ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! RODGERS ANGRY AT BOARD FOR FORCING HIM TO PLAY 3 UNDERPERFORMING STARS “THEY ARE KILLING OUR GAME.

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! RODGERS ANGRY AT BOARD FOR FORCING HIM TO PLAY 3 UNDERPERFORMING STARS “THEY ARE KILLING OUR GAME

Brendan Rodgers’ frustration at Celtic has reportedly hit boiling point following the club’s 3–1 defeat to Hearts at Tynecastle and insiders claim his anger now extends far beyond the result.

According to multiple sources close to the club, Rodgers is furious with the Celtic board for insisting that several underperforming players continue to start every game, despite failing to deliver on the pitch. The Northern Irish manager is said to believe his authority is being undermined, and his system sabotaged, by decisions made above his head.

“He’s fed up,” one insider told reporters after the match. “Rodgers has made it clear that some players are not good enough for his style, but the board keeps forcing him to play them because of their transfer fees and contracts. He thinks it’s damaging the team. They’re killing our game.

The loss to Hearts was another painful reminder of how far Celtic have fallen from their dominant best. Once defined by their intensity and fluidity, Rodgers’ side looked slow, disjointed, and lacking conviction. Defensive errors, missed passes, and poor positioning told a story of a team without balance and a manager visibly frustrated on the sidelines.

Celtic’s supporters have noticed it too. In the aftermath of the defeat, social media exploded with criticism, with many fans echoing Rodgers’ alleged feelings. “Enough is enough,” wrote one supporter. “The board keeps protecting players who don’t deserve to start. They’re killing the way we play.

The tension between Rodgers and the hierarchy appears to have been simmering for months. Reports suggest that during transfer discussions last summer, Rodgers requested full control over signings and selections but those assurances have not been honored. The Celtic board, led by CEO Michael Nicholson, is accused of interfering in football decisions and prioritizing financial considerations over on-field performance.

“Rodgers feels his hands are tied,” another source said. “He’s asked for reinforcements, he’s asked to bench certain players, but the board insists they have to play. It’s become a power struggle.

Fans are growing increasingly vocal about the issue. They argue that Celtic’s cautious transfer policy and insistence on “protecting investments” have left Rodgers without the freedom to implement his tactics properly. Some supporters believe this interference has led to the team’s recent stagnation.

The Tynecastle performance summed up those concerns. Dane Murray’s own goal and a rash challenge that gifted Hearts a penalty reflected the lack of composure running through the side. The same players at the center of criticism were again guilty of costly mistakes.

Rodgers, known for his high standards and methodical approach, is said to be particularly frustrated that performances are being sacrificed for politics. He reportedly told his backroom staff after the match that the situation is “untenable” unless changes are made.

“He wants control back,” said one club insider. “He’s not just angry about the Hearts result he’s angry about being told how to manage Celtic Football Club.

Meanwhile, fans who once welcomed Rodgers’ return with optimism now fear history could repeat itself if the internal tensions continue. Calls for transparency and board accountability have grown louder, with supporters demanding that Rodgers be given full authority over team selection and recruitment.

Despite the chaos, Celtic remain financially stable and still in the title race. But many see that stability as masking a deeper problem a lack of football ambition and unity at the top.

“We’re supposed to be progressing,” one long-time fan said. “Instead, we’re watching a team that looks confused and a manager who looks powerless. The board needs to wake up before it’s too late.

As pressure mounts, the coming weeks could prove decisive. Rodgers is expected to hold urgent discussions with senior executives about the direction of the club, but if the interference continues, insiders warn that his future at Parkhead could be at risk once again.

For now, Celtic’s story is not just about one defeat t’s about control, ambition, and a manager desperate to protect his footballing principles.

Because as one insider summed up bluntly:

“Rodgers isn’t just angry about results. He’s angry because they’re killing the way Celtic are supposed to play and he’s running out of patience.”