A passionate Celtic fan explainer doing the rounds online has added fresh fuel to the growing debate around a proposed Scottish Cup boycott against Dundee — and it’s quickly becoming one of the most talked-about supporter discussions of the season.
The video from excellent YouTube account Ryan118 lays out a series of grievances that some supporters believe have pushed relations with the Celtic board to breaking point.
While not every fan agrees with the idea of staying away from Parkhead for the Scottish Cup clash against Dundee, the arguments being presented have sparked serious reflection across the wider Celtic support.
And this video from Ryan explains the reasons why the Celtic Fans Collective decided to cal the boytcott as he lists every single failure this Celtic board has presided over.
Why Celtic fans are considering a Scottish Cup boycott vs Dundee
The explainer centres on the belief that supporters have reached a stage where protest is seen as the only remaining way to force meaningful dialogue with the club hierarchy.
Those backing the action stress that boycotts are uncomfortable but argue they are intended to send a visible message rather than target the players on the pitch.
Transfer frustration and recruitment concerns
One of the strongest themes running through the video is anger over Celtic’s recent transfer windows.
Supporters point to key departures without adequate replacements, failed negotiations for priority targets, and the perception that the squad has not been strengthened despite healthy finances.
Brendan Rodgers’ previous comments about the Celtic board and this January’s deadline-day drama have only intensified the feeling that recruitment planning has fallen short of expectations.
Green Brigade ban and supporter restrictions
The treatment of supporter groups — particularly the Green Brigade — is highlighted as another major flashpoint.
The Celtic board banned the Ultras with a form of collective punishment and restrictions have damaged the atmosphere at Celtic Park and widened the divide between fans and the club.
The absence of organised backing inside the stadium has become a visible symbol of the current tension.
Ticket prices, finances and growing leadership questions
Financial decisions are also a key part of the argument. Celtic raised season ticket prices as questions over cash reserves are presented as examples of supporters being asked to pay more while seeing little obvious reinvestment in the Hoops’ first team.
For many fans, this financial imbalance has become a central talking point in the wider debate around how the club is being run.
Communication breakdown and Celtic fan media ban
Another recurring criticism is the perceived lack of meaningful dialogue between the Celtic board and fan media. Claims that meetings have been ignored, statements poorly received and fan media access restricted have added to the sense of frustration.
The explainer argues that clearer communication and genuine engagement are essential if trust is to be rebuilt.
Supporters divided as Dundee tie approaches
Despite the passionate arguments presented, the Celtic support remains far from united on the issue.
Many fans still believe backing the team inside the stadium is the most important priority, while others feel a strong collective statement is overdue.
What is clear is that the debate around the Dundee Celtic Park Scottish Cup clash has evolved into a much bigger conversation about the relationship between Celtic supporters and the club’s leadership.
Whilst the ban is not being eforced, every Celtic supporter is free to choose whether they support the boycott or not.
I was convinced that this was the correct course of action before watching Ryan’s video. And after watching it, the anger inside me toward the board has only increased.
Let’s hope it has managed to persuade a large section of the Celtic support who are either swaying about the boycott, or are dead against it.
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