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FURIOUS Celtic fans intensified their protests against the club's management today, causing a three-minute delay in their match against Dundee by throwing balls and oranges onto the pitch.
Supporters of the Hoops have been increasingly vocal about their dissatisfaction with the club's leadership in recent months.
Numerous banners targeting the executives have been displayed at Celtic Park, and silent protests have also occurred during some matches.
Today, as Brendan Rodgers and his team faced Dundee, play was halted before any real action could take place.
Shortly after kick-off, fans from the traveling support began throwing everything from tennis balls to small bouncy balls and even oranges onto the field from the Bob Shankly Stand at Dens Park.
Players from both teams had to intervene to clear the area, as the objects began to accumulate in the penalty box.
A banner was revealed that read: “Your incompetence is evident. Resign.”
Chants calling for the board to be dismissed were also heard as players and ground staff worked together to remove the balls from the pitch amid the unusual scenes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What prompted the protests from Celtic fans?
Celtic fans have expressed their dissatisfaction with the club's management, leading to escalating protests, including throwing objects onto the pitch during matches.
What types of objects were thrown onto the pitch?
Fans threw various items, including tennis balls, small bouncy balls, and oranges, onto the pitch to demonstrate their frustration.
What message was conveyed on the banner displayed by the fans?
The banner displayed a message that read: “Your incompetence is evident. Resign,” highlighting the fans' demand for accountability from the club's leadership.
