Thousands of Celtic punters turned the Bernabeu into an after-match party with jubilant supporters serenading their heroes on the concourses and the streets.
Followers of the Parkhead side were unbowed despite their convincing 5-1 defeat at the hands of the Champions League holders in their final group stage match. Celtic fans have waited a generation to sample the iconic stadium in the Spanish capital and were in no rush to let the moment pass as they exited the ground in fine fettle chanting their version of 'Bella Ciao'.
A video has been uploaded to social media showing punters streaming out the Bernabeu but keeping the party going into the evening with one Spanish observer remarking the Hoops' travelling support are among the best in the world after remaining buoyant despite the heavy defeat to end Group F without a victory in six matches.
Celtic fans saluted their side at the end and it’s only made Ange Postecoglou even more determined to deliver. He said: “Their support is unbelievable. Obviously we’ve lost 5-1. I don’t think anyone enjoys that kind of defeat. Their reaction after the game was not just them trying to make us feel good, I think they can appreciate what the players are trying to do.
“That gives us, and certainly me, massive motivation to reward them. To make sure we qualify again next year and next year we perform better and give them more moments like Jota ’s. Because that is what they deserve. Ultimately I am responsible for the approach we have taken and how we have gone about things and I would have wanted to repay them for their support.”
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