“Currently, hundreds of fans are suspended from away matches due to an association with the Green Brigade; despite receiving no correspondence, no allegations, nor any detail regarding any investigatory process,” the statement began.
“The suspension was communicated to the Green Brigade on Friday afternoon ahead of the Hearts match on Sunday afternoon despite alleged concerns dating back four weeks.
In addition to this, the Green Brigade face further restrictions at Celtic Park designed to impede on our support and use of our standard matchday materials.
We are determined to overcome these and provide full backing for the team as always.
Despite disingenuous claims, we have absolutely no doubt that these sanctions are motivated by a desire to quash political expression within the Celtic support, specifically in relation to Palestine at this time.
“In spite of this, and any further obstruction, we once again encourage fans to courageously fly the flag for Palestine.
For those unable to obtain a flag, the Green Brigade will distribute thousands of flags outside the stadium.
“While it would be easier to distribute flags inside, we are prohibited from bringing the flags into the stadium.
We respect the right of all fans who wish not to participate in such an action, however, equally we ask that the same respect and freedom is afforded to all fans who do.”
