Glasgow Celtic

[Charlie: 9]

I thought that I would make an Official Celtic thread after seeing that there was other 'Official Threads' made up. Hope you dont mind.

Anyway, here we go...

... The Celtic Football Club
Celtic Park
Glasgow
G40 3RE
Scotland


Details...

Founded: 1888
Ground: Celtic Park Also known as 'Paradise'
Capacity: 60,832
Record Attendance: 92,000 v Rangers 1938
Club Colours: Emerald green and white hooped jerseys, white shorts with emerald green trims, and white hose
Manager: Gordon Strachan.

Honours...

European Cup Champions: 1966-1967
Vice Champions: 1969-1970.
Semi Finalists: 1971-1972, 1973-74
Quarter Finals: 1968-69, 1970-71, 1979-80

UEFA Cup:
Finalists: 2002-03
Quarter Finals: 2003-04

Scottish League Champions::
(39 times)
1892-93, 1893-94, 1895-96, 1897-98, 1904-05, 1905-06, 1906-07, 1907-08, 1908-09, 1909-10, 1913-14, 1914-15, 1915-16, 1916-17, 1918-19, 1921-22, 1925-26, 1935-36, 1937-38, 1953-54, 1965-66, 1966-67, 1967-68, 1968-69, 1969-70, 1970-71, 1971-72, 1972-73, 1973-74, 1976-77, 1978-79, 1980-81, 1981-82, 1985-86, 1987-88, 1997-98, 2000-01, 2001-02, 2003-04, 2005-06.

Scottish Cup::
(33 times)
1892, 1899, 1900, 1904, 1907, 1908, 1911, 1912, 1914, 1923, 1925, 1927, 1931, 1933, 1937, 1951, 1954, 1965, 1967, 1969, 1971, 1972, 1974, 1975, 1977, 1980, 1985, 1988, 1989, 1995, 2001, 2004 , 2005


Scottish League Cup:: (13 times)
1956-57, 1957-58, 1965-66, 1966-67, 1967-68, 1968-69, 1969-70, 1974-75, 1982-83, 1997-98, 1999-00, 2000-01, 2005-06

[Ismail]

Shunsuke Nakamura should be good this season

[Paul B]

There is already an existing official Celtic thread, but seeing as the content of that one...well...wasn't of a very high standard - I'll let this one go.

Nakamura - great player, yes. Surprised he ended up at Celtic though, I thought perhaps he'd prefer the other european options. Unless of course they didn't follow through their interest (Depor and At.Madrid). I'm not sure what the situation was in the end...(?)

[liechtenstein jim]

Good to see Zurawski and Nakamura both getting goals yesterday.

And many thanks to our good friends at Hibernian, especially Ivan Sproule, for giving Rangers one hell of a beating!

[Clyde Frog]

Good to see Zurawski and Nakamura both getting goals yesterday.

And many thanks to our good friends at Hibernian, especially Ivan Sproule, for giving Rangers one hell of a beating!

I bet you didn't thank them end of last season. :)

[liechtenstein jim]

I bet you didn't thank them end of last season. :)

Ha Ha, I was cursing them very much then, but things change quickly in football, I never thought I would ever support Porto or Artmedia until the Champions league draw last week!

[Ismail]

I bet you didn't thank them end of last season. :)
:lol:

[Charlie: 9]

Im was shocked when i heard the 3-0 final score to Rangers. Then when we beat Dunfermline yesterday and i seen that Naka and Magic scored, good to see them off the mark and hopefully we can go forward. Lennon and Thompson wasnt on yesterday, so we were more attacking... hope Gord keeps them out of the XI for a while... just to see.

[jthk2004]

Ha Ha, I was cursing them very much then, but things change quickly in football, I never thought I would ever support Porto or Artmedia until the Champions league draw last week!
so u want rangers to beat inter then? just support every team other than rangers, or maybe hearts now...

[jthk2004]

Im was shocked when i heard the 3-0 final score to Rangers...
i will watch that game on tuesday here in the usa to see how awful rangers did... i will let u know if u want...

[Charlie: 9]

Aye, please. Any chance you could post in the Hibs goals?

[discoalla]

I don't know aboout anyone else but I hope Stachan brings in a CB before the deadline as our defence is shocking. Don't let that 4-0 scoreline fool you, I'm actually quite worried about playing Hearts for a change.

[jthk2004]

I don't know aboout anyone else but I hope Stachan brings in a CB before the deadline as our defence is shocking. Don't let that 4-0 scoreline fool you, I'm actually quite worried about playing Hearts for a change.
i heard that they are bringing in chinese cb "du wei"... but couldn't agree on fees...

[nakamura1888]

zurawski actually played decent football couldent beleve it 4-0 flattered dunfermline could have been so many more

[jthk2004]

zurawski actually played decent football couldent beleve it 4-0 flattered dunfermline could have been so many more
he'd better be playing good or he will follow aliadiere's path...

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic are expected to seal the signing of Chinese defender Du Wei after he was granted a work permit.

Bhoys boss Gordon Strachan has expressed a desire to sign the tall central defender to bolster his squad.

The Shanghai Shenhua ace enjoyed a short trial spell at the Scottish giants last month and he impressed Strachan.

Strachan has been searching for defensive reinforcement after making a shaky start to the new season and the club have still to find replacements for Jackie McNamara, Ulrik Laursen and Joos Valgaeren.

Celtic had been struggling to agree a deal with Shanghai for Wei, but with the stumbling block of a work permit being resolved, it appears he is on his way to Glasgow.

I read on the text the fee was 800k.

[jthk2004]

Celtic had been struggling to agree a deal with Shanghai for Wei, but with the stumbling block of a work permit being resolved, it appears he is on his way to Glasgow.

I read on the text the fee was 800k.
dunno why celtic will struggle to agree a deal... they don't even have 800k to pay? no champions league really hurts...

[Charlie: 9]

Hurts bad. Lost out on a couple mill. Have to work around it now just.

Hope Du Wei is able to bring something we need!

[jthk2004]

Hurts bad. Lost out on a couple mill. Have to work around it now just.

Hope Du Wei is able to bring something we need!
it's a smart buy for celtic i think. i mean there are 13m people in china and u need only 1% to buy a celtic shirt with du wei's name on it, u will earn more than playing in the champions league. same as nakamura...

but whether he can adapt to live in scotland remains to be seen. the meals are quite different, so celtic will netta open a chinese restaurant and a sushi bar (for nakamura) now...

[Charlie: 9]

Yep, hope Naka and Du Wei enjoy life in Glasgow. And i think theyll suit life with us well (esp. Naka) time will tell like. Fingers crossed anyway.

[jthk2004]

Yep, hope Naka and Du Wei enjoy life in Glasgow. And i think theyll suit life with us well (esp. Naka) time will tell like. Fingers crossed anyway.
nakamura is well-travelled so he will have no problems... my concert is du wei's style won't suit european football. but i reckon he is better than varga at least...

[Charlie: 9]

Have you ever seen Du Wei play? I havent. Dont suppose you got a clip of him? Hopefully he WILL be better than Varga at least!

[jthk2004]

i am chinese and i watched him played a few time in the chinese league. but u can never compare the chinese premier league to spl... but he is big and strong. i will say he's like laursen?

[Charlie: 9]

Well lets hope he'll do the business anyway!

[50!]

i mean there are 13m people in china and u need only 1% to buy a celtic shirt

Is it not 1.3bn?

I haven't ever seen this Du Wei character so I won't come to any conclusions until I have seen him play. Although I would much rather have Krygiakos than a marketing tool to sell more shirts.

[jthk2004]

Is it not 1.3bn?

I haven't ever seen this Du Wei character so I won't come to any conclusions until I have seen him play. Although I would much rather have Krygiakos than a marketing tool to sell more shirts.
u really need krygiakos... 0-3 just can't be acceptable...

