“WORST MISTAKE EVER” CELTIC FC FANS TEARS INTO THEIR OWN MANAGER FOR PLAYING UNDERPERFORMING STAR- FANS DEMAND ANSWER

Celtic supporters have erupted in fury after a disappointing 2 1 defeat to Hearts, a match that has sparked one of the most heated online reactions as Wilfried Nancy’s tenure start in outrage. Although Celtic managed a late consolation in the 94th minute, it did little to disguise what many described as a disastrous selection decision, with Sebastian star at the very centre of the storm.

The loss, which came at a decisive point in the season, has led thousands of frustrated fans to question the manager’s judgement, tactics, urgency, and above all, his insistence on starting Tounekti in a match of this magnitude.

Celtic were sluggish from the start, repeatedly losing the physical and tactical battles in midfield. Hearts struck first with a clinical finish that punished Celtic’s disorganised defensive shape that left Nancy’s side staring at a mountain they never looked capable of climbing.

Although Celtic found a late strike in stoppage time, the goal came far too late to change the outcome. Instead of sparking relief, it amplified the frustration. One supporter asked online, “Where was that urgency for the first 93 minutes”

TOUNEKTI UNDER INTENSE FIRE

The main focus of the fan anger is Sebastian Tounekti, whose inclusion in the starting eleven baffled supporters long before kick off. Tounekti has been criticised for inconsistency, lack of physical presence, and repeated struggles in high pressure games. Many argued this was the last fixture Celtic could afford to gamble with.

Their fears were realised quickly.

Tounekti miscontrolled several important transitions, failed to track runners on two key defensive sequences, and contributed little in attack. By halftime, social media was already ablaze with fury.

Some supporters wrote

“Why Tounekti Why today of all days”

“He is nowhere near ready for matches like this Worst mistake ever”

“Nancy forcing him in and it hurts us every time”

After Hearts scored their second goal, the criticism intensified. Fans described Tounekti as invisible, lost, and a liability, with many insisting they never want to see him start another crucial match until his form improves dramatically.

GROWING NARRATIVE O’NEILL’S WARNING IGNORED

The defeat has also revived a storyline circulating among fans since Nancy’s appointment. Many supporters believe that former Celtic boss Martin O’Neill warned him about relying too heavily on certain players who struggle under pressure.

Rightly or wrongly, this narrative has returned to the surface.

One fan account wrote

“O’Neill told him He warned Nancy about players who crumble in big moments Tounekti is exactly that And still he starts”

Whether the warning was ever actually given is unclear, but it has become part of the wider fan conversation and continues to fuel frustration and suspicion about Nancy’s decision making.

TACTICAL QUESTIONS AND A FRUSTRATED FANBASE

Beyond Tounekti’s selection, Celtic’s tactical approach was widely criticised. The press was disjointed, midfield transitions were slow, and the attack lacked creativity until the very end.

Supporters questioned why Nancy did not make earlier substitutions when it was obvious Tounekti was struggling. Many pointed out that more energetic and dynamic options were available on the bench but remained unused until Celtic were already chasing the match.

One viral post read

“We were two nil down playing like ghosts, and Nancy kept Tounekti on the pitch like everything was fine”

THE LATE GOAL THAT DID NOT CHANGE ANYTHING

Celtic’s goal in the 94th minute, a driven finish finally beating the Hearts keeper, was celebrated briefly. However, it immediately shifted back to anger. The goal highlighted Celtic’s ability to play with urgency and aggression, raising the question of why that intensity was missing for the majority of the match.

Supporters called the goal too little too late, arguing that the contest had already slipped away long before.

DEMANDS FOR ANSWERS GROW LOUDER

Since the final whistle, fans have demanded explanations.

Why start Tounekti

Why stick with a player who has been struggling for weeks

Why ignore what both the fanbase and allegedly Martin O’Neill warned about

Why wait so long to make tactical adjustments

Nancy is expected to face intense questioning in his next press conference as supporters demand clear answers and a change in direction.

Celtic must regroup quickly. The pressure on Nancy is rising with each disappointing performance, and unless he shows decisive leadership in the upcoming fixtures, the backlash will continue to grow.

For now, the frustration is raw and the trust is shaken. The message from the Celtic fanbase is clear.

They do not want to see Sebastian Tounekti start another crucial match unless his form improves, and they want answers from their manager immediately.