Joe Hart backs Sam Johnstone after Ibrox struggles against Rangers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Sam Johnstone faced criticism for his performance during Celtic's match against Rangers on September 13, 2026, at Ibrox. Joe Hart, a former Celtic goalkeeper, defended Johnstone, recalling his own nerves during a Glasgow derby. Hart expressed confidence that Johnstone could bounce back, citing the intensity and atmosphere of the match as significant factors. Celtic will have opportunities to recover quickly, with home matches against Ferencvaros and Rangers scheduled soon.
- •Johnstone criticized for poor performance at Ibrox
- •Joe Hart defends Johnstone amid backlash
- •Celtic faces Ferencvaros in Europa League next
- •Celtic also set to play Rangers again soon
- •Hart shares his own derby experience and pressures
- 9:01 AMYahoo Sports — Sam Johnstone backed to bounce back from his Ibrox horror show
"A Former Celtic favourite yesterday leapt to the defence of under fire Celtic goalkeeper Sam Johnstone…13th September 2026; Ibrox Scottish League Cup Football, Rangers versus Celtic; Sam Johnstone o...
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