[gerard1922]

All i know about du wei is hes similar to bobo,big strong good at heading.i hope bobo leaves hes just not commited anymore 2 celtic. why r we not signing ian harte, we cant go through the season with camara.

[gerard1922]

just read something on itv.com we might b swapping agathe for shinji ono, i personally dont want that, agathe iis meant 2 be unhappy with his current contract. what is it with celtic wanting to buy players from asia all of a sudden!!

[Charlie: 9]

Well marketing tool or not, i hope he does what he's supposed to do.

Ps.I hope Agathe stays too, i think he's alright.

[jthk2004]

just read something on itv.com we might b swapping agathe for shinji ono, i personally dont want that, agathe iis meant 2 be unhappy with his current contract. what is it with celtic wanting to buy players from asia all of a sudden!!
oho: oh no!

[LarssonIsGhod]

We shood offer agathe a proper contract instead of lettin him go like henrik and others

[Charlie: 9]

We didnt let Henrik go, he wanted to leave. He back from injury now and all,hope he makes up for last season... we know he can do it after all.

Dont like how cheap Celtic are tho... its low. I have more money in my bank card than Celtic have. Champions League knockout messed shit up for us. Abramovic should buy Celtic, haha.Moneys problems over, then.

[50!]

Abramovic should buy Celtic, haha.Moneys problems over, then.

I suppose it could work. Abramovich can't own two teams in the Champions League however considering that you will never get there it could be quite a good idea. ;)

[jthk2004]

I have more money in my bank card than Celtic have. Champions League knockout messed shit up for us. Abramovic should buy Celtic, haha.Moneys problems over, then.
just come to the usa and have a walk in wall street to see who is interested in buying celtic then...

[Charlie: 9]

I suppose it could work. Abramovich can't own two teams in the Champions League however considering that you will never get there it could be quite a good idea. ;)

Haha, you bastard.

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic are weighing up a January bid for Bulgaria international Blagoy Georgiev.

The 23-year-old currently plays for Slavia Sofia but the club are hoping to cash in to the tune of £1 million in the New Year.

Georgiev can play at right back, or on the right side of midfield, and is being courted by clubs in Germany, France and Spain.

Bhoys boss Gordon Strachan has scouted Georgiev and has also asked Stilian Petrov about the player's qualities.

Petrov admits he has given his club manager an appraisal of Georgiev but is unsure if Celtic will make a bid for his compatriot.

"Gordon Strachan asked me about Blagoy and I gave him my honest opinion," said Petrov.

"I am just a player and the club have to decide whether or not to sign him but I think he could be tremendous at Celtic.

"He is tall, physical and can play anywhere on the right side of the pitch.

"On top of that he takes good free kicks and is very pacey. I think his style would suit Scottish football."

[gerard1922]

You would think that a team of Celtics history, status, fanbase etc.. some billionaire would buy or invest alot of ££££.Celtic looked like they were going somewhere positive after the UEFA final, but we seem to be going in the other direction, its not fair on the fans.

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic 2 - 0 Aberdeen (Zurawski, 13. Petrov, 61)

Happy days lads. And with Rangers managing a 1-1 draw with Falkirk, its a good day. We sit 2nd with 13pts and Rangers sit 5th with 10. Hearts still top with 15pts and have a game in hand.

[gerard1922]

Cant wait to see Hearts play the old firm

[Clyde Frog]

I seen Maciej Zurawski's goal against Aberdeen and I must say that was a cracker, and Gerard, Rangers play Hearts first at Tynecastle. :crymore:

[gerard1922]

I Think Hearts Fans May Be Getting A Bit Carried Away With There Recent Success, But I Suppose Its Good For The Spl.still Hope Celtic Can Win The League And I Hope Its More Than A Two Horse Race.

[Clyde Frog]

I hope it's more than a two horse race too, but I would like to see Hibs (who are still in for a shout) and Aberdeen to get in, Aberdeen are good but they fail against smaller teams (A bit like us) but you can't take it away from Hearts for their recent form and give credit to them. And I hope Rangers win the league. :D

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic closed the gap on leaders Hearts with a 1-0 win at Hibernian.

Stilian Petrov's early strike proved to be enough to give Gordon Strachan's men all three points.

The Bulgarian international drilled home from 18 yards from Shunsuke Nakamura's pass after just five minutes.

Celtic dominated the first 45 minutes and John Hartson and Nakamura both went close to increasing the lead only to be denied by Hibs goalkeeper Zbigniew Malkowski.

Hibs went close to drawing level just before the break when Steven Whittaker saw his deflected shot well saved by Artur Boruc.

Nakamura was inches away from doubling Celtic's lead four minutes after the break when his free kick crashed off the post and Paul Telfer was unable to find the net from the rebound.

Hibs pushed forward in the second half in search of an equaliser, but they could not find a way past a resolute Celtic rearguard.

The win helps Celtic cut Hearts' lead at the top of the table to five points.

Lads, for the match report, use this link http://home.skysports.com/matchreport.asp?fxid=288297

[jthk2004]

hey charlie bhoy, is du wei playing in celtic reserves? can't see any action from him in the spl so far...

[Charlie: 9]

Dunno, Jim. he might be playing there, maybe just for fintess or something... hell get his chance soon enough, maybe. We doing ok at the minute so we are, did you see Petrovs goal yesterday? Was ok, ball through by Nakamura and Petrov, i think, slipped it between the 'keepers legs.

[jthk2004]

did you see Petrovs goal yesterday?
haven't seen the game yet. they show it on wednesdays here in the usa...

[Charlie: 9]

Good goal. Got us 3pts so its all good. Cant wait till we play Hearts.

[Gun_Runner]

Anybody else think Lennon's ban is a joke? 3 games is ridiculous for doing sumit like that, should have been at least 5/6.

[Rangers_Fureva]

Anybody else think Lennon's ban is a joke? 3 games is ridiculous for doing sumit like that, should have been at least 5/6.

I agree with that, as soon as i heard the news i was shocked :realmad:
Any Celtic fans here actually think he should be captain!?!?
He's simply a joke and from what i see of him he does bugger all in midfeild.

[Charlie: 9]

I think he shouldve been banned for more than 3 like, too. But im sorta glad he isnt. But without him we play more attacking football, best thing about Neil is that he loves tackling!

[Gun_Runner]

I've never saw Lennon as being a good player, I also think captaincy should be given to Petrov(even though he is a diving bas*ard)

[Charlie: 9]

Petrov would be a good captain, but Big Chris would get my vote for it, like...

[Rangers_Fureva]

I'd probab'y say Big Hartson would make a decent captain.

[Charlie: 9]

Aye if Suttons injured then Hartson would be a good captain. Think Suttons back tonight, matter of fact.

[Rangers_Fureva]

Aye he is, pretty sure he's starting, if not he's be on the bench.

[Charlie: 9]

Won 2-1. I thought we wouldve hammered them. My mistake :rolleyes:

[Rangers_Fureva]

Won 2-1. I thought we wouldve hammered them. My mistake :rolleyes:

All i can say is Russel Latapy, use had some problems trying to get the ball off him last night, only recall him misplacing a pass once. Other than that i thought use should have scored about 3 more and Falkirk should have had a penalty, when Shaun malony hand balled it then hid is hand behind his back ;)

[Charlie: 9]

He played well so he did, I was told. Jesus he must be like 37 now. Fair play to Falkirk for battling away anyways, but they didnt battle hard enough...

[Gun_Runner]

My brother told me last night when we were watchin it that Latapy was 37! I thought he was between 29-32... for an old man he had an outstanding game-got man of the match aswell. Very comfortable on the ball and created some nice moves.

