‘We made them forget some problems and feel good… that’s special’: Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou hails his team’s connection with the Parkhead crowd, as videos show the incredible atmosphere for their win over Rangers
- Celtic beat Rangers 3-0 to go top of the Scottish Premiership on Wednesday
- There was an electric atmosphere before, during and after the Glasgow derby
- Fans gave one of their loudest ever renditions of ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’
- Celtic’s manager and supporters have spoken about the incredible atmosphere
It was a special night at Celtic Park for the hosts as Ange Postecoglou’s side jumped to the top of the Scottish Premiership with a 3-0 victory over rivals Rangers.
A first-half blitz saw Celtic take all three points thanks to a brace from Reo Hatate and a goal by Liel Abada just before the break.
Hoops fans created an electric atmosphere before, during the game in what will go down as one of the most memorable matches in Celtic’s recent history.
Celtic jumped to the top of the Scottish Premiership with a 3-0 victory over rivals Rangers
There was an electric atmosphere throughout the night on a special evening for Celtic
Celtic players huddle before kick-off at Rangers with green lighting displayed on the pitch
Celtic Park gave one of their best ever renditions of anthem ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’
It all started before the game with a rousing rendition of ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ which set the tempo ahead of kick-off.
Flares went off in the stands during the game, while Celtic fans created a lot of noise during the game – which was helped by Hatate opening the scoring after just five minutes.
After a dominant first-half, Celtic controlled the second-half to move one point above Rangers in the table.
At the final-whistle, the pumped home support sang along to Oasis hit ‘Roll with It’ as the players celebrated on the pitch.
Videos posted on social media showed the incredible atmosphere before, during and after the game with the crowd making constant noise and flares
Matt O’Riley, playing in his first Glasgow derby was taken aback by the atmosphere as he told CelticTV: ‘I can’t compare that to anything that I’ve ever been in.
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou said it was special to make Celtic fans feel good
Former Celtic player Ramon Vega gave his response to Postecoglou’s post-match comments
‘No, no chance. I can’t even hear my own voice right now so that says enough. It was mental, a crazy experience. I’m actually struggling to put it into words.
‘But honestly, we’ve got to have the best fans in the world. I’ve not seen anything like that in my life.’
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou said: ‘I’m sure a lot walked in with some problems in their lives and for this 95 minutes we made them forget that and feel good, that’s something special’.
In reaction to the manager’s comments, former Celtic player Ramon Vega tweeted: This is exactly what is missing within the football industry the humanity/humbleness but also that closeness to the fans and respect to them. Football has a huge impact on most of our life either direct or indirect but when it’s direct to your club it is very emotional
Paul Dalglish, son of Celtic and Liverpool legend Kenny, tweeted: ‘Celtic Park did not disappoint’ with a video of fans singing ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ before kick-off.’
Celtic fan Hamish Carton meanwhile commented: ‘I’ve been coming to Celtic Park for 17 years and have never seen it jumping like this.’
Celtic captain Callum McGregor celebrates at full-time after their victory over Rangers
Another user posted: ‘Unbelievable atmosphere’ with a video showing flares going off in one end of the ground.
The atmosphere picked up the attention of supporters from other clubs, with one Manchester United fan saying: ‘ Celtic Park is what Liverpool fans think Anfield is.’
While a Bradford City fan posted: ‘This atmosphere at Celtic Park is absolutely insane, on another level to anything else we get in the UK.’