 'another side' in following up Leipzig win by beating ... (sportsmax.tv)

Brendan Rodgers' side defeated German side Leipzig 3-1 on Tuesday to put themselves in a strong position in the league phase of the Champions League, but their ...

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Celtic shows another side in vital win at Killie (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

Brendan Rodgers was delighted with the way Celtic dealt with the contrasting challenges of RB Leipzig and Kilmarnock in a successful week. for the defending ...

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'Stunning' – National press goes crazy over 9/10 Celtic player in win ... (Yahoo Sports)

Celtic maintained their impressive form in the Scottish Premiership after beating Kilmarnock 2-0 on Sunday afternoon away from Parkhead.

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Remembrance Sunday tribute stopped after nine seconds as Celtic ... (The Independent)

Celtic fans also waved Irish and Palestinian flags and displayed a banner accusing Britain of genocide ahead of their Scottish Premiership match with ...

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Poppy-wearing Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers awkwardly struggles ... (Daily Mail)

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers criticised supporters who loudly booed during a minute's silence held before their match against Kilmarnock on Remembrance ...

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Why do some Celtic fans boo Remembrance Sunday? (The Independent)

Away supporters booed as Kilmarnock captain Kyle Vassell laid a wreath in the centre circle. They then drowned out an attempted minute's silence with a song ...

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Match report: Kilmarnock 0-2 Celtic - Kilmarnock FC (Kilmarnock FC)

Callum McGregor and Nicolas Kuhn were on the scoresheet as the Glasgow side picked up the three points. Derek McInnes made three changes to the side from Dens ...

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Two thirds of Celtic fans want fan board put in place by club (HeraldScotland)

The work was funded by the British Academy Leverhulme Trust and undertaken by Professor Jeanette Findlay and Dr Marco Guidi of the Adam Smith Business School ...

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University study shows strong support for Celtic fan advisory board (The National)

Funded by the British Academy Leverhulme Trust, the research was led by Professor Jeanette Findlay and Dr. Marco Guidi from the Adam Smith Business School, ...

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Celtic remain on top with 2-0 away win (Celtic FC)

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