Celtic Football Club boasts a wide range of famous fans from various walks of life. Notable supporters include Sir Rod Stewart, the legendary musician, who regularly attends matches and proudly wears the green and white hoops. Actor Gerard Butler has also spoken publicly about his love for the club. In the music world, both Noel and Liam Gallagher have praised the match atmosphere at Celtic Park.
Celtic’s global appeal attracts a passionate and diverse celebrity following, which also included professional footballers and managers associated with other clubs. Here are some of the famous football names who are Celtic fans.
1. Andy Robertson
The Liverpool full-back recently stated he “always dreamed” of playing for Celtic at the peak of his career and isn’t ruling out turning that into a reality in the future. Was previously part of the club’s youth set-up at one point and he was infamously let go because of his apparent lack of size at the time. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
2. Ray Houghton
Born and raised in Castlemilk before becoming and Irish World Cup hero, ex-Liverpool midfielder Houghton previously recalled how he received abuse and death threats from a section of Rangers fans when he opted for a move to Anfield over Ibrox in 1987. | Getty Images
3. Paul McGrath
One-time Manchester United and Aston Villa was reportedly close to signing for Celtic during the Liam Brady era but it arguably would’ve taken more than the Irish international to deliver silverware for his fellow countryman. | Getty
4. Wayne Rooney
Another Manchester United great who, along with his family, have a strong affinity with the club after visiting the stadium on several occasions to watch matches. His affection for the green and white half of the city was inspired by his friendship with former player Alan Stubbs when the pair were at Everton together. | Getty Images