‘Celtic trail the rest' – Green Brigade slam club bosses over title party statement as they blast poor fan engagement
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THE GREEN BRIGADE have slammed Celtic over their recent statement urging supporters to stay away from any unofficial title parties this weekend.
Celtic will lift the Premiership trophy tomorrow at Parkhead after the final league game of the season against St Mirren.
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Crowds of Celtic fans gather at the Trongate
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Similar scenes are expected after the game against St Mirren
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The club issued a statement this evening telling fans to be mindful of the public and to avoid any "unlicensed large public gatherings".
Over the last few years thousands of fans have congregated in the city centre - particularly in the Trongate and Merchant City areas - to celebrate title triumphs.
Previous gatherings have attracted anti-social behaviour, damage and disruption to the local area.
They have not been supported by Police Scotland or Glasgow City Council so the club issued a warning amid fears of fan safety.
But the ultras group have issued a statement of their own in response as they hit out at the club over another example of poor "fan engagement".
North Curve Celtic said in a lengthy statement: "As another successful season draws to a close, we would like to thank the Celtic support for your continued backing.
"Your moral and financial support sustains the Celtic ultras scene, which we're particularly grateful for given cost of living challenges coupled with the crippling costs of following Celtic.
"This season, Bhoys Celtic celebrated its 10th season; meanwhile next season will be the Green Brigade's 20th season.
"For both groups, these respective milestones mark survival in an environment pitted against us and has only been possible because you have embraced what we do.
"Fundamentally, we exist to support and celebrate Celtic. We believe we add value to the overall Celtic experience, while accepting that our style is not favourable to all. Rooted in our existence is the belief that ALL fans deserve more from the game.
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"Over recent months, we have liaised with ultras groups across Scotland in a bid to achieve a fairer deal for all fans.
"We have learned that while Celtic comfortably leads Scottish football on the park, off the park - in relation to fan engagement - Celtic trails the rest.
"A perfect example of this is the price increase to Season Tickets which ironically lost two matches in 2023. Another example is the restrictions on fan tifos - while cynically seeking to replace these with outsourced efforts.
"A final example is communications on any fan issue - which typically feed into a derogatory narrative on Celtic or football fans generally.
"The 'Trongate Title Party' is the most recent example of this. It is another example of police, authorities and football clubs disregarding the role and importance of fans.
"Despite several months notice, there was no will to engage with fans on this issue. There is no framework, culture nor will to engage with fans on any issue.
"As another long and expensive season draws to a close, we encourage fans to celebrate in a fashion they deem fit; irrespective of any intimidation or castigation from those who already look down on us."
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