Celtic manager Peter Grant has responded to criticism from former skipper Scott Brown, who said he had no time for Grant while he was a coach at the Hoops. Grant, 60, was a Parkhead coach under Tony Mowbray during his ill-fated tenure as Hoops boss back in 2011. Brown was captain at the time and admitted he had "no time" for Grant, claiming he had "zero personality" and admitted he would have left the club had Mowbray and Grant remained. Now Grant has responded, taking a pragmatic view when asked on GO Radio about the former Scotland international's comments. "Everyone is entitled to their opinion. I've absolutely no problem whatsoever. It doesn't concern me in the least. "I've had a lot of criticism through my career, so I've got to have a big backbone. "I've got a hell of a lot of friends who would say the opposite, but that's life. "We move on from it."
Recently, Celtic was in a strong position in the Premiership, sitting 3rd in the final 2025 table with 67 points from 33 games, having recently won 5 consecutive matches. The team has been on a 5-game winning run, with their last result being a 3-1 victory over Heart of Midlothian on May 16, 2026. However, Jota is currently sidelined, and the team will need to navigate these challenges without their star player.
Grant's response to Brown's criticism highlights the importance of maintaining a level head in the face of adversity. Despite the criticism, Grant remains focused on the task at hand and is committed to leading the team to success. With his pragmatic approach and strong leadership, Grant is well-equipped to handle the challenges that lie ahead.
In related news, the title race is heating up, with Celtic 3 points behind leaders Heart of Midlothian. The team will need to stay focused and continue to perform well if they hope to catch up and secure the top spot.