[Charlie: 9]

Seen a bit of the match today there, he was cool as fuck on the ball, good playmaker last night. Aye, 37 is a shock... I thought he was 28 when he moved to you's...

[Rangers_Fureva]

I thought Latapy was 35:mellow:
I'm gonna go 'n' check......

[Charlie: 9]

Aye, but I was told he was 37... Ill be back on later... Ill check what you post then sure...

[Rangers_Fureva]

Aye he is 37, just checked the falkirk website, was born on 08/02/1968

[Charlie: 9]

Jesus he's on a bit... after last nights game tho you'd think he was 21 !

[Rangers_Fureva]

Aye ano, was working very hard like the little tyke he is!
Surprised he like only lost possesion of teh ball once.....by far Falkirks most important player.

EDIT: Jesus!!!!!!..Charlie, look at your amount of posts and you only joined about 2 months ago.....Jolly good show mate!

[Charlie: 9]

True. Woudl you take him back now? At 37 years young...

[Rangers_Fureva]

True. Woudl you take him back now? At 37 years young...

Nah, we'v got an allright midfeild right now, plus we have Bazza who plays the ball about better :)

[Charlie: 9]

4-0 at the minute. Courtesy of McManus, Maloney, Magic & Sutty ;)

[liechtenstein jim]

It's Celtic v Hearts a week on Saturday, and I can't wait, looks like we are coming into great form just as Hearts finally start showing some weakness (They only drew 2-2 with Falkirk yesterday)

[Charlie: 9]

It's Celtic v Hearts a week on Saturday, and I can't wait, looks like we are coming into great form just as Hearts finally start showing some weakness (They only drew 2-2 with Falkirk yesterday)

Aye, we will beat them. I say that we will beat Hearts 4-0 ;)

[Irish PES]

Nakamura and Zurawski are both doing good,I always knew about Nakamura but I wasn't too impressed when they bought Zurawski,but I am very impressed now,lets hope they keep up the goo form

[Charlie: 9]

Deffinitly, we have to beat Hearts, and I think... I know we will...

[nikos24]

Hope Hearts cause another upset again, :D.. anyway nice job charlie on starting this thread, can see many fans of Celtic.. well done.. i wish the best for Celtic on that game ;)

[sean k]

i think it all depends on how fit our players are when they come back from international duty

[Charlie: 9]

Hope Hearts cause another upset again, :D.. anyway nice job charlie on starting this thread, can see many fans of Celtic.. well done.. i wish the best for Celtic on that game ;)

Well we will beat them... 4-0 Is my prediction.

[Magpie4eva]

Used to think Celtic were better than Rangers but its the other way round for me now. Martin O'Neil was a legend!

[Charlie: 9]

He was, he's missed, but I wont argue, Rangers are Champions so that speaks for itself, but I hope Gordan will turn that around come May.

[Clyde Frog]

Hope Hearts cause another upset again, :D.. anyway nice job charlie on starting this thread, can see many fans of Celtic.. well done.. i wish the best for Celtic on that game ;)

I'm afraid I can't see this happening. A draw would do us Rangers fans nicely though if a team were to win, it would have to be Celtic, they are at home, and Hearts are without Roman Bednar and Craig Gordon, that can be vital especially Craig Gordon now that they will have to use their sub keeper and with Celtic improving their strike force like Maciej Zurawski, how will this reserve keeper handle it.

[Charlie: 9]

I'm afraid I can't see this happening. A draw would do us Rangers fans nicely though if a team were to win, it would have to be Celtic, they are at home, and Hearts are without Roman Bednar and Craig Gordon, that can be vital especially Craig Gordon now that they will have to use their sub keeper and with Celtic improving their strike force like Maciej Zurawski, how will this reserve keeper handle it.

I have a feeling that Zurawski will score a hat-trick ;)

[rfcloyalist]

celtic have the best chance this season of any team to beat the jam tarts (apart from livvy in the cis) as alot of their players are away on int duty, injured or suspended!!! lol, and after watching pressleys dismal performance against belarus things are not lookin to good. i woould like a draw, but a win for hearts would do us a turn, you know that they will fall back after christmas (if they make it that far) and it will be the usual for the rest of the season. pesonally i would like hearts to be up there at the end of the season. rather them than celtic!

[Charlie: 9]

Aye, Hearts wont last till Christmas time. They be 3rd come Boxing Day...

[jthk2004]

celtic have the best chance this season of any team to beat the jam tarts (apart from livvy in the cis) as alot of their players are away on int duty, injured or suspended!!! lol, and after watching pressleys dismal performance against belarus things are not lookin to good. i woould like a draw, but a win for hearts would do us a turn, you know that they will fall back after christmas (if they make it that far) and it will be the usual for the rest of the season. pesonally i would like hearts to be up there at the end of the season. rather them than celtic!
craig gordon is suspended. so celtic will win this one... although i fancy hearts to nick it since i want a team other than celtic or rangers to win the spl...

[Clyde Frog]

Celtic 1 - 1 Hearts

Beattie 13, Sckacel 16

Good result for Rangers but Celtic fans probably would believe they should have won, listening it on the radio and it seemed like Hearts where always on the back foot.

[Magpie4eva]

Well Celtic have a chance after George Burley left Hearts just now so they probably wont survive without him meaning its gonna be another season of Old Firm titleship

[executioner]

alright lads we're only 3 points behind hearts with a game in hand so if we win today then we've closed the gap. we really need this win after hearts lost and rangers only drew.

[lssj_broly]

i hope hearts break away again. im always rooting for the under-dog.

[executioner]

i hope hearts break away again. im always rooting for the under-dog.
for fuck sake, you're coming right into a celtic thread to troll. go and post your crap somewhere else.

[Magpie4eva]

Thrilling game today...lots of twists and turns....

[lssj_broly]

for fuck sake, you're coming right into a celtic thread to troll. go and post your crap somewhere else.

wtf's your problem? if having an opinion is trolling, then i guess im guilty. i could also ask, why should'nt i post in a thread for everyone? this isnt celticinsight you know? i was'nt trying to stir up shit, i was mearly hoping that something new would happen in the world of football, so calm down.

[Clyde Frog]

wtf's your problem? if having an opinion is trolling, then i guess im guilty. i could also ask, why should'nt i post in a thread for everyone? this isnt celticinsight you know? i was'nt trying to stir up shit, i was mearly hoping that something new would happen in the world of football, so calm down.

I think what he meant was that you posted in a Celtic thread about Hearts, however I don't think it's that bad because there would be no point opening a "Official Hearts Thread" as I don't think there are many Hearts fans on Insight.

[foggydew]

is "Du Wei" supposed to be in pes 5?
cannot find him in chinese team although i appreciate that there might not be the correct player names initially.

Also has anybody yet created the other Celtic squad members such as McParland etc? if so would they normally be posted here?

[executioner]

wtf's your problem? if having an opinion is trolling, then i guess im guilty. i could also ask, why should'nt i post in a thread for everyone? this isnt celticinsight you know? i was'nt trying to stir up shit, i was mearly hoping that something new would happen in the world of football, so calm down.
this thread is for celtic fans and you've come in here rooting for another team. thats trolling.
if you have an opinion on it then either post it in the hearts sectrion or find another appropriate thread.

[Bharney_Bhoy1]

Do yae hink Cellic'll beat rangers???
a got tikits fur aeh game
ya dancer!!!!!! lol

[Magpie4eva]

i dnt knw if cellic will beet rangers doh i fink it will b a dwar or cellic win coz gers r doin crp

[foggydew]

McLEISH MUST STAY!!!

[rab1888]

Great win 4 celtic in the cup n what a strike from wee shaun. Lets hope we give the gers another tanking 2day. Cmon The Hoops!!!!!!!

