Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton shocks fans by dismissing his old club's title chances despite their close proximity to the summit.
Chris Sutton has raised eyebrows across Glasgow by effectively ruling Celtic out of the Scottish Premiership title race, despite the Hoops sitting just three points off the pace. The former striker's pessimistic assessment has left many questioning whether he's being overly harsh on his former club.
Sutton's concerns appear to center around Celtic's inconsistent performances and their inability to capitalize on key moments this season. The pundit believes the gap, while mathematically small, reflects deeper issues within the squad that won't be easily resolved. His analysis suggests that Celtic's recent displays lack the intensity and clinical edge required for a sustained title challenge.
However, Celtic's global fanbase, including strong support across Africa where Scottish football has historically drawn interest, might disagree with Sutton's verdict. The club's rich tradition of bouncing back from adversity could yet prove the former striker wrong, especially with plenty of football still to be played.
With the title race heating up, Sutton's bold prediction adds another layer of intrigue to what promises to be a fascinating conclusion to the Scottish season. Whether Celtic can prove their former hero wrong remains to be seen, but writing off any team with their pedigree while still within touching distance seems premature.