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In a shocking turn of events following Celtic’s away fixture at Tannadice Park this evening, Celtic captain **Callum McGregor** was reportedly attacked by an unidentified individual while leaving the stadium. The incident occurred shortly after Celtic’s 2-2 draw against Dundee United in a hotly-contested Scottish Premiership match.
According to eyewitnesses at the scene, McGregor, who had just finished media duties post-match, was making his way to the team coach when a confrontation broke out near the players’ exit. The attacker, described as a man in his late 20s wearing a dark hooded jacket and scarf, allegedly shouted abuse before lunging toward the midfielder.
Security personnel and stewards intervened swiftly, subduing the individual within moments and preventing the altercation from escalating further. McGregor was seen clutching his shoulder, though initial reports suggest the injury is minor. Paramedics on site administered treatment, and he was later escorted onto the team bus under close protection.
Police Scotland have confirmed the arrest of one suspect and stated they are investigating the motive behind the attack. A spokesperson added, “We take incidents involving player safety very seriously. The arrested individual is currently in custody and inquiries are ongoing.”
The atmosphere around Tannadice had already been tense, with heightened security due to recent fan-related incidents in Scottish football. Tonight’s match featured several contentious refereeing decisions and resulted in frustration among both sets of supporters.
Celtic Football Club issued a statement shortly after the incident:
> “We are aware of an incident involving our captain Callum McGregor outside Tannadice Park following tonight’s match. Thankfully, Callum is safe and was not seriously injured. We are working closely with authorities and the SPFL to ensure the safety of our players and staff.”
Messages of support flooded social media from Celtic fans, fellow players, and football personalities. Teammate Cameron Carter-Vickers tweeted, “Glad you’re okay, Skip. No place for this in football.” Former Celtic captain Scott Brown also expressed concern, calling the incident “an absolute disgrace.”
This isn’t the first time McGregor has dealt with off-field tensions, but it may be one of the most serious to date. Known for his calm demeanor and leadership on and off the pitch, McGregor has often spoken about the need for greater respect and unity in football culture.
SPFL officials are expected to meet with club representatives in the coming days to discuss stadium safety and preventative measures moving forward.
While the match tonight was meant to be another chapter in Celtic’s title defense, the attention now turns to the safety of players and the conduct of fans. As for McGregor, the club confirmed he will undergo a precautionary assessment on Friday but is expected to return to training next week
