Celtic Fans Rip into Callum McGregor After He Goes into 'Hiding'

Celtic supporters have unleashed fury on club captain Callum McGregor, accusing him of going into hiding amid the team's dismal start under new manager Wilfried Nancy. Following a humiliating Scottish League Cup final defeat to St Mirren, fans are demanding accountability from their long-serving leader, who boasts 24 major trophies but has been eerily silent since the loss[1].

The backlash intensified after rumors surfaced of a heated dressing room clash between McGregor and Nancy immediately after the final whistle. According to reports from ACSOM, the pair exchanged sharp words in the changing room, highlighting tensions as Nancy's tenure begins with three straight losses. Fans on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) branded McGregor a "ghost captain," criticizing his lack of public leadership or visible support for the struggling squad[1].

One viral post read: "Where's McGregor? Hiding while Nancy tanks us. Time to step up or step aside!" Others pointed to his emotional tears after a previous Scottish Cup final loss to Aberdeen, questioning why the passion isn't translating now. Speculation suggests McGregor, experienced with multiple Celtic managers, challenged Nancy's tactics, believing they fall short of Parkhead's winning demands[1].

Despite the speculation, no official confirmation exists, but the incident—if true—signals deeper unrest. Celtic's board faces scrutiny for appointing Nancy, whose upbeat talk of "performances" rings hollow in a club where trophies are non-negotiable. Supporters fear more pain ahead unless drastic improvements occur, with some calling for McGregor's armband to be stripped[1].

McGregor's history of media misrepresentation, like recent false claims he referenced Rangers' "55" in interviews, adds fuel, but fans currently see silence as betrayal. As pressure mounts, the captain's next move could define his legacy[2].

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