‘Stupid’ – Alan Shearer has just summed it up perfectly for the stunned Celtic fans

In Football, Nothing Is Certain — Just Ask Celtic Fans After a Dramatic Weekend

If there’s one universal truth in football, it’s that unpredictability is the name of the game. And for Celtic supporters, this past weekend served as yet another stark reminder of that reality.

In Scotland, particularly in the intense and emotionally charged footballing landscape of Glasgow, change is often slow to come. The city’s two giants — Celtic and Rangers — dominate the domestic scene, waging an eternal battle for supremacy that stretches back generations. Through all the drama, however, one thing fans of both clubs have come to expect is stability at the very top, especially in terms of managerial appointments.

As former England striker Stan Collymore recently pointed out, Celtic’s remarkable history — spanning 127 years and boasting a trophy cabinet that few clubs can match — has seen only 20 men take the reins as manager. That kind of continuity is nearly unheard of in modern football.

Contrast that with the chaotic churn of the English Premier League, where job security is virtually nonexistent and managers are discarded with alarming frequency. Down south, the managerial merry-go-round spins at breakneck speed, driven by sky-high expectations, media pressure, and billion-pound ambitions.

And now, another chapter in that cutthroat world has been written — this time involving a man very close to Celtic hearts. Ange Postecoglou, the Australian coach who achieved hero status in Glasgow after steering Celtic to domestic glory, has become the latest casualty of the Premier League’s ruthless nature. Despite leading Tottenham Hotspur to a historic Europa League triumph — their first major trophy in nearly two decades — he has been shown the door.

The decision stunned many, but perhaps none more so than the Celtic faithful, who still hold Postecoglou in the highest regard. Legendary striker Alan Shearer summed up the mood in a short but powerful statement, expressing the disbelief that many fans were feeling. In the end, not even silverware could protect Postecoglou from the axe wielded by Spurs chairman Daniel Levy — a man with a track record of pulling the trigger at the most unexpected moments. Let’s not forget, he sacked Mauricio Pochettino just months after leading Spurs to a Champions League final, and dismissed José Mourinho a mere week before a cup final.

So what happens now for Postecoglou?

He may well take a break, recharge, and reflect on what was still a successful spell in North London. After all, he fulfilled his promise of delivering a trophy in only his second season — no small feat in one of Europe’s toughest leagues.

But speculation is already swirling about a potential return to Parkhead. Brendan Rodgers, who returned to Celtic after Postecoglou’s departure, is under contract until the end of next season. He has just delivered another domestic double and continues to be a popular figure, but his future remains uncertain. If Rodgers chooses to move on, many within the Celtic support would undoubtedly welcome Postecoglou back with open arms.

And why not? Celtic has a rich tradition of homecomings and second acts. Just look at Jota, Rodgers himself, and Kieran Tierney — all individuals who have found their way back to the club after stints elsewhere. The romance of a Postecoglou return fits right into that narrative.

In football, as Celtic fans know all too well, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected. But one thing’s for sure — once you’ve made your mark in Glasgow, you’re never forgotten.