Godwin ObajeKris Boyd Claims No Guard of Honour for Celtic at Ibrox
Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd has stated that there will be no guard of honour for Celtic when they visit Ibrox on Sunday. Boyd cited the strained relationship between the two clubs, particularly Celtic’s refusal to use the term “Old Firm,” as the reason for the snub.
Boyd’s Comments
Speaking to Sky Sports, Boyd said, “There won’t be any guard of honour. I think Scotland’s a pretty unique place. Respect for both teams went out the window a few years ago. Celtic can’t even refer to it as the Old Firm and in terms of the respect that used to be in the boardrooms, I don’t think it’s there anymore.”
Celtic’s Stance on the “Old Firm”
Celtic has distanced itself from the term “Old Firm” for over two decades, opting instead to refer to meetings between the sides as the Glasgow Derby. This decision reflects the club’s values and its desire to be seen as a distinct entity from its rivals.
Conclusion
The decision not to offer a guard of honour is seen as a reflection of the current psyche at Ibrox, rather than a genuine attempt to show respect to the champions. Celtic will walk out as champions either way, and the lack of a guard of honour will likely have little impact on their confidence or performance.
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