When Celtic were hammered 4–1 at Celtic Park in their Europa League clash with Stuttgart, the story didn’t end with the final whistle.
It spilled into the press zone — and into every fan group, page and comment thread online after Kasper Schmeichel’s post-match interview left supporters in disbelief.
But what exactly did he say — and why are fans outraged?
Let’s unpack it.
⚠️ Booed By His Own Fans — Then THIS Interview
Schmeichel’s night was already tense.
He was booed by sections of the Celtic support every time he touched the ball after conceding two goals, and even received sarcastic cheers for a later save as frustration boiled over in the crowd. �
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Most keepers would retreat into silence after a night like that.
Not Kasper.
He faced the cameras — and his words have divided the fanbase.
🎙️ The Interview That Shocked Celtic Park
In the post-match interview with TNT Sports, Schmeichel didn’t shy away. Instead he:
👉 Defended his record at the club
👉 Refused to shoulder all the blame
👉 Highlighted past big saves
👉 And insisted the defeat was a team issue, not just his.
That sounds innocuous — but in the emotional aftermath of a humiliating home loss, defenders of the shirt felt differently.
Schmeichel said that he’s made “some great saves” since joining Celtic and reminded fans of a key save in a previous European match that helped get them to this tie in the first place. �
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😡 Reaction: “What Did He Just Say?”
Instead of calming fans, parts of the interview inflamed them.
Here’s why:
1. Fans Wanted Accountability — Not Reminders
Many supporters were expecting honesty about tonight’s errors specifically — especially since two conceded goals were viewed as “soft” and directly linked to Schmeichel’s positioning or handling. �
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Instead, the keeper talked about past heroics — and that didn’t sit well.
Reaction on social platforms went from disappointment to anger:
“So he’s reminding us of saves from months ago instead of owning this night?”
“That interview was tone-deaf.”
“Did he even watch today’s goals back?”
The theme across threads was the same — supporters wanted more accountability and less defense.
🧠 The Manager and Captain Tried to Calm the Storm
Schmeichel wasn’t left alone in the media room.
Both manager Martin O’Neill and captain Callum McGregor publicly backed him, stressing that:
mistakes happen,
everyone has off nights,
and Schmeichel’s overall contribution shouldn’t be forgotten. �
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O’Neill even pointed out a time when Schmeichel’s save helped Celtic get into this European tie in the first place.
But instead of defusing the situation, those comments have been twisted into fodder for fans to argue whether Schmeichel still deserves the shirt at 39 — especially under pressure in Europe.
💥 Why Fans Are Furious
🔹 Booing From the Stands
Some fans reacted to his performance by booing him during the match — an extremely rare sight at Celtic Park. �
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🔹 Perception of Deflection
Instead of conceding strictly to his mistakes in that game, Schmeichel reminded people of his past success — and many saw that as dodging responsibility.
🔹 Chris Sutton’s Scathing Take
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton didn’t hold back either, calling the team “bang average” and questioning Schmeichel’s liability in the defeat. �
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🤔 So… Was He Right to Speak Like That?
That’s where the debate lies.
Some argue:
“He was honest about being part of the collective, not the scapegoat.”
Others say:
“That interview was the last thing fans wanted to hear after a shambolic night.”
Supporters are split — and every fan group thread is now a war of opinions.
📍 The Bigger Picture
This isn’t just about one interview.
It’s about:
fan trust,
European expectations,
veteran players versus accountability,
and how much turbulence the club should tolerate.
That’s why Schmeichel’s comments — intended to calm the situation — have instead become the next big talking point.
Because after a night like this, fans aren’t just asking: What happened? They’re asking: What did he just say?
