In a dramatic post-match interview that took an unexpected turn, St. Mirren manager Stephen Robinson unleashed a furious tirade against Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers and the Celtic supporters following his side’s 5-2 defeat. Robinson, usually composed, was visibly angry as he accused Rodgers of lacking respect, slammed the refereeing decisions, and labeled Celtic fans as “arrogant and classless.”
The match had already been filled with controversy, but Robinson’s explosive comments sent shockwaves through Scottish football, sparking debates among pundits and fans alike.
What Robinson Said (Summary)
“That wasn’t football, that was a disgrace. Brendan Rodgers and his team showed no respect, mocking us when they were ahead. The refereeing decisions were laughable, and as for the Celtic fans arrogance beyond belief. This is why Scottish football doesn’t move forward. If this is what we have to deal with, then there’s a real problem.”
Full Match Breakdown & Robinson’s Outburst
A Game of Two Halves
St. Mirren started the match with resilience, managing to equalize through a Declan John free-kick after Jeffrey Schlupp’s early opener for Celtic. However, a controversial penalty awarded to Celtic just before halftime saw Arne Engels restore their lead, a decision Robinson strongly contested.
As the second half began, Celtic ran riot, with goals from Killian Phillips, Yang Hyun-jun, and Daizen Maeda putting the game out of reach. Despite St. Mirren grabbing a second goal, Robinson was more focused on the conduct of Rodgers and the Celtic fans, rather than his team’s performance.
Robinson Blasts Rodgers: “No Respect”
Robinson accused Brendan Rodgers of showing “blatant disrespect” towards his team, suggesting that the Celtic manager mocked St. Mirren’s players when they conceded goals.
“Rodgers stood there laughing, telling his players to ‘take their time, enjoy it.’ That’s not football, that’s arrogance. We came here to compete, but we weren’t even given a fair chance,” Robinson fumed.
Refereeing Decisions Under Fire
The St. Mirren boss also slammed the officiating, particularly over the first-half controversy that put Celtic ahead.
“That penalty decision was beyond belief. How do you give that? VAR is supposed to fix these problems, but instead, it’s making them worse. We didn’t lose because of the referee, but these decisions killed the game,” he said.
Celtic Fans: “Arrogance Beyond Belief”
Perhaps the most unexpected part of Robinson’s rant was his attack on the Celtic fans, whom he labeled as “classless and entitled.”
“The way their fans behaved, mocking us, singing like they own Scottish football—it’s embarrassing. Have some humility. I’ve seen Celtic fans be brilliant, but today was disgraceful. This is why the rest of the league despises them,” Robinson raged.
Reaction from Celtic Camp
Rodgers, when asked about Robinson’s comments, dismissed them, saying:
“I think emotions got the better of him. It was a hard game for St. Mirren, and sometimes frustration takes over. We played well and deserved to win.”
Celtic fans also took to social media, mocking Robinson’s complaints, with some calling him “bitter” and “delusional.”
With tensions high, the Scottish FA may now investigate Robinson’s post-match comments, as they were seen as a direct attack on the integrity of the game. If charged, he could face a touchline ban or a fine.
For St. Mirren, the focus will now shift back to their fight for a European spot. But after tonight’s explosive interview, it’s clear that this war of words is far from over.
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