Celtic Struggles Deepen After Rodgers Resigns Amid Fans’ Protests, Team Falls Eight Points Behind Hearts

Brendan Rodgers has resigned as Celtic's manager after a disappointing run of form, including a 3-1 loss to Hearts that left the club eight points behind in the Scottish Premiership title race. Celtic's struggles this season have been marked by defensive errors, inconsistent performances, and poor results in Europe, including an early Champions League exit that hurt both financially and reputationally. Fan unrest has grown, with protests against the Celtic board intensifying, although Rodgers stated that such protests did not affect the team's daily focus. The club's failure to adequately strengthen the squad in the summer transfer window has contributed to growing frustration among supporters, who are now questioning both Rodgers' tactics and the board's direction. Rodgers' departure ends his second spell at Celtic, during which he won consecutive league titles but ultimately could not maintain consistent success. The upcoming fixtures, including a home match against Falkirk and a League Cup semi-final against Rangers, are seen as pivotal moments for the club’s future trajectory.