Fans Praise Chris Sutton for ‘Cooking’ Kris Boyd After Controversial Celtic Claim on Live TV
In the heated world of Scottish football, where rivalries run deep and punditry battles are as fierce as those on the pitch, Chris Sutton has once again found himself at the center of fan adulation. The former Celtic striker turned Sky Sports pundit delivered a masterclass in verbal sparring, earning widespread praise from fans for “cooking” his Rangers counterpart, Kris Boyd, following Boyd’s bold claim on live television. Boyd, a former Rangers hero, stirred the pot by declaring that Celtic are “way below Rangers in times of might,” a statement that sparked a fiery response from Sutton and ignited social media with fan reactions.
The incident unfolded during a Sky Sports broadcast covering the latest chapter in the Celtic-Rangers saga, a rivalry that defines Scottish football. Kris Boyd, known for his unapologetic support of Rangers, made the provocative assertion that Celtic, despite their recent dominance in the Scottish Premiership, pale in comparison to Rangers’ historical “might.” The comment was a clear attempt to downplay Celtic’s current success, including their 2024-25 season form under Brendan Rodgers, which has seen them maintain a strong position at the top of the league.
Boyd’s claim was rooted in Rangers’ storied past, likely referencing their historical trophy haul and European achievements. However, with Celtic having won 12 of the last 13 Scottish Premiership titles and boasting a superior head-to-head record against Rangers in recent years, the statement was seen by many as a bold, if not misguided, attempt to rile up the Celtic faithful.
Chris Sutton, never one to shy away from a challenge, wasted no time in dismantling Boyd’s argument. With his trademark blend of sharp wit and incisive analysis, Sutton took aim at Boyd’s claim, pointing out the stark contrast between Rangers’ historical “might” and their current struggles. “Kris, you’re living in the past,” Sutton quipped on air, his tone dripping with sarcasm. “Celtic are dominating Rangers right now—look at the league table, look at the head-to-heads. ‘Times of might’? The only thing mighty is Celtic’s lead over Rangers this season.”
Sutton went on to highlight Celtic’s attacking prowess, citing their nine goals in two Premiership matches compared to Rangers’ lackluster goal-scoring record. He referenced key players like Nicolas Kuhn and Kyogo Furuhashi, who have been instrumental in Celtic’s free-flowing football, while subtly jabbing at Rangers’ inability to match their rivals’ intensity. “You can talk about history all you want, Kris, but football’s played in the present, and Celtic are on a different level,” Sutton added, leaving Boyd visibly flustered.
The exchange was punctuated by Sutton’s playful yet pointed offer to “console” Boyd with a hug in the car park, a callback to a previous on-air jest that had fans in stitches. This time, however, it was clear Sutton had landed a knockout blow, with Boyd struggling to counter the barrage of facts and humor.
Celtic fans took to social media platforms, particularly X, to celebrate Sutton’s takedown of Boyd, with many describing it as a masterclass in punditry. Posts on X were flooded with phrases like “Sutton cooked Boyd” and “Kris got served,” reflecting the fans’ delight in seeing their former hero defend the club’s honor. One user wrote, “Chris Sutton just buried Kris Boyd on live TV. Talking about ‘times of might’ when Celtic are wiping the floor with Rangers? Embarrassing.” Another added, “Sutton’s got Boyd…
