“CELTIC AWAY END ERUPTS WITH NEW VIRAL CHANT AFTER HIBS WIN FANS SAY ‘WE’LL BE SINGING THIS WHEN THE TROPHY IS LIFTED
The Celtic away end was in full voice once again as Martain O’Neil side edged a hard-fought 2–1 win over Hibernian in a tense Scottish Premiership encounter at Easter Road, with fans leaving the stadium chanting a brand-new anthem that has already begun spreading online like wildfire.
The result keeps Celtic’s momentum alive in Group A after a dramatic night that swung on fine margins, moments of quality, and a late surge of emotion from both sets of supporters. Goals from Daizen Maeda and Kelechi Iheanacho sealed the win, while Josh Newell’s stoppage-time first-half equaliser briefly threatened to derail the visitors’ control of the match.
For the home side, Hibernian will feel they had enough moments to take something from the game, but Celtic’s cutting edge in key moments once again proved decisive.
Early pressure and first breakthrough
The match began at a frantic pace, with Hibernian pressing aggressively in the opening exchanges, forcing Celtic into uncharacteristic mistakes in midfield. However, as the half wore on, Celtic began to find rhythm through their wide areas, stretching the Hibs back line and creating pockets of space.
The breakthrough arrived in the 42nd minute. A sweeping move down the left saw a quick interchange before the ball was pulled back into the box, where Daizen Maeda arrived at speed to finish clinically past the Hibs goalkeeper. The away end exploded in celebration, with green and white flags bouncing in unison.
It looked like Celtic would take a narrow lead into the break, but Hibernian responded in dramatic fashion deep into first-half stoppage time. Josh Newell found himself in the right place at the right time after a loose clearance fell kindly inside the box, smashing home to send Easter Road into a roar and level the match at 1–1.
Second-half tension and Iheanacho’s moment
The second half became increasingly cagey, with both sides aware that the next goal would likely decide the contest. Hibernian pushed forward with intent, but Celtic’s defensive shape tightened, cutting off passing lanes and limiting clear chances.
Then came the decisive moment in the 72nd minute.
Kelechi Iheanacho, who had been growing into the game, latched onto a threaded pass just outside the box. With one touch to steady himself and another to open his body, he curled a precise finish beyond the goalkeeper to restore Celtic’s lead.
It was a moment of calm quality in a match defined by intensity, and it ultimately proved to be the winner.
Away end erupts with new chant
As the final minutes ticked away, the Celtic supporters turned what was already a loud away section into something even more powerful. Drums, flags, and bouncing terraces gave way to a brand-new chant that quickly echoed across social media.
The words were simple, but the energy behind them turned it into a statement of belief:
“We don’t stop, we don’t slow,
Green and white, we run the show,
From Glasgow streets to every stand,
We’re lifting trophies in our hands!”
The chant was repeated relentlessly in the final stages of the match, with fans turning toward each other, scarves raised high, believing this could be another step toward silverware.
Several supporters were already predicting it would become the anthem of the season, especially if Celtic maintain their current form.
Full-time scenes and fan reactions
At the final whistle, Celtic players celebrated in front of the travelling support while Hibs players looked visibly disappointed after a competitive performance that ultimately fell short.
Online reaction was instant, with fans flooding social media platforms to praise the performance, the atmosphere, and the emergence of what many are calling a “title-winning chant”.
@CelticRoar1892, wrote: “That chant is already stuck in my head. Away end was unreal tonight. This team has something special again.”
@GreenWhiteNoise, added: “I swear I’ve never heard the Celtic end that loud away from home in a long time. That song is going straight to Parkhead next match.”
From a more neutral perspective, even some Scottish football observers acknowledged the atmosphere.
@ScottishFootyTalk posted: “Celtic fans turned Easter Road into their own stage after that winner. The new chant is going viral for a reason.”
Meanwhile, a frustrated Hibs supporter, @LeithLoyal87, commented: “We played well for spells but you can’t switch off against Celtic. That’s the difference at this level.”
@TrebleDreams2026, summed up the mood:
“Maeda goal, Iheanacho winner, and a new chant born in the away end. Nights like this win leagues.”
Tactical takeaway
From a tactical standpoint, Celtic’s ability to manage momentum shifts proved decisive. While Hibernian enjoyed spells of pressure, Celtic’s front line showed clinical efficiency when chances arrived, and their midfield gradually imposed control in the second half.
Martain O’Neil will also take encouragement from Iheanacho’s growing influence, with the striker’s movement and composure providing a different attacking dimension late in the game.
Hibernian, meanwhile, will feel encouraged by their resilience and ability to respond to setbacks, but ultimately they were punished for lapses in concentration at crucial moments.
Looking ahead
The victory strengthens Celtic’s position in Group A and adds further momentum as the season approaches its decisive phase. More importantly, it adds another layer to the growing sense of unity between the team and supporters, with the new chant already becoming a talking point beyond Scotland.
Whether it becomes a lasting anthem or a momentary viral burst, one thing is certain: for those in the away end at Easter Road, it was a night they won’t forget anytime soon.
