Celtic’s support did more than create noise, it was a sign of what happens when everybody comes together in times of need.
The Hoops beat Falkirk in front of a sold-out Celtic Park, where the fans certainly played their part.
Martin O’Neill praised the noise after supporters gathered outside of the ground before kick-off to roar the team onto victory. It is those sorts of moments that can be the difference between winning the league and not.
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Nobody beats Celtic Park when it’s rocking
From minute one to the very end, Celtic Park was the sort of atmosphere that we have been missing for so long.
All season, there have been tensions between the Celtic board and the supporters, but now that an agreement of some sorts has been found, it has come at a crucial time.
Names like Samuel Eto’o have waxed lyrical about the Parkhead atmosphere, and the 60,000 have made it clear that when there is unity, it brings great results.
Martin O’Neill is on the fans’ side
O’Neill was asked about the atmosphere at the ground during his post-match interview, and the Hoops boss credited those who were there for keeping with the side, even during th
“I think the support we got was terrific,” said the 74-year-old.
“They stayed with the team when there were moments of anxiety which I thought we showed for a little period of time and which could have spilled over into the crowd. They stayed with us, which was fantastic.”
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