[rab1888]

3-0. pumped i think u call that get it up all u gers out there!

[executioner]

3-0. pumped i think u call that get it up all u gers out there!
yeah todays win was a good confidence booster. i cant see us losing the league now.

[David P]

3-0. pumped i think u call that get it up all u gers out there!

Hmm don't think i quite like that post but yeah give you guys credit when it's due. We really need to start thinking about a replacement for big eck.

Oh and Rab1888 shut ur face thats about as politley im gonna put it for now.Executioner and all you descent human biengs out there well done guys i cant see you guys loosing the League now;)

[Charlie: 9]

After seeing Zurawski's goal against Rangers the other week. I thought that we would have been under P' for the rest of the game, but the OF match was quite tame. Still a long way to go yet, I wouldnt see that we have the league won, so I wont say that If Celtic dont win the league Ill eat my hat, I ate my hat last season!. So the league'll be over when you actually see Lennon lift it up. Rangers have had their bad patch, theyre due a good run, so lets just hold out and have those fingers crossed.

[50!]

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b207/shaun_p_/a937ot.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b207/shaun_p_/53_3.jpg

:shocking: It's putrid in my opinion.

[Charlie: 9]

First time Ive seen that bad boy there. Whens it out ?

[50!]

First time Ive seen that bad boy there. Whens it out ?

I'm not sure if it's the real thing but it certainly looks like it could be. If it is real they will probably bring it out around the end of the season.

[Charlie: 9]

Aye, I quite like it. It nice and plain, which can be good...

[50!]

Aye, I quite like it. It nice and plain, which can be good...

:mellow: Are you sure mate? If my team ever had a strip as ugly as that, I'd be horrified.

[Charlie: 9]

Used to think Celtic were better than Rangers but its the other way round for me now. Martin O'Neil was a legend!

:rolleyes:

[Original?]

What is that shirt for, it's surely not the home kit?

[Charlie: 9]

They're either dropping the green away kit for it, or its just a third kit. They could never drop the green white hoops. They almost kinda did a few years back, when the hoops werent the full way round, but I think its a 3rd kit...

[50!]

What is that shirt for, it's surely not the home kit?

The source of the picture said it is supposedly next seasons away kit.

[The Dude]

i like the new one but i like the away kit they have now better.

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic chairman Brian Quinn admits the chances of his club joining The Premiership are looking bleak.

Both The Bhoys and Old Firm rivals Rangers have been constant in their desire to switch to England's top-flight.

However, Quinn admits the prospects are not good.

"There isn't an opportunity to actively pursue, although we are standing in readiness," Quinn told Celtic TV.

"But if I had to be absolutely candid then the prospect to join The Premiership or any other reorganisation in European football has receded a bit.

"The G14 clubs are more preoccupied with other things.

"My firm belief sooner or later is what the customer wants, the customer gets and it breaks through.

"At some stage Celtic will receive an invitation to play in a different league and we will look at it at that stage."

Thoughts...

[50!]

Thoughts...

The SPL isn't that bad, Celtic may have ran away with it this season however last season was highly exciting and why move to a league where one team seems to have absolute control.

[Charlie: 9]

The SPL isn't that bad, Celtic may have ran away with it this season however last season was highly exciting and why move to a league where one team seems to have absolute control.

Yeah last season was very exciting, maybe they should try to expand the SPL, take out that league split and try to build from making it a 18-20 team league. It'll take a brave while maybe, but I cant see us getting into English football, let alone the Prem.

[Clyde Frog]

I agree, theres no point in the split, and we could atleast add an extra 2 teams into the SPL, and build on from there.

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic have released a statement confirming a cancer scare for coach Tommy Burns.

Doctors are said to be optimistic about his prognosis as he undergoes treatment for a melanoma.

The Parkhead club commented: "Anyone who knows Tommy will be well aware of his determined and positive attitude."

Burns, a former manager and player for The Bhoys, is also assistant coach to Scotland manager Walter Smith.

The 49-year-old has everybody's best wishes as he begins his recovery.

Best of luck to Tommy...

[The Dude]

Its good to see that hartson got the game winning goal.

[Akineye]

You Bhoys will be supporting AC Milan and Barcelona in the Champions League I take it?

[Clyde Frog]

You Bhoys will be supporting AC Milan and Barcelona in the Champions League I take it?

Are you sure? isn't it that the team that wins the Champions League, and wins there domestic league will mean Celtic auto qualify? Or is it the team has to be in a Champions League slot in there domestic league? I'm still not sure which it is.

[Akineye]

Are you sure? isn't it that the team that wins the Champions League, and wins there domestic league will mean Celtic auto qualify? Or is it the team has to be in a Champions League slot in there domestic league? I'm still not sure which it is.

You were right the first time- Hence Milan and Barca. If they finish in the top two and win the Champions League then Celtic won't have to qualify.

[50!]

I'm supporting Arsenal and Villarreal, one of which is guaranteed to make the final. Celtic could land another Artmedia. ;)

[Don Sweey]

Post edited as everything I said was already mentioned.

Errr....go Celtic! (or don't...I'm not too fussed ;))

Actually while I'm here, did you beat Hearts?

[50!]

Actually while I'm here, did you beat Hearts?

They did in the course helping Rangers to secure the Champions League spot. Hearts were denied a last minute penalty to which I saw on a Celtic forum the idiotic quote, "We were cheated into winning the game". :rolleyes:

We have been disgraceful this season and Hearts shot themselves in the foot by sacking Burley so they probably deserved it although I can guarantee it being much tougher next season with (<------) that man in charge. ;)

Celtic win their 40th league title, just remember that when Rangers won their 40th, Marharet Thatcher was PM, the Berlin wall stood and the internet didn't exist. ;)

[Charlie: 9]

Go on Big Bad John! Maggie Thatcher as PM or not, I dont care, we won ours yesterday, thats me happy. Hearts' Romanovs had a good thing going, then for some reason went a fucked it up, they dont deserve a CL Spot. Milan/Barca to win the CL, I think Barca, so we go stright in... Stay clear of those Artmedia Bratislava type teams...

[Jonny2J]

We've been linked with Hartson by the way

[Charlie: 9]

We've been linked with Hartson by the way

Would you want him up there at Newcastle, Jonny?

Link (http://media.putfile.com/Championos)

[Clyde Frog]

Would you want him up there at Newcastle, Jonny?

Link (http://media.putfile.com/Championos)

*Looks up and sees Aberdeen* :rolleyes:

[Charlie: 9]

Looking forward to this Sunday, lads...

[Singh]

Good result for you lot

[Charlie: 9]

Good result for you lot

Surely was. I can rest easily now knowing that Artmedia cant happen again.

I loved to see Henrik set up the two goals and just loved to see Barca win it, with some sadness there for Arsenal and big Jens imparticular, Pires kind of aswell as he didnt get a proper enough good bye, like.

[The Dude]

Celtic sign midfielder Jiri Jarosik.

http://www.celticfc.net/newsroom/news.aspx?id='2006-06-19_1448pc'

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic sign midfielder Jiri Jarosik.

http://www.celticfc.net/newsroom/news.aspx?id='2006-06-19_1448pc'

Did you happen to catch how much he cost... ?

[The Dude]

It is rumoured to be around the £2 million.

[Charlie: 9]

Off to a flyer so we are. Our Maceij man scored two and set up Jarosik yesterday for him to score a nice header. Our Naka buried a sweet free kick and I was impressed with how well we played, the team looks fit and sharp.

Celtic and the rest of the SPL's goals from Saturday... Here (http://media.putfile.com/SPL-Goals---29th-July-2006)

Rangers / Motherwell goals... Here (http://media.putfile.com/Motherwell-1-Rangers-2---SPL-30th-July-2006)

Courtesy of John ;)

[Huw]

Hasnt Hartson gone to West Brom ?

