Simon Jordan has not held back in expressing his frustration over the Celtic and Rangers away fan lockout, calling the rivals ‘small-minded’ and suggesting that they should face sanctions if the situation persists.
The outspoken pundit, known for his strong opinions on Scottish football, discussed the ongoing saga surrounding the derby rivals live on talkSPORT with Jim White. Jordan, a former Sky Sports personality, expressed disbelief at the current state of affairs and insisted that the two clubs need to come together to find a solution.
He criticized the lack of action from the governing body in Scotland and called for penalties to be handed out to Celtic and Rangers for not allowing away fans. Jordan proposed financial sanctions and points deductions as ways to force the clubs to address the issue rather than continue with a stalemate.
The conversation between White and Jordan highlighted the disappointment felt by many fans over the lockout, as Celtic and Rangers continue to ban away supporters from attending matches. Both clubs have taken turns restricting the other’s fan allocation, with no clear resolution in sight.
Despite previous agreements to end the stand-off, the clubs have failed to implement necessary safety measures for upcoming derby matches, leading to a continuation of the lockout. Rangers, in response to Celtic’s decision, have announced that they will reciprocate the ban for at least the January derby, with the possibility of lifting it for future matches.
Jordan’s passionate plea for action and consequences reflects the frustration felt by many over the ongoing fan lockout, showing that the issue goes beyond just the two clubs and requires intervention from higher authorities to resolve.
