Glasgow Celtic Talk/Gossip/Rumours Thread 2008/09

PauloMN

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/football/spl/celtic/2009/05/12/new-tartan-look-for-celtic-in-europe-86908-21352645/

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rovingrover

PauloMN wrote: »

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/football/spl/celtic/2009/05/12/new-tartan-look-for-celtic-in-europe-86908-21352645/

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Thought this was more startling.

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/2009/05/12/exclusive-old-firm-ira-banner-man-is-dating-gordon-strachan-s-mice-86908-21351612/


And they say Strachan isn't "Celtic minded". :eek:

Brewster

rovingrover wrote: »

Thought this was more startling.

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/2009/05/12/exclusive-old-firm-ira-banner-man-is-dating-gordon-strachan-s-mice-86908-21351612/


And they say Strachan isn't "Celtic minded". :eek:

Look its not good ok. Its idiots like these that give decent law abiding Celtic fans a bad name. What a fool the guy must be, he is crying like a baby now about this and that... Too late son, hang your head in shame you stupid little boy. Its absolutely disgusting to see such displays at, what is at the end of a day, a football match. I don't think the Celtic fans on this board have any time for this garbage.

cruiserweight

rovingrover wrote: »

Thought this was more startling.

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/2009/05/12/exclusive-old-firm-ira-banner-man-is-dating-gordon-strachan-s-mice-86908-21351612/


And they say Strachan isn't "Celtic minded". :eek:

Brewster wrote: »

Look its not good ok. Its idiots like these that give decent law abiding Celtic fans a bad name. What a fool the guy must be, he is crying like a baby now about this and that... Too late son, hang your head in shame you stupid little boy. Its absolutely disgusting to see such displays at, what is at the end of a day, a football match.

Was just reading about that in the barbers, what an idiot. He is now banned from Celtic games and the supporters club that he is a member of say that he is no longer welcome to travel with them.

I am off to the game tonight, as a neutral, but hoping for a Celtic win. My OH is an Aberdeen fan, so hoping they can make the Europa League

Eirebear

PauloMN wrote: »

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/football/spl/celtic/2009/05/12/new-tartan-look-for-celtic-in-europe-86908-21352645/

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Cant waitt o see you lot running around the beaches in that monstrosity this summer! :P

Dempsey

I'd like to know who thought those shorts were a good idea, FFS

eirebhoy

Team for tonight.

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Boruc

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Hinkel --- Caldwell --- Loovens --- Naylor

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Crosas

---

---- Naka

---

Brown

---

McGeady --

---

Samaras --- McDonald

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Come on the Celts!


"Decent Old Firm fans" - What the **** does that mean daily record? Bloody rag.

lisbon_lions

eirebhoy wrote: »

Team for tonight.

---

Boruc

---

Hinkel --- Caldwell --- Loovens --- Naylor

---

Crosas

---

---- Naka

---

Brown

---

McGeady --

---

Samaras --- McDonald

---

Come on the Celts!


"Decent Old Firm fans" - What the **** does that mean daily record? Bloody rag.

only stand out is samaras for vinegar on the kitchensink. be interesting to see how crosas performs tonite, had a shocker old firm.

As for that article, i didnt even read past the headline - wouldnt wipe my hoop wi that rag.

eirebhoy

lisbon_lions wrote: »

be interesting to see how crosas performs tonite, had a shocker old firm.

He was excellent in the 2nd half. He had a decent 2nd half against Aberdeen too after a poor first. Once teams sit back it's playing to Crosas' strengths and most teams sit back at Celtic Park. He gets rid of the ball so quickly.

Playing 3 central midfielders would solve that problem imo. It is playing to the strength of all our midfielders.

eirebhoy

eirebhoy wrote: »

---

Crosas

---

---- Naka

---

Brown

---

McGeady --

I wish he'd change this to play Brown beside Crosas. It would make such a difference in keeping hold of the ball.

eirebhoy

Get in Glenn!

lisbon_lions

Nice one Loovens we needed that.

A Dub in Glasgo

McDonald a bit lucky there

Liam O

that tackle looked sore

Eirebear

What the hell is McDonald doing still on the pitch after that? not to mention the fact Loovens shouldnt be there either...

lisbon_lions

Why should Loovens not be there? what are ye on about?

A Dub in Glasgo

lisbon_lions wrote: »

Why should Loovens not be there? what are ye on about?

He should have been at the other end defending

Eirebear

lisbon_lions wrote: »

Why should Loovens not be there? what are ye on about?

He should have walked for his "tackle" on Edu at the weekend.

A Dub in Glasgo wrote: »

He should have been at the other end defending

Dont do that, im too nervous to laugh these days!

If mcGeady's finishing was better he would be a great player rather than a good player imo.

He has the beating of their left back all day long but his shooting is poor

eirebhoy

Very direct game. Not a long ball game but the attackers are having most of the ball.