Charlie what did you think of Jarosik ?

[Charlie: 9]

Hasnt Hartson gone to West Brom ?

Hartons gone to West Brom, yes... 500k. Unfortunatly. I wanted him to stay as he didnt want to go.

Charlie what did you think of Jarosik ?

He played well yesterday, scored a ncie goal and I thnik he'll be great for us. I reckon he'll bag a few goals along the way and hopefully keep us smiling. I wasnt sure of him at Chelsea and all that but he had his glimpses, so now, my biased opinion says that he's good :laugh:

How much did he cost us? All I see is 'Undisclosed Fee'. Myabe The G could help me out here?

[Keyser Soze]

He played well yesterday, scored a ncie goal and I thnik he'll be great for us. I reckon he'll bag a few goals along the way and hopefully keep us smiling. I wasnt sure of him at Chelsea and all that but he had his glimpses, so now, my biased opinion says that he's good :laugh:

How much did he cost us? All I see is 'Undisclosed Fee'. Myabe The G could help me out here?
Not a clue, mate. I'm just dissapointed he never had a fair chance, as I did rate him, despite being limited to seeing brief substitue appearances from him at Chelsea. He seemed decent at Birmingham, good technique for a tall guy too.

[Huw]

Hartons gone to West Brom, yes... 500k. Unfortunatly. I wanted him to stay as he didnt want to go.



He played well yesterday, scored a ncie goal and I thnik he'll be great for us. I reckon he'll bag a few goals along the way and hopefully keep us smiling. I wasnt sure of him at Chelsea and all that but he had his glimpses, so now, my biased opinion says that he's good :laugh:

How much did he cost us? All I see is 'Undisclosed Fee'. Myabe The G could help me out here?
The problem with Jarosik is that he can go missing in games especially when the tackles start flying in. He can look a bit clumsy as well at times due to his lanky build but I believe he is a good player and if he starts regularly, which he didnt do at Birmingham, can only get better.

Also heard Birmingham have been in touch with Sutton all through the summer and he will probably join us later this week (local radio said that

[Charlie: 9]

Not a clue, mate. I'm just dissapointed he never had a fair chance, as I did rate him, despite being limited to seeing brief substitue appearances from him at Chelsea. He seemed decent at Birmingham, good technique for a tall guy too.

I think Slippy mightve been right (see few posts above) that he costed us like 2m. If it was around that number then I thnik he will prove to be well worth it and I hope he keeps up the performance level.

The problem with Jarosik is that he can go missing in games especially when the tackles start flying in. He can look a bit clumsy as well at times due to his lanky build but I believe he is a good player and if he starts regularly, which he didnt do at Birmingham, can only get better.

Also heard Birmingham have been in touch with Sutton all through the summer and he will probably join us later this week (local radio said that

Sutton would be useful for you. I didnt want him to leave either but what could I do, he left and we replaced him with Dublin... I know...

For being free he is worth snapping up anyway and should assist alot for Birmingham and net a couple along the way...

[Keyser Soze]

I think Slippy mightve been right (see few posts above) that he costed us like 2m. If it was around that number then I thnik he will prove to be well worth it and I hope he keeps up the performance level.
Definately. Still relatively young too, isn't he?

[LeNitewatchman]

He's 28, so probably another 4-5 years left in him. Looks pretty good so far though from what I've seen.

[Charlie: 9]

He's 28, so probably another 4-5 years left in him. Looks pretty good so far though from what I've seen.

Aye, Id say we'd get 3/4 years from him. If he keeps it up (his opening day form) he could be amazing for us. Itll be a long season and I'd obviously expect Rangers to be more up for it this season round...

[LeNitewatchman]

They were looking good in the Motherwell game, probably would've won comfortably if it wasn't for Buffy's wayward finishing.

[Charlie: 9]

Strachan looks to Piquionne

Celtic boss Gordon Strachan has reportedly made an enquiry about St Etienne striker Frederic Piquionne.

The Hoops manager has been looking for a tall and talented centre forward since John Hartson left Celtic Park to join West Bromwich Albion earlier in the summer.

French reports claim the Scottish Premier League champions therefore asked Les Verts about a possible loan move for the coming season.

Despite the player's difficult relationship with the Stade Geoffrey-Guichard faithful, new coach Ivan Hasek wants to keep the player for another season.

He still has three years left on his deal at the Ligue 1 club, but was embroiled in controversy in January after head-butting one of his own fans for insulting him.

The player had also been linked with a move to rejoin former coach Elie Baup at Toulouse, but now looks set to stick it out at ASSE for the coming season.

I cant really make a judgement on this man. Maybe someone who watches French football, Nikos or someone.

I dont think Id want to meet him, if he has already stuck a head in a fan...

Coppola a Bhoys option

Messina midfielder Carmine Coppola is being mooted as a target for Celtic, according to reports in the Italian media.

Bhoys boss Gordon Strachan is still looking to strengthen his squad ahead of a UEFA Champions League campaign and is assessing his options.

With Stilian Petrov having asked to leave the Scottish champions, a midfield replacement could be required before the August transfer deadline.

Speculation in Italy claims Coppola is under consideration by Strachan, whose team started the new SPL season with a 4-1 victory over Kilmarnock on Saturday.

Coppola has spent the past five years with Messina and has impressed in the last couple of seasons in Serie A.

He has collected two caps for Italy after making his international debut last summer against Serbia & Montenegro.

The 27-year-old was courted by Tottenham Hotspur 12 months ago, but Messina proved reluctant sellers.

Messina could again take some persuading to sell Coppola as Celtic muse over following up their early interest.

Dont know this fella, either...

[Huw]

Is Ross Wallace any good ? as Birmingham are interested and are giving him a trial.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/b/birmingham_city/5234878.stm

Wallace on trial with Birmingham

Ross Wallace was used an auxiliary left-back
Celtic winger Ross Wallace has gone on a week's trial with Birmingham City.
The club relegated to the English Championship last season confirmed that the 21-year-old had arrived at St Andrews on Tuesday.

Wallace, who is a product of Celtic's youth set-up, has made 22 starts for the Scottish champions, as well as 26 appearances as a subtitute.

He was used as a stand-in left-back last season but appears to have fallen down Gordon Strachan's pecking order.

[Charlie: 9]

Is Ross Wallace any good ? as Birmingham are interested and are giving him a trial.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/b/birmingham_city/5234878.stm

Wallace on trial with Birmingham

Ross Wallace was used an auxiliary left-back
Celtic winger Ross Wallace has gone on a week's trial with Birmingham City.
The club relegated to the English Championship last season confirmed that the 21-year-old had arrived at St Andrews on Tuesday.

Wallace, who is a product of Celtic's youth set-up, has made 22 starts for the Scottish champions, as well as 26 appearances as a subtitute.

He was used as a stand-in left-back last season but appears to have fallen down Gordon Strachan's pecking order.

I would rather him than Mo Camara, but Strachan has let him go on the transfer list as the player had requested. I liked him and he wont be missed now like as were about to sign a Czech left back anyway, this week I think.

He can play left wing aswell and can attack a little bit and should be a good for Birmingham, still only 21. If I can find clips of him for you, Huw, Ill send them your way...

[Huw]

I would rather him than Mo Camara, but Strachan has let him go on the transfer list as the player had requested. I liked him and he wont be missed now like as were about to sign a Czech left back anyway, this week I think.

He can play left wing aswell and can attack a little bit and should be a good for Birmingham, still only 21. If I can find clips of him for you, Huw, Ill send them your way...
Thanks Charlie but dont go to any trouble

[LeNitewatchman]

He's a class winger, brilliant technique and one of the best crosses I've seen. Would be a great signing for Birmingham I'd imagine, it's just a shame he hasn't been able to make it at Celtic.

