Celtic game paused after fans throw balls on pitch
Celtic’s Scottish Premiership match was temporarily halted on Sunday after sections of supporters threw several balls onto the pitch, prompting the referee to pause play until the situation was brought under control.
The incident occurred early in the first half at Celtic Park, as home fans launched the objects onto the field in what appeared to be a coordinated protest. Match officials quickly stopped play, and stewards moved to clear the pitch before play resumed a few minutes later.
Celtic players and staff appealed to the crowd to refrain from further disruptions, while the referee waited for the field to be cleared. No players or officials were injured during the interruption.
The club has not yet issued an official statement, but local media reported that the action was linked to ongoing fan discontent over off-field matters. Police and stadium authorities are expected to review security footage to identify those involved.
Celtic went on to complete the match without further incident, though the brief stoppage underlined growing tensions between sections of the fanbase and the club’s management. The Scottish Football Association is likely to review the episode, and disciplinary action could follow.
The interruption adds to a series of recent fan-related disturbances in Scottish football, highlighting the challenges clubs face in maintaining stadium discipline while managing supporter relations.