The Green Brigade and Bhoys have rallied Celtic fans in a new statement.
Earlier this month, Celtic announced the long-awaited return of the group, who had been locked out of home and away matches since November.
The Green Brigade returned against St Mirren at home, before displaying a “we’ll never give up ’till we win the cup” banner after Sunday’s win at Hampden.
And as we reach the final six weeks of the season, they are clearly now trying to maximise the atmosphere for the run-in.
How much of a difference did the Green Brigade make to the Celtic Park atmosphere?
Let us know in the comments if you were at the game.
Green Brigade statement says Celtic fans are in ‘uncharted territory’
The statement on the North Curve Celtic X page said: “As Celtic supporters, we are in uncharted territory finding ourselves in a three-way dog fight for the league title.
“With margins so slim, we have a distinct advantage over our rivals with three home matches.
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“However, this is only an advantage if we make use of that home support. It is up to all of us to play our part, to do what we can to give our team an extra ounce of energy and motivation.
“It is not enough to merely turn up. It is not constructive to turn on the team if they are struggling. It is not helpful to pass our anxiety onto the pitch.
“Instead, we must meet our own responsibility. We must be vocal. We must back the team and give them energy. We must be their 12th man.
“We must make Celtic Park a place where Celtic players thrive and opposition players fold.
“To help achieve this, we invite all Celtic supporters to do three simple things.”
These three things are as follows:
Welcome the team v Falkirk: “Our support begins the minute the Celtic team steps foot on Paradise.
Give the Champions the welcome they deserve and carry that passion into the stands.”
Get up. Stand up: “We invite all who are able to stand for the match. By doing so, you will have more energy and freedom to express yourself. Stand together. Stand behind our team.”
Our Paradise: “Decorate every corner of Celtic Park in CS banners and flags. Make sure that when Celtic takes the field they see the colours behind them; and the opposition sees what stands against them.”
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Are things aligning for Celtic’s run-in?
Reaction to the Green Brigade’s return has been positive, with a majority of supporters acknowledging the benefit of a boost to the atmosphere for the run-in.
The group themselves have maintained that their ban was ‘unjustified’ and listed recommendations to the club for meaningful change.
On the playing side, the general consensus is that the post-split fixtures favour for Celtic (though this is simply the way that the games have been balanced for fairness, rather than a conspiracy).
The returns of Alistair Johnston, Arne Engels and Callum Osmand from injury also won’t do any harm.
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