[Charlie: 9]

Thanks Charlie but dont go to any trouble

Its not trouble. Ill search a few Celtic forums later...

He's a class winger, brilliant technique and one of the best crosses I've seen. Would be a great signing for Birmingham I'd imagine, it's just a shame he hasn't been able to make it at Celtic.

Aye. It wouldve be good if he was only leaving on loan, for experience, but he wants to leave and looks like he's about to so. Good riddance

[Huw]

And I know its probably been mentioned before but anyone know what is actually happening with Chris Sutton ? I know you have released him and we have been talking with him all summer but is there anything solid that you guys know of ?

On a different note, Rab Douglas is married to my cousin complained that while he was at Celtic he would get hundreds of requests for tickets but now he is at Leicester nobody ever approaches him. Well at least thats my Leicester v Birmingham tickets sorted.

[Charlie: 9]

And I know its probably been mentioned before but anyone know what is actually happening with Chris Sutton ? I know you have released him and we have been talking with him all summer but is there anything solid that you guys know of ?

I have no clue whats going on with Sutton, now. He left in January and he went to Birmingham and I thought he was still with you's untill the other day. He might sign for you again, but I wouldnt know...

On a different note, Rab Douglas is married to my cousin complained that while he was at Celtic he would get hundreds of requests for tickets but now he is at Leicester nobody ever approaches him. Well at least thats my Leicester v Birmingham tickets sorted.

Ah Rab 'The Builder' Douglas. He was a good keeper for a while then just went Pete Tong and is completly useless, but thats happy days for you if you manage to score tickets from the big oaf...

[Huw]

I have no clue whats going on with Sutton, now. He left in January and he went to Birmingham and I thought he was still with you's untill the other day. He might sign for you again, but I wouldnt know...



Ah Rab 'The Builder' Douglas. He was a good keeper for a while then just went Pete Tong and is completly useless, but thats happy days for you if you manage to score tickets from the big oaf...
Big is the best word to describe him - I certainly wouldnt like to be the one that has to tell him when he's had a bad game

[Cat Meat Teeth]

knob ends

[Clyde Frog]

Ah Rab 'The Builder' Douglas. He was a good keeper for a while then just went Pete Tong and is completly useless, but thats happy days for you if you manage to score tickets from the big oaf...

Rangers legend. :cool:

http://images.scotsman.com/2005/02/21/21ranb.jpg

[50!]

And I know its probably been mentioned before but anyone know what is actually happening with Chris Sutton ? I know you have released him and we have been talking with him all summer but is there anything solid that you guys know of ?

He is currently on trial with St Mirren last I heard with his brother, John. He hasn't signed for them but he is struggling to find a team that can cope with his wage demands and I heard if Celtic don't get anyone new they could be interested in re-signing him.

[LeNitewatchman]

Gregory Vignal's 30 yard screamer into the top corner. :no:

That entire 2005-06 season was just painful. The football was shite, Rab was still here, Henrik had just left, and to top it off we had Black Sunday.

*shudder*

[50!]

Gregory Vignal's 30 yard screamer into the top corner. :no:

That entire 2005-06 season was just painful. The football was shite, Rab was still here, Henrik had just left, and to top it off we had Black Sunday.

*shudder*

It was the 2004/5 season and it is more commonly known as 'Helicopter Sunday' ;)

Oh and Vignal,

http://img396.imageshack.us/img396/9277/vignaleh5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

:happy:

[LeNitewatchman]

We didn't deserve to win it that season, I've never seen Celtic play such dull, unimaginative football. McGeady skinning people was about the only form of entertainment coming from the team.

[Charlie: 9]

We didn't deserve to win it that season, I've never seen Celtic play such dull, unimaginative football. McGeady skinning people was about the only form of entertainment coming from the team.

I thought the same was going to happen after our start to last season. But after the Ibrox game we took it up a few notches and look what happened. There is nothing worse than terrible football...

Daz and 50!... You are both on my list... :huh:

[Charlie: 9]

The thread is back from the dead.

We showed today how to battle back and again come from a goal down, which is good and bad... Mainly good as we won 2-1 thanks to a super finish from Craig Gordon. Having been listening to the game on BBC Scotland when Jarosik scored I thought it was a joke but it wasnt and its good to see him do something, I hope he can take off now and stop being a waste of space. Craig Gordon, who McCoist deems one of the best keepers in the UK and best in Scotland, let McManus shot slip and just dropped a clanger, which was very, very funny. I then later seen the highlights and it was great...

... A 2-1 win today see's us making another great stride to lifitng the league, long way yet, but for now we can smile ;)

[Billy Minof]

Happy days are here again. :)

[50!]

I still don't understand how the ref can play into the 96th minute when there was only 4 minutes on the board. :unsure:

[Billy Minof]

I still don't understand how the ref can play into the 96th minute when there was only 4 minutes on the board. :unsure:

I know ya, its great aint it. :ninja:

[Charlie: 9]

I still don't understand how the ref can play into the 96th minute when there was only 4 minutes on the board. :unsure:

Its what I call Man United time ;)

[Billy Minof]

Its what I call Man United time ;)

LMAO....

[Rambo]

Gravesen scored a hat trick today :lol:

[Charlie: 9]

Gravesen scored a hat trick today :lol:

A perfect hat-trick ;)

[carson1912]

I still don't understand how the ref can play into the 96th minute when there was only 4 minutes on the board. :unsure:

cos its celtic, havent you realised they get everything!

[greenegg]

A perfect hat-trick ;)

Was it left foot right foot header?

[The Dude]

Was it left foot right foot header?
yes.--^


http://www.grouper.com/video/MediaDetails.aspx?id=1626142&ml=fu%3d246285%26fx%3d
the goals.---^

[Charlie: 9]

cos its celtic, havent you realised they get everything!

Shut up you moaning bastard. Is that all you do?

[Charlie: 9]

Hibs 2 - 2 Celtic

Hibs are a very good team to watch, they took Rangers apart and today there were doing the same to us, great football. Having taken a two goal lead, Celtic, as usual, get in gear and make a come back which is what champions should do, but overall Hibs have played better, but we have came into the game in the second half.

The game seem good football from Hibs from the go, with Sproule, who scored a hat-trick against Rangers and has a little knack for scoring against Old Firm Blue, struck a sweet shot, straight past Boruc, it was like a rocket. Thompson then scored after an excellent run through our defence, the run alone deserved a goal. This season see's us battle when behind and today we done it, yet again with Sno side-footing in Kenny Millers pull back and then McGeady coming off the bench to ease the ball in from about 20 yards.

Were still going strong, but if Im being honest we did deserve a draw, but Hibs were amazing untill they let it slip as they usualy do, otherwise we wouldve been beat.

As a football fan I loved the way Hibs took the hand out of us, but as a Celtic fan I cursed so much at the TV that it was dripping wet.

In the end, we drew and it was a fair result, because our goals were good and we have the battling spirit.

[sonic_speed]

I jumped crazy when celtic equlised but miller lost a good chance to win it

[Kemmel]

Celtic beat Falkirk 1-0 yesterday. Lennon was sent off for going a bit nuts again.

[Charlie: 9]

Celtic beat Falkirk 1-0 yesterday. Lennon was sent off for going a bit nuts again.

Yep :laugh:

Just glad to get another three points, hopefully we don't slip up...

[Ryαп]

Fucking Cunts!!!!!

[50!]

They've been pulling out these last minute wins all season, can'y say I'm surprised.

[Gun_Runner]

lucky bastards...only other team with this much luck are Man Utd..2 goals in the last 2 minutes or so.

[Jonny2J]

lucky bastards...only other team with this much luck are Man Utd..2 goals in the last 2 minutes or so.It's not really luck though is it if you do it on a fair few occasions.

