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Ally McCoist criticizes Celtic supporters over Dermot Desmond protest

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Ally McCoist criticizes Celtic supporters over Dermot Desmond protest
Summary

Ally McCoist condemned Celtic supporters who protested against Dermot Desmond during the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. The incident involved masked protesters throwing tennis balls at Desmond while he played golf. Celtic issued a statement denouncing the actions and warning of possible bans for those identified. The situation has heightened tensions between the club’s management and certain fan segments. McCoist expressed his views during a talkSPORT Breakfast segment, describing the protest as embarrassing.

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  • •Protest occurred during the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.
  • •Celtic condemned the incident and warned of potential bans.
  • •Ally McCoist called the protest embarrassing during a radio segment.
  • •Dermot Desmond was targeted by masked supporters on the golf course.
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  • 12:11 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Running away like daft wee boys’ – Ally McCoist blasts Celtic supporters over golf protest
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Ally McCoist has branded the Celtic supporters who targeted Dermot Desmond at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship “embarrassing” as the fallout from the St Andrews protest continues.Desmond was ...

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