AFTER CELTIC’S 2-0 LOSS, EX-MANAGER NEIL LENNON STUNS FANS WITH UNEXPECTED SOCIAL MEDIA POST AS SOCIAL MEDIA ERUPTED

After Celtic’s 2-0 Loss, Ex-Manager Neil Lennon Stuns Fans With Unexpected Social Media Post As Social Media Erupted

Celtic’s shock 2-0 defeat at the weekend has not only left supporters fuming but also sparked an online storm after former manager Neil Lennon made an unexpected post that instantly grabbed the attention of the Hoops faithful. The loss, which came at a crucial stage of the season, has reignited old debates about leadership, mentality, and direction at Parkhead, and Lennon’s timing couldn’t have been more provocative.

The defeat exposed familiar cracks in Celtic’s setup: defensive lapses, lack of creativity in the final third, and visible frustration among key players. But just hours after the final whistle, Lennon, who guided the club to multiple league titles during his time in charge, took to social media with a message that many interpreted as both nostalgic and critical.

“Sometimes you don’t realise how good you had it until it’s gone,” the ex-manager posted alongside a photo from his Celtic dugout days. The post didn’t name anyone directly, but the timing was unmistakable, arriving less than an hour after the final whistle and just as angry supporters began flooding timelines with demands for answers.

Within minutes, the comment section exploded. Some fans praised Lennon for his passion and connection to the club, suggesting he was subtly defending his own record. Others accused him of stirring the pot and undermining the current regime.

“Neil’s reminding everyone that he won when it mattered. Hard not to read between the lines,” one supporter wrote.
“We’ve had our differences, but you can’t deny his record, he lived and breathed Celtic,” another replied.
“Bad timing, Lenny. The team needs unity, not cryptic posts,” a frustrated fan added.

Lennon, who led Celtic through turbulent times including the COVID-hit 2020–21 season, has always been a polarising figure among the fanbase. His intense personality, fiery leadership style, and emotional bond with the club have made him both admired and criticised in equal measure. But this latest post suggests he’s still deeply connected to what happens in Glasgow’s east end.

Insiders close to Lennon have hinted that his post was not meant as an attack on the current management but rather an expression of frustration shared by many supporters. “He still follows every Celtic game, still feels every loss,” a source reportedly told Scottish Sun Sport. “He’s proud of what he achieved and wishes the club the best, but sometimes his emotions get the better of him.”

Meanwhile, current boss Brendan Rodgers faces renewed scrutiny following the defeat. Questions are being raised about his tactical decisions, particularly his insistence on playing out from the back despite repeated mistakes. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) called for accountability, with #RodgersOut briefly trending in the UK after the match.

Former Celtic players also joined the discussion. One ex-teammate of Lennon’s commented that the timing of his post “couldn’t have been more deliberate,” suggesting that “Lenny’s message was as much for the board as for the fans.”

Still, not everyone viewed it negatively. A wave of nostalgic comments flooded social media, celebrating Lennon’s achievements and reminding critics of his emotional connection to the badge. Many supporters began resharing old clips of his iconic touchline celebrations, captioning them with phrases like “Say what you want, he cared.”

The episode once again highlights Celtic’s volatile relationship between past and present, a fanbase divided between gratitude for past glories and frustration with current shortcomings. Lennon’s post, while simple, reignited conversations about identity, leadership, and what it truly means to represent Celtic.

As the dust settles, one thing is clear: Neil Lennon’s shadow still looms large over Parkhead. Whether intended or not, his brief social media message reminded everyone that even from the sidelines, his voice and his passion continue to echo through Celtic’s story.

And for many fans still reeling from the 2-0 defeat, that one post said more than a thousand words.