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.
13. Steve Evans
Steve Evans is another to have never hidden his love for the Parkhead side and he was in high spirits last year when Ange Postecoglou guided his team to a 4-0 derby win over Rangers on the same day his side had recorded a victory, stating in a post-match interview: “It’s a great day when we win & Celtic beat Rangers!” | Getty Images
14. Shay Given
Former Republic of Ireland goalkeeping legend Given started his career at Parkhead but never made a first-team appearance. The Donegal man still keeps a close eye on how the club are faring. | Getty Images
15. Billy Bremner
One of the game’s greatest tough-tackling midfielders, Leeds and Scotland hero Bremner was a lifelong fan of the club with a hard man reputation. | Getty Images
16. Rio Ferdinand
“It was the biggest roar in a football stadium I’ve heard in my life”, the former England and Manchester United star confessed ahead of a Champions League tie at Parkhead. Has spoken about what makes Celtic as a football club so special in various interviews, insisting “They have always had a certain class that I have always liked.” | Getty Images