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Cash-rich, trophy-laden Celtic had it all but they’ve somehow blown themselves to smithereens, says Bill Leckie

It's less than a year since they were going toe to toe with Bayern Munich in the Champions League

Bill Leckie
Published: 20:31, 18 Dec 2025
Moment Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy snaps back at reporter on live TV after Hoops' defeat to Dundee United
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Cash-rich, trophy-laden Celtic had it all but they’ve somehow blown themselves to smithereens, says Bill Leckie

SOME football clubs gradually erode through long-term mismanagement.

Others implode overnight because of raging incompetence.

Celtic players looking dejected after losing the Cup Final.
Celtic players left empty handed at Hampden after Cup final defeat to St MirrenCredit: Kenny Ramsay
Fans holding banners at Dundee United v Celtic football match.
Fans have made their feelings clear on the club’s boardCredit: Getty Images

Plenty more buckle under a level of ambition that quite simply outweighed their abilities.