Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton, didn’t mince his words following Celtic’s recent defeat at Parkhead. The late goal by Lazio, which left the Hoops empty-handed, drew a sharp response from Sutton.
“That’s a sore one for Celtic. Missed opportunity…” Sutton began, his disappointment palpable on X, formally Twitter. While acknowledging that the team did have enough to secure a win, he expressed his frustration at losing to a side he viewed as beatable, even at such a high level of competition. “…losing to a team in all truth on the night who were beatable even at this level was sickening…”
Sutton’s comments echo the sentiments of many Celtic fans who felt the team could have, and perhaps should have, taken something from the game. The match was seen by many as a litmus test for Celtic’s European ambitions this season, and the result has only intensified the debate around the team’s potential and performance.
Chris Sutton, known for his candid and often forthright opinions, has always worn his heart on his sleeve, especially when it comes to Celtic. His reaction to the game underscores the high expectations and the deep passion that surrounds the club, both from its legends and its fanbase.
As the season progresses, Celtic will be keen to bounce back and prove their mettle, not just to their supporters but to critics and pundits alike. And with voices like Sutton’s in the mix, there will always be a keen interest in how they respond to such setbacks.
