Celtic fans continue to support Palestine

Celtic Star fansite editor David Faulds emphasized that Celtic fans’ support for the Palestinian people will be ongoing.

Speaking to Anadolu Agency, Faulds said: “Celtic fans will not allow double standards to be applied against Palestine.” He stated the fans’ consistent stance on this issue.

Faulds said Celtic fans will not always display Palestinian flags, but their support will continue unabated.

“Celtic’s support for Palestine will continue decisively. “The flags may not be raised at every game, but our support will be constant.” In his words he expressed that the Celta fans have a commitment beyond symbolic support.

Furthermore, Faulds referred to the importance of the friendly match to be played between the national football teams of Scotland and Palestine, saying: “This event would be perfect.” He expressed his conviction that it would strengthen solidarity between the two peoples.

Faulds also drew attention to the human tragedy in Gaza, saying: “There are 2 million people in Gaza, many of them children, and these children don’t even realize that they are being bombed and they don’t understand what is happening. “Celtic fans would object to that.” he said.

“A COMPLETE HYPOCRISY”

David Faulds drew attention to the contradiction in reactions to conflict around the world. Faulds pointed out that Ukrainian flags were flying in the stadiums, which was seen as global support after Russia’s intervention in Ukraine, and criticized the fact that a similar situation did not arise in Gaza.

“This is complete hypocrisy,” Faulds said. “Celtic fans will not allow double standards to be applied to Palestine.” With his words he underlined the inconsistency of the world’s reaction to two different events.

Expressing the sympathy of the Celtic Club and its fans towards the Palestinian people, Faulds also stated that the ban on the club’s supporter group, known as the Green Brigade, which supports Palestine, from attending matches, was due to the sanctions imposed by UEFA. , instead of the actions of raising the flag.

Faulds explained that this decision was made due to some events that occurred in recent weeks.

“NO PALESTINIAN FLAGS WERE COLLECTED”

Faulds highlighted the importance and historical background of the club’s fans’ support for the Palestinian people.

Faulds claimed he has been following Celtic matches for years and said: “With their support for the Palestinian cause, Celtic fans will always be on the right side of history.” he said.

He stated that the fans did not encounter any obstacles from the club in displaying the Palestinian flag, but warned that banners containing the phrase “whoever resists will win” could harm the club.

Faulds said: “Both the Green Brigades group and Celtic fans react to these types of banners. “Celtic Club has never collected the flags of fans who came to the stadium with Palestinian flags.” He clarified the issue as follows.

Faulds said there are concerns over whether Celtic will be penalized by UEFA if fans display the Palestinian flag during Champions League matches and said fans are taking risks with such actions.

“I WAS SHOCKED”

David Faulds, editor of the Celtic Supporters Group, shared his experiences from visiting Israel in the 1990s. “I saw how Palestinians were treated in Jerusalem and I was shocked,” Faulds said. he expressed his surprise.

Fans of Celtic Club, who played Atlético de Madrid in the UEFA Champions League last week, displayed Palestinian flags in the stands during the match, which had wide international coverage. (AA)