A third comment read: “The man was born into his life, the same way we all were, so it doesn’t justify hatred and insult, the same way we don’t like it…”
A History of Tension
This isn’t the first time Celtic fans have taken aim at the royal family.
In 2022, shortly after Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, the club was fined for displaying anti-monarchy banners at a Champions League match. The banners read: “F*** the crown” and “Sorry For Your Loss Michael Fagan.”
The latter referred to a 1982 incident when Michael Fagan broke into Buckingham Palace and entered the queen’s bedroom, just days after Prince William was born. The breach became one of the most infamous royal security failures, and Fagan was later diagnosed with schizophrenia.
The Recent Controversy
At the Villa Park match, Celtic fans revived the Fagan reference on banners and chanted: “If you hate the royal family, clap your hands.” According to MailOnline, the crowd also engaged in songs mocking the queen and Prince Harry, with another disturbing chant—“Lizzie’s in a box”—aimed at the late Queen Elizabeth II.
In response, Aston Villa supporters proudly waved Union Jack flags and sang the national anthem to counter the opposition’s abuse.
Despite the harsh treatment from Celtic fans, Prince William remained composed, and his team emerged victorious with a 4-2 win.