As for McDonald. There's no way he meant to injur him. Absolutely no way. It was instinct to protect himself from the oncoming Wilkie imo. Trust me. Watch that in normal speed. You don't have the time to make any decision in that time.

lisbon_lions

eirebhoy wrote: »

As for McDonald. There's no way he meant to injur him. Absolutely no way. It was instinct to protect himself from the oncoming Wilkie imo. Trust me. Watch that in normal speed. You don't have the time to make any decision in that time.

Agree, but will the SFA review that one now as well? Is the game not being refereed in hinsight now by replay anyway? Its in danger of coming that way.

Both incidents were on the ball incidents and the ref was in clear view. Therefore, imo if its not in the ref's report card at the end of the game it does not warrant review. That applies to all teams tbf.

Eirebear

eirebhoy wrote: »

Very direct game. Not a long ball game but the attackers are having most of the ball.

As for McDonald. There's no way he meant to injur him. Absolutely no way. It was instinct to protect himself from the oncoming Wilkie imo. Trust me. Watch that in normal speed. You don't have the time to make any decision in that time.

In order to protect himself he has to aim his studs at wilkies knee yeah?

lisbon_lions wrote: »

Agree, but will the SFA review that one now as well? Is the game not being refereed in hinsight now by replay anyway? Its in danger of coming that way.

Both incidents were on the ball incidents and the ref was in clear view. Therefore, imo if its not in the ref's report card at the end of the game it does not warrant review. That applies to all teams tbf.

I agree to be honest...still gonna whine about loovens for a wee while though, it makes me feel better! :pac:

A Dub in Glasgo

was 2-0

2-1 now

Edit: Dundee Utd all over Celtic since they scored

lisbon_lions

nervous 20 mins coming up!

eirebhoy

Eirebear wrote: »

In order to protect himself he has to aim his studs at wilkies knee yeah?

When you're sliding on the ground with someone coming towards you your foot is likely to raise. When you're lying down and it looks like someone's going to stand on you you'll raise your leg. I don't know, maybe its your instinct protecting your balls because jesus I've even hit kids accidently when I think they're going to hit me there.

Poor performance but thank god the game is over. Come on Hibs now tomorrow!

PauloMN

eirebhoy wrote: »

I don't know, maybe its your instinct protecting your balls because jesus I've even hit kids accidently when I think they're going to hit me there.

Lol. Must remember that excuse. "Sorry I thumped your 5 year old there missus, thought he was going to wallop me in the balls."

Good first half, poor second half. Their goal really changed the game, just when we were cruising. There was a spell there around 80 mins which seemed to last for ages where we just couldn't get a touch of the ball. Could have been 3 up in the first half, but just as well we got the 2nd goal as I always thought they'd score.

Boruc, Caldwell, Loovens, Hinkel, Brown, McGeady, Naka (much better corners today), McDonald - all pass marks.

Naylor, Crosas, Samaras - grrrr.

Brewster

Good win for Celtic. I fully expected them to win tonight, only saw last 20 mins, and to be fair United seemed to have the better of it. What was the story with crowd? There seemed thousands of empty seats?? Surely this is time when the fans should be getting right behind their team. Confused??

eirebhoy

Crosas wasn't that bad imo. There was 1 or 2 dodgy occasions when he was pressurised and lost possession but other than that he played well. Strachan didn't play him right imo. He played him on his own in central midfield. If someone runs to put pressure on him there's nobody beside him for an out ball.

It's clear he's a very intelligent football. Positionally and his decision making. Technically excellent. We just have to play to his strengths. I love how he keeps things flowing and doesn't need to control the ball with a touch. That pass over the top to McDonald was top class. McDonald got onto it and tried to get the pass to Samaras but it was cut out.

The players weren't too bad today, just the system imo. Even first half. There wasn't much passing going on.

Crosas would dominate that Dundee Utd midfield if he was on it. So would Brown. So would Naka. It's up to Strachan to get the best out of these players.

eirebhoy

PauloMN wrote: »

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/football/spl/celtic/2009/05/12/new-tartan-look-for-celtic-in-europe-86908-21352645/

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Look at the state of McDonald.



Pajama bottoms.

Broxi_Bear_Eire

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What an awful kit

PauloMN

Broxi_Bear_Eire wrote: »

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What an awful kit

Definitely looks like he's wearing either pyjamas or a kilt.

As someone on KDS said: "Do those shorts come with a sporan?"

I think the top is ok though. But will we be needing an international shirt anyway?

Broxi_Bear_Eire

eirebhoy wrote: »

When you're sliding on the ground with someone coming towards you your foot is likely to raise. When you're lying down and it looks like someone's going to stand on you you'll raise your leg. I don't know, maybe its your instinct protecting your balls because jesus I've even hit kids accidently when I think they're going to hit me there.

Poor performance but thank god the game is over. Come on Hibs now tomorrow!

