The Green Brigade has issued a scathing statement regarding the Celtic board’s refusal to accommodate The Celtic End for the women’s team matches against Hibs and Hearts.
Despite the success of such initiatives last season, which saw record attendances at Parkhead for the Scottish Women’s Premier League, CEO Michael Nicholson and CFO Chris McKay have declined to support the plans this time around.
The statement expressed disappointment and frustration with the decision, highlighting the contrast between last year’s collaborative efforts to promote women’s matches and the current stance of the club’s leadership. The refusal to facilitate The Celtic End, according to the Green Brigade and Bhoys Celtic, appears to be a missed opportunity to continue building on the momentum and support for Celtic FC Women, as well as to enhance the fan experience at Celtic Park.
The groups accused Nicholson and McKay of being vindictive against the fan-driven initiative, prioritising other concerns over the potential benefits of a vibrant goal-end standing section.
Joint statement re the upcoming Celtic FC Women matches at Celtic Park pic.twitter.com/bahfePuVOG
— North Curve Celtic (@NCCeltic) March 27, 2024
This decision not only undermines the promotion of the women’s game—a point ironically at odds with the club’s previous statements.
As a result of the board’s stance, the Green Brigade and Bhoys Celtic have announced their decision not to attend, what could be, crucial Celtic FC Women matches at Celtic Park.
