Celtic Star Arne Engels Under Fire For Dramatic Reaction To Coin Incident

Celtic star Arne Engels has come under intense scrutiny for his reaction to being struck by a coin during the highly charged Old Firm derby against Rangers. The incident, which has sparked widespread debate, saw Engels fall to the ground and clutch his face after being hit above the eye by a coin thrown from the stands.

Pundits and fans have been quick to weigh in on the matter, with some accusing Engels of overreacting to the incident. Former professional footballer turned pundit Troy Deeney was particularly critical of Engels, stating that he would never have gone down in such a situation and implying that the Celtic star showed weakness by rolling around on the ground.

However, Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has come to the defense of his player, revealing that Engels had a near miss after being struck by the coin. Rodgers himself was also targeted with a missile during the match, highlighting the tense and volatile atmosphere that pervaded the stadium.

The incident has overshadowed what was a comprehensive victory for Rangers, who secured a 3-0 win over their arch-rivals. The result has eased the pressure on Rangers manager Philippe Clement, who was facing intense scrutiny prior to the match.

The Old Firm derby is notoriously one of the most intense and fiercely contested matches in world football, with the rivalry between Celtic and Rangers often spilling over into controversy and chaos. The latest incident is likely to add fuel to the fire, with both sets of fans and players eagerly anticipating the next installment of this bitter and enduring rivalry.

As the fallout from the incident continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the Old Firm derby remains a powder keg of passion, intense rivalry, and occasionally, unsavory behavior. Whether Engels' reaction to being struck by the coin was justified or not, one thing is certain - the Celtic star will be in the spotlight for the foreseeable future, and his every move will be scrutinized by fans and pundits alike.