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'Bring their own referees', 'Can never fix that' - Rangers fans mock 'embarrassing' Celtic
Rangers fans have predictably mocked Celtic for an “embarrassing” exit from the Champions League after their 2-0 loss to Lazio on Tuesday evening (28 November).
The Hoops held on for most of the match at the Stadio Olimpico but a late brace from substitute Ciro Immobile put the final nail in the coffin of their European hopes this season with a game to spare.
Even Europa League qualification through a third-place finish in Group E is impossible for Brendan Rodgers’ side as they sit five points below third-place Feyenoord with a solitary point.
The Gers failed to reach the group stages of UEFA’s primary European competition but remain strong in Group C of the Europa League in second place with two games yet to play.
With hopes of a run in the Champions League in tatters, Celtic fans have felt the brunt of the Gers’ bragging rights who have taken to social media to remind them of their failure.
This Gers fan suggested that European football is not for every club.
Another is very excited to get the Christmas festivities up and running now that Celtic have been eliminated.
This supporter slammed the Hoops as “tactically naïve” for playing against heavy hitters in Europe as if they’re fellow Scottish sides.
One fan was amused that Rodgers chose to praise his squad after the defeat.
This Gers fan saw the funny side of Celtic’s shocking legacy in the Champions League.
This fan joked that Celtic could never win a game unless they have the referees in their pocket.
One fan was upset that Celtic were knocked out because it means his favourite comedy won’t return until next year.
This fan pointed to the Hoops’ dire record in the Champions League – 15 consecutive games without a single win.
This supporter took a great deal of pleasure in Celtic’s “dreadful” outing in Italy.
In other news, Josh McPake set for Greenock Morton trial after Rangers contract terminated.