[Charlie: 9]

Fucking Class!!!!!

Jonny, you are right my friend. We can claw back from going behind, never say die and that is the difference in points between us and 2nd place.

Thank you.

[Ryαп]

Fucking Class!!!!!

You fly bastard :tongue:

[Charlie: 9]

You fly bastard :tongue:

Thanks ;)

But honestly, we might have a bit of luck but still... When you are ahead of you rival by 10 points, youre showing your superiority, but when youre 19 points ahead, theres not alot more to say.

Id expect to have a rougher time of it next season, but Meelan tomorrow night and we will easily brush them aside and everyones happy. Big smiles, big smiles :D

[Dr. Bob Kelso]

We've done our job for now. Time for you to do yours!

On the bright side if you score in the San Siro you wont be greeted by Music. Only small clubs do that.

[Ryαп]

So lads, predictions for tonight? I have a feeling you's will score so 2-1 Milan.

[chelsea11]

i reckon 1-1, away goal win!!! but thats cause im bias towards celtic ....i always think they can win, like back in the day with Larsson and Thompson

[Ryαп]

Yeah, ask any Celtic fan, Alan Thompson was a real legend :tongue:

[chelsea11]

Yeah, ask any Celtic fan, Alan Thompson was a real legend :tongue:

scored against liverpool in that champ league match didnt he....:D

[calculus]

Good Luck Celtic! Though I think at the San Siro Milan will win through!

[Dr. Bob Kelso]

scored against liverpool in that champ league match didnt he....:D

Remember that. Our wall jumped out of the way (D'OH!).

Nothing we could do about Hartson's goal like.

Good luck tonight, no one expects you to win so just give it everything you have and who knows, maybe, just maybe.

1-1 Celtic through on away goals.

[Don Sweey]

Good Luck Celtic! Though I think at the San Siro Milan will win through!

We'll concede and we can't score for shit. Celtic to go through.

[Dr. Bob Kelso]

Oh and it is not just us that get fucked over constantly by the media, especially SKY (and those who believe their shite).

"Celtic aim to become the first Scottish team to make the quarter-finals of the Champions League."

Now of course this is true but how many kids and people who don't know any better would realise Celtic had already won the European Cup which is the same trophy but in a different format.

Premiership? Champions League ? Fuck off. You can't buy History.

We know and not just for our club.

The "Bhoys" of 66/67 You'll Never Walk Alone.

[Ryαп]

Jarosik up front? very slow looking Celtic squad.

[lokmad]

Barcelona-Liverpool. Absolute shocker of a game two weeks ago at the Nou, but I hoped that we could have pulled something out of the hat at Anfield. Really wasn't to be though, and considering the state we're in Rijikard better sort something out pronto.

Celtic-Milan. Absolute terrific 90 minutes, too bad that we seemed to die come extra time. Milan were pish apart from Kaka to be honest. Also, that was definitely a penalty for me.

However, there's alot to be built upon. Lets start at the back:

Boruc is a machine, amazing game apart from the one slip up (which cost us the match however )

O'Dea, Mcmanus=Solid as a rock. McManus gave Kaka too much space though and should have gotten onto him earlier, even before Lennon did. Apart from that no complaints really. Overall the central defence is looking good, with a returning Caldwell and Pressley too. There's also new boy Doumbe who's yet to play, and also John Kennedy in the reserves. I'd think about getting Balde out, as I personally don't see a place for him on the team.

Naylor had an absolute stormer. Even Telfer wasn't TOO bad. It'd be good if we could sign one more player at RB and just alternate between him and Wilson, as I'd rather Telfer just went. A backup for Naylor would be good too.

Lennon's past it. In the longer term, out of the current squad I see Sno and possibly Caldwell, if the role suits him, as his replacements. Sooner the better really.

The picking of Evander Sno over Gravesen boggles my mind. Gravesen is fucking MADE for nights like this. We paid 2 million for him. I understand that Strachan wants to give his youth players a bit of experience, but not at the biggest game of the year. Who knows what could have happened had we played Gravesen from the start. Check Gravesen's pure rocket of a shot.

McGeady, Naka. No real surprises here, just wish Naka would stop disappearing for spells. McGeady was class until he got tired.

Jiri Jarosik didn't perform overly well or anything, would possibly have played Miller here instead just for a bit more speed and pace, and someone who can race defenders to those through balls. We've also got Hartley that can play in this attacking role, maybe next year in Europe (and we will go) this role could go to him instead.

Vennegoor was always a cert, but personally I don't see why. Yeah, fair enough, he's a huge threat in the air, but I didn't see too many high balls coming in to him. Would have definitely taken him off after 90 minutes, but for whom exactly?! Zurawski? Injured Miller? Possibly, but like I said before, I'd have played him in Jarosik's role. Beattie? Personally wouldn't have. Riordan? Best finisher at the club, but the boy hasn't tasted Europe yet. Do you really play someone like that in your biggest game? Upfront's the area we need to work out. Fuck it, may aswell say it...We should have never sold Hartson...

I personally feel that this coming season will be where we really shine in Europe. Not all the way, I'd have to be downright stupid to believe that at this stage, but the last 16 again atleast, but this time no ridiculous scorelines like 3-0 to Copenhagen, less experimentation on the part of Gordon Strachan, less fuckin about with starting line ups and wrong decisions, no stupid own goals to Benfica etc. We've got some amazing young talent who now have a good bit of experience on the European stage, a keeper whose among the best in the world, Pressley and Hartley who are yet untested in Europe, McGeady who just gets better and better on his night, Thomas Gravesen who showed flashes of brilliance tonight and who I believe will finally find his place in the team after an unsettled season so far n Riordan, who is an absolutely quality finisher when he wants to be, can continue to improve. Hopefully Balde and Lennon will be wiped away, and players like Telfer who don't deserve the Celtic shirt can piss off too.

Overall they done us proud though. Every player can feel proud with the performance they put in tonight. This isn't the end, it's just the beginning ...

[BarnDoor]

Anyone got a pic of Neil Lennon with his top off? Its not that I could do with a wank but I was quite disillusioned with his huge gut and tits (as were the Sky panel) and frankly need to see them again, I was so mesmorized by them.

[Charlie: 9]

Maldini handball and Nakamura floored, two penalties, but nah the Ref was terrible to be honest. When Kaka scored it was down to Sno's poor pass and Mick giving him too much room, knowing that Kaka is quick, but there was some positives to come from the Champions League last night... Arsenal were put out.

[chelsea11]

yeh and future champions chelsea are through to the next round where they will probably get liverpool of all teams.....

[AgentZero]

2 shockin decisions went against you lot

[Dr. Bob Kelso]

http://img260.imageshack.us/img260/7721/img3798ly5.jpg

[Charlie: 9]

2 shockin decisions went against you lot

Ah well, Los my friend. That is football for you, we've had wrong decisions given to us in the past so no arguments here.

Oh, and the League is over anyway.

[Calzone]

Congrats celtic and celtic fans.

One more thing, Anyone think Nakamura should play in the EPL?

[Ryαп]

No. In my opinion, the ideal league for him is La Liga - slower tempo and not as rough as the British leagues.

[Rangersman]

Farewell Lenny, we'll miss you. Hopefully someone else can step into his boots as most hated, by the looks of things right now, Boruc is odds-on :P

[Zoolander]

Throw the book at Celtic? I was appalled by the vicious attack on Dida.

[Scarface]

I'm still getting my head around the fact SkySports had the courage to show the footage. It was X-Rated content.

[tomo1811]

im sick of this... just last week my nephew was attacked when a pensioner tapped his shoulder, and jus last week my friend did it to me... he said he did it to get my attention. ridiculous!

dida is embarassing.. that celtic fan... is a legend!

excited,drunk(probably) and wearing a shit white coat... a martyr for Glasgow!

i love celtic just for that guy!

