Celtic’s Ajax Defeat Sparks Big Questions Ahead of the Season
So, Celtic’s 5-1 loss to Ajax in the Como Cup has certainly sparked some strong reactions—and rightly so. Even though it was just a pre-season friendly, the performance raised more than a few eyebrows, and manager Brendan Rodgers admitted, "We'll take a lot away from tonight's game." That might sound diplomatic, but there’s clearly a lot for the team and fans to chew on.
Now, first off—yes, it’s pre-season. These games are typically about fitness, rhythm, and experimentation. But let’s be real: a 5-1 defeat, even in a friendly, is hard to brush off completely. The game didn’t just highlight fitness gaps—it exposed some serious flaws. Celtic looked exposed at the back, short of ideas up front, and overall, just lacking the kind of depth needed for a club eyeing domestic dominance and European ambition.
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Fan reactions have been mixed, but the common thread is concern. Some supporters, like Liam, pointed out the overreaction swings—from getting carried away with the win over Newcastle to despairing after this heavy loss. But he also noted that these matches haven’t revealed anything new . The issues we already knew about—like the vulnerability in defense and inconsistency up front—were just put under a bigger spotlight.
Others, like Anthony, stressed that the real test is still to come. He acknowledged that the first team plays some decent football, but emphasized that the lack of serious depth remains a major issue. These next two weeks, with the transfer window still open and the competitive season about to start, are going to be crucial. If reinforcements don’t come in—particularly at striker and center-back—it could be a tough few months.
Then you have voices like Kevin and Joe, who went even further, slamming the board for a lack of ambition. They worry that the club’s reliance on cheap, “project” signings isn’t going to cut it anymore—especially with Champions League qualification on the line. Kevin even warned that without a proven striker, Celtic’s European campaign could fall flat before it even begins.
So yes, it’s still pre-season, and yes, it’s not time to panic yet—but it is time to wake up. This Ajax defeat wasn’t just a bad day at the office. It was a warning shot. If Celtic doesn’t make the right moves now—on and off the pitch—this season could go from promising to problematic very quickly.
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