Celtic Suffer 3-1 Hearts Defeat Amid Managerial Tensions, Fan Backlash

Brendan Rodgers' departure from Celtic highlights ongoing tensions between fans and the club's board, with many agreeing that his resignation was necessary due to the team's poor performance and his questionable behavior. Celtic currently sits eight points behind league leaders Hearts after a 3-1 defeat, with criticism mounting over Rodgers' comments about Hearts' style of play and the club's transfer policy. Former players and fans alike have expressed disappointment, particularly targeting midfielder Reo Hatate for his poor form, which has been described as a "waste of a jersey" and a "disgrace" by supporters. Celtic legend Pat Bonner acknowledged Hatate's struggles but emphasized the need for hard work to improve. Hearts' convincing win, featuring a notable own goal and strong finishes, has bolstered their title challenge and exposed Celtic's inconsistency and injury issues. The loss has intensified scrutiny on Rodgers and Celtic's capability to defend their championship against a resurgent Hearts side.