NafisaCeltic supporters have turned their attention towards Kris Boyd after the former Rangers striker sparked a social media storm during Sky Sports Scotland’s coverage of the Hoops’ stunning 7-1 demolition of Hearts.
Martin O’Neill’s side produced a ruthless display at Celtic Park on Sunday, overwhelming their title rivals and strengthening their position at the top of the Scottish Premiership.
The emphatic victory sent the home support into celebration, while Hearts were left facing serious questions after conceding seven goals in a disastrous afternoon.
But while Celtic’s players were making headlines for their performances on the pitch, Boyd found himself at the centre of a completely different controversy during the post-match discussion.
The ex-Ibrox striker’s on-air moment quickly attracted attention after Sky Sports Scotland shared a clip on social media, with supporters debating whether the pundit had just performed one of the internet’s most recognisable viral gestures.
Boyd’s ‘6-7’ moment sends Celtic fans into meltdown
The incident occurred while Boyd was discussing Hearts’ recent form and their growing list of defeats. As he referred to the numbers involved, the former Rangers forward appeared to say “six seven” while moving his hands up and down, with his palms facing upwards.
The gesture immediately reminded viewers of the viral “6-7” meme, a nonsensical catchphrase that has become popular among younger social media users.
Sky Sports Scotland appeared to recognise the resemblance, posting the clip with the caption: “Did Kris Boyd just do the 6-7?! 🤷♂️”
That question was enough to set the comments section alight.
For Celtic supporters, the timing made the moment particularly irritating. Their team had just demolished Hearts 7-1, moved four points clear at the top of the table and delivered a performance that underlined their title credentials.
Instead of focusing solely on the football, however, the online conversation quickly shifted towards Boyd’s apparent imitation of the viral trend.
Whether the gesture was deliberate or simply an unfortunate coincidence became part of the debate, but the reaction from some Celtic supporters was unmistakably hostile.
Celtic supporters call for Boyd to be sacked
The replies beneath Sky Sports Scotland’s post quickly filled with angry reactions, insults and demands for the pundit to lose his television role.
One supporter wrote: “Shove 6 or 7 fingers up yer arse ya beaming bastard.”
Another declared: “If you ever needed more reasons to despise that fanny.”
A third went even further, writing: “somebody fucking execute him fuck me.”
Other comments included “Ewww” and “As if Scottish football wasn’t a big enough joke anyway.”
The calls for Boyd to be removed from television also became a recurring theme, with supporters posting messages including:
“Sack him now”
“Sackable offense”
“What a cunt”
“Sack him on the spot for that”
The comments reflected the intensity of the reaction among some Celtic supporters, although the online responses should not be taken as representing the entire fanbase.
There has been no indication in the supplied material that Sky Sports has taken disciplinary action against Boyd or that his position as a pundit is under formal review.
Why the Rangers connection makes it even more explosive
Boyd’s background inevitably adds another layer to the controversy.
The former Rangers striker remains one of the most recognisable and outspoken pundits covering Scottish football, but his Ibrox connections have long made him a divisive figure among Celtic supporters.
His comments about the Hoops regularly attract attention, particularly during periods when the rivalry is intensified by results and title-race developments.
Sunday’s circumstances provided the perfect ingredients for another online storm. Celtic had scored seven goals against Hearts, their captain and supporters were celebrating a commanding victory, and Rangers had missed an opportunity to move above their Glasgow rivals after drawing with Dundee.
Celtic’s four-point advantage made the weekend even more satisfying for the Hoops faithful.
Against that backdrop, Boyd’s apparent “6-7” gesture became another opportunity for frustrated supporters to vent their feelings towards a pundit they already dislike.
The meme itself carries no serious footballing meaning. Its appeal comes from its deliberately silly, often exaggerated delivery, which has helped it spread across social media. But when a prominent football personality appears to join in during a heated post-match broadcast, even a brief gesture can generate an outsized reaction.
Celtic’s victory should remain the bigger story
For all the controversy surrounding Boyd, Celtic’s performance remains the defining story of the afternoon.
Kieran Tierney, Benjamin Nygren and Callum Osmand were among the goalscorers as the Hoops raced into a commanding half-time lead before completing their 7-1 rout. Camilo Durán also found the net, while Jamie McCart scored an own goal.
The result strengthened Celtic’s position at the summit and left Hearts needing to recover quickly from a crushing setback.
Boyd’s viral moment has nevertheless provided another talking point in a rivalry that rarely lacks drama. The clip has attracted furious reactions from Celtic supporters, with some demanding that Sky Sports remove him from its punditry lineup.
For now, those demands remain social media reactions rather than evidence of any formal action against the former Rangers striker.
Whether Boyd deliberately performed the meme or merely made a gesture that resembled it, the episode has once again demonstrated how quickly a short moment on television can overshadow the football itself.
And after Celtic’s emphatic 7-1 victory, the last thing Boyd needed was another reason for the Hoops faithful to turn their attention towards him.
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