[Calzone]

Sad thing is that Celtic will be punished.

[McGregor]

Sad thing is that Celtic will be punished.
And rightfully so. I say throw the book at them and punish them not only in Europe but domestically.

Deduct Points and shut the ground :blush:

[Charlie: 9]

I think a fine is a rightful decision, closing the doors is over the top, thought.

Dida HAS to be punished aswell.

[AgentZero]

Berlusconi stated that Meeelan does not desire the match to be replayed, nulled or awarded points to AC. But its all in the hands of UEFA, im sure platini will go easy on a small club


*disclaimer small club in comparison to the 4 time winners Milan.

[Kemmel]

As this is an official Celtic thread can we mention Big Jock and what he knew? ;)

[Adammce05]

At yer own risk mate :P.

[Charlie: 9]

As this is an official Celtic thread can we mention Big Jock and what he knew? ;)

We all know. He knew how to be a success.

[carson1912]

We all know. He knew how to be a success.



He also knew something else, as did Billy McNiell.


You cant deny he knew

[LarssonIsGhod]

he knew we would win the european cup in 1967 ?

[carson1912]

he knew we would win the european cup in 1967 ?



Stop pissin about and admit he knew about a peadophile ring within CFC and kept it quiet.


It was said in a court of law.

[Charlie: 9]

He also knew something else, as did Billy McNiell.


You cant deny he knew

Fans like you are a disgrace. I cant help but laugh at thick bitter cunts like you, mind.

[Adammce05]

Stop pissin about and admit he knew about a peadophile ring within CFC and kept it quiet.


It was said in a court of law.

Oh Hampden in the Sun, Celtic 7 and the Rangers 1....

Big Jock Knew that aswell, that yous got horsed at Hampden =].

[Zoolander]

Good start. :/

[Rangersman]

Oh Hampden in the Sun, Celtic 7 and the Rangers 1....

http://i13.tinypic.com/6u8f1a8.jpg

;)

[Adammce05]

Mo Mo. Massimo.

Thank god for that lol. Kennedy needs slapped for that ridiculous fuckup.

[carson1912]

Oh Hampden in the Sun, Celtic 7 and the Rangers 1....

Big Jock Knew that aswell, that yous got horsed at Hampden =].



Rangers 8 Celtic 1 January 1st 1943.





If you knew your history.

[chelsea11]

Rangers 8 Celtic 1 January 1st 1943.





If you knew your history.

Yeh we all know how to read.:erm:

[carson1912]

Yeh we all know how to read.:erm:



A didnt see the pic above ;)



Smart arse....

[Charlie: 9]

http://i13.tinypic.com/6u8f1a8.jpg

;)

Wow. I didnt know that.

[LarssonIsGhod]

has a bird shat on that guys head in that picture?

[Adammce05]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atilla_The_Hun

Theres your history.

Lookkin forward to tonight lads ? Shittin myself to be honest.
Anybody know who the hell is in defence considering 3/4 of our defenders are out injured.

[Charlie: 9]

We were so fuckin lucky its not even funny. Credit to Benfica for beatin those cunts who assumed that theyd win at home, but it didnt pan out that way. Im glad both teams are out, but its good that Benfica are still in Europe.

We need to get something done up front and in defence in January, its shocking.

McDonald = SPL Quality.

EDIT: Pre-war 8-1 Rangers.

[Adammce05]

Too right.
McDonald dosent seem to do it in Europe, infact only a few of our players seem to play as good as they do domestically, in Europe.

Hartley, Donati, Jarosik(even though hes only really Europe lol) and McGeady.
Magic should get more games I think, but we need someone besides Jan for Europe.

[Doyl3r]

Celtic!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[carson1912]

Celtic!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The intelligence of the Vermin from the east end is summed up in your post.




congratualtions.

[Jonny2J]

The intelligence of the Vermin from the east end is summed up in your post.




congratualtions.Try having a pop at someone's intelligence next time when you can come back and actually spell correctly.

[CelticVillan]

final 16!!!!!!!!! MON THE HOOPS

[Meyyappan]

McGeady is he any good,also is he a winger and if you were to sell him what would be the price?

[Jesus]

Good Morning Son, the name's Strachan, Gordon Strachan. Aiden is like a son to me, give him a few seasons and he'll become the new Zinedine Zidane.

Now do me a favor and stop asking silly questions.

[Adammce05]

Barcefuckinglona.

Magic *sobs*.

[carson1912]

McGeady is he any good,also is he a winger and if you were to sell him what would be the price?



He has had to be surgically removed from Hutton's back pocket the last 3 times he has played against us, especially at Ibrox. I dont think he even started :D

[Charlie: 9]

He has had to be surgically removed from Hutton's back pocket the last 3 times he has played against us, especially at Ibrox. I dont think he even started :D

... Not only is Hutton a diver, but apparently he wears trousers when he plays.

[carson1912]

... Not only is Hutton a diver, but apparently he wears trousers when he plays.

He isnt a diver. Unlike Larsson, Sutton, Petrov, McDonald etc.


And come on now, you never heard that saying before?


fud.

[Charlie: 9]

He isnt a diver. Unlike Larsson, Sutton, Petrov, McDonald etc.


And come on now, you never heard that saying before?


fud.

No. I actually thought that Hutton wore trousers whilst playing because you said he had McGeady in his back pocket. Honestly.

Fud? That hurt.

[Lorenzinho]

Hutton is good going forward. Otherwise he's a pretty average player.

[hoopymo]

well looks like we're ment to be getting robson or richard dunne, reports sayin TB was watching dunne in the man city v west hame game

[Charlie: 9]

well looks like we're ment to be getting robson or richard dunne, reports sayin TB was watching dunne in the man city v west hame game

Cant see Dunne comin to us, he's playin class for City and seems happy down there. However, I hear that GS was at the same game looking at Mark Noble...

[Joel]

Cant see Dunne comin to us, he's playin class for City and seems happy down there. However, I hear that GS was at the same game looking at Mark Noble...

I really doubt Mark Noble would leave West Ham.

[LarssonIsGhod]

The only reason we're being linked to these players is because wee gordon strachan was at the cup tie with West Ham and Man City

Dunne is highly unlikely because he seems to be loving his time and manchester and noble seem unlikely but also sort of pointless. We don't need any midfielders right now

[Charlie: 9]

I really doubt Mark Noble would leave West Ham.

I really hope Mark Noble doesnt leave West Ham. We dont need him at all. We need defenders.


Not BigTits Bramble.


Please.

[hoopymo]

we've also been linked with that polish international left back, hes supposedly on trial the now with brad guzan

[Nakamura_25]

this year, Huns are good :( i hope we win the Old Firm if not rain ^^

[nikos24]

Any thoughts regarding Samaras on his first game? And one more thing.. are Kilmarnock considered a poor team in the Scottish League?

[50!]

are Kilmarnock considered a poor team in the Scottish League?

They're a pretty average team, consistently mid table over the past 15 years in the SPL. Probably like the Aston Villa of Scotland.

[carson1912]

They're a pretty average team, consistently mid table over the past 15 years in the SPL. Probably like the Aston Villa of Scotland.

There not good enough to win anything.. .but not bad enough to go down!

[Adammce05]

Good run were on atm, might be 4 points in it, but I think come the Parkhead OFs, well go top again. We're scoring alot(what is it 12 in the last 3 games ?) and only let in 2, I think Samaras will be a good signing for us to be honest he seems to be confident on the ball and has more placement than big Jan.

Jans goal at the weekend but, kungfu kick :|.
The leagues beginning to look more interesting now but, with both of us playing well, but the OFs will definitely be the decider.