Celtic Suffers Shock 2-0 Defeat at Dundee FC

Celtic's 37-year unbeaten streak at Dundee FC ends

Celtic's title defense takes a hit after a loss to Dundee FC. Dundee FC pulls off a stunning 2-0 win over Celtic, marking their first league victory against the Hoops at Dens Park since 1988.

Celtic's disgruntled fans didn't hold back, showering the pitch with balls and forcing a delay after the first whistle...

Celtic's 37-year unbeaten streak at Dundee FC came to an end with a shocking 2-0 loss to the home team. The Scottish champions struggled to find their footing, ultimately falling behind to Clark Robertson's header in the first half.

The final blow came when Cameron Carter-Vickers deflected Joe Westley's shot into his own net just before halftime, doubling Dundee's lead. Despite dominating possession in the second half, Celtic couldn't manage to score, with Dundee's defense holding strong.

This historic defeat puts pressure on Celtic's title defense, leaving them five points behind league leaders Hearts. The loss marks a significant setback for Brendan Rodgers' team.

Celtic fans brought the game to a halt by invading the pitch and throwing dozens of balls onto the field. The protest was aimed at the club's board, following a disappointing start to the season that included a shocking elimination from the Champions League qualifying stages.

In contrast, the home team celebrated a historic win - their first league victory against Celtic at Dens Park in over three decades. The last time Dundee FC had beaten Celtic in the league at home was in 1988 when Tommy Coyne scored the winning goal.

Celtic's disgruntled fans didn't hold back, showering the pitch with balls and forcing a delay after the first whistle. Their frustration stemmed from the team's poor start to the season and the club's board.

The on-field struggles continued for Celtic, who were beaten 2-0 by Dundee FC. Clark Robertson's header and Cameron Carter-Vickers' own goal handed the home team a historic win. Booed off the pitch, Celtic now face Sturm Graz in the Europa League on Thursday before heading to Tynecastle to face Hearts next weekend.

Celtic's Kelechi Iheanacho had a promising chance early on, firing a shot that narrowly clipped the outside of the post. However, it was Dundee who capitalized on their first significant opportunity, taking the lead in the 17th minute. Clark Robertson rose unmarked to head home a Cameron Congreve corner, giving the home side a deserved advantage.

Celtic responded by piling on the pressure, but Kieran Tierney and Yang Hyun-Jun couldn't find the target with their efforts. Despite dominating possession, Celtic struggled to create clear-cut chances. Their woes deepened in first-half stoppage time when Joe Westley's shot deflected off Cameron Carter-Vickers' knee and into the net, doubling Dundee's lead and leaving Celtic reeling. The goal came after Congreve's clever run past Liam Scales created the opening.

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— Dundee Football Club (@DundeeFC) October 19, 2025

Celtic's Reo Hatate had a promising opportunity after the break, shooting wide from the edge of the box. Meanwhile, Dundee's substitute Ashley Hay gave Celtic goalkeeper Joe Hart a scare with a close-range header that flew just wide.

Dundee goalkeeper Jon McCracken made crucial saves to deny Kelechi Iheanacho, preserving his team's 2-0 lead. Despite Celtic's relentless pressure, they couldn't find the breakthrough, with Dundee's defense holding strong to secure a historic win.

A dramatic moment unfolded when Hatate's shot appeared to strike Paul Digby's arm inside the Dundee box, prompting referee Matthew MacDermid to initially point to the spot. However, after a thorough VAR check, the penalty decision was overturned, leaving Celtic players frustrated and disappointed.

The VAR review seemed to indicate that the ball had not made contact with Digby's arm, or the contact wasn't sufficient to warrant a penalty. The decision was crucial, as it denied Celtic a potential lifeline and allowed Dundee to breathe a sigh of relief as they held onto their lead.