Poor excuse for a shocking tackle to be honest I played football for years and never did what you describe unless I wanted to hurt someone

Eirebear

PauloMN wrote: »

Definitely looks like he's wearing either pyjamas or a kilt.

As someone on KDS said: "Do those shorts come with a sporan?"

I think the top is ok though. But will we be needing an international shirt anyway?

Sure why would you wear a sporran over your boxers?

Brewster

Broxi_Bear_Eire wrote: »

Poor excuse for a shocking tackle to be honest I played football for years and never did what you describe unless I wanted to hurt someone

The shocking challenge has been referred to SFA review panel. It was a straight red to be honest, again the suspension will not kick in till next season. Celtic have got very lucky here, if the refs and linesmen has seen these incidences properly and sent off the players Loovens and McDonald would have been suspended at a crucial time of the season. No one likes to see challenges like Saturday and last night on a football pitch. Celtic have got a break here and I think they will certainly benefit from them.

eirebhoy

Broxi_Bear_Eire wrote: »

Poor excuse for a shocking tackle to be honest I played football for years and never did what you describe unless I wanted to hurt someone

Maybe because you're tackles aren't judged in slow motion making it look like you even had a second to think about what to do with your leg.

McDonald is not that type of player in the least. If he gets any type of suspension for this it's a disgrace.

lisbon_lions

Brewster wrote: »

The shocking challenge has been referred to SFA review panel. It was a straight red to be honest, again the suspension will not kick in till next season. Celtic have got very lucky here, if the refs and linesmen has seen these incidences properly and sent off the players Loovens and McDonald would have been suspended at a crucial time of the season. No one likes to see challenges like Saturday and last night on a football pitch. Celtic have got a break here and I think they will certainly benefit from them.

seen these incidents properly? both were 'on the ball' moments with the ref a matter of yards away on both occasions. As i said yesterday, if the ref is in view of an on the ball incident and there is no reference to it in his report card at the end of the match. There should be no retrospective come back (which is ruining the game imo). ffs move on sir.

Blackjack

Yeeeeeeeesssss!, Get in there!.

now that's the Riordan I remember....

eirebhoy

Can't believe it. Riordan. Come on Hibs!!

Brewster

You heard it hear first on Sat when I said Celtic would win league on GD. What a game. I tell ya one thing the SPL cant be accused of is lacking excitement!! That was some 2nd half. Think that could be ends of twist now....

Dempsey

Excellent!! I can hardly believe it either and I dont think its the end of the drama!!

Once again this season, Rangers bottle going top by failing to win their next match.

Dempsey

EDIT: Double Post

eirebhoy

Quote from match thread:

premierstone wrote: »

So if we do win the two final games and the title does this mean we're stuck with Strachan for another season :mad:

I'd be very surprised if Strachan stays. He knows how Celtic fans are feeling. The last 3 seasons the fans have sang his name as he lifted the title. The mood won't be like that this season.

I think Strachan should be immune from any name calling or booing tbh after the trophies he has won. I think it's time for him to go but if fans want to make their feelings clear they just have to do won simple thing, chant McGeady's name.

I just can't see Strachan staying. He's not enjoying it and I don't think he will see much bright lights in the future.

Eirebear

Unbelievable from rangers tonight.

From the extreme lack of anything up fron in the first half, to chance after chance in the second. Looks like the title is bound for parkhead now, as we've bottled it once again.

At the risk of sounding like Strachan though, that second half was honestly the best ive seen us play for months.

Dempsey

eirebhoy wrote: »

Quote from match thread:

I'd be very surprised if Strachan stays. He knows how Celtic fans are feeling. The last 3 seasons the fans have sang his name as he lifted the title. The mood won't be like that this season.

I think Strachan should be immune from any name calling or booing tbh after the trophies he has won. I think it's time for him to go but if fans want to make their feelings clear they just have to do won simple thing, chant McGeady's name.

I just can't see Strachan staying. He's not enjoying it and I don't think he will see much bright lights in the future.

Forcing a 4 in a row (if it happens) manager to quit will be more pathetic than the day Celtic FC nearly went bust imo

I dont see anyone doing any better than GS at the moment. He's brought Rangers almost to their knees (he will if we get 4IAR) and some other clown gets to capitalise and look like Jock Stein.

Badabing

When we play Hibs at Easter Road they are always open attacking games so i would pick this team for the match Sunday.


Boruc

Hinkel Loovens Caldwell o'dea

Naka Brown Crosas Mcgeady

Maloney

Skippy

Jvoh is too slow these days to last 90 mins so leave him and Samaras on the bench. Have Maloney roaming around midfield and up front and play a pressing game.

eZe^

How's Crosas developed in his first season of top flight football lads? Do the fans like him?

Badabing

eZe^ wrote: »

How's Crosas developed in his first season of top flight football lads? Do the fans like him?

I think he has had a very good season and has developed a good partnership with Brown, i think with a good pre season behind him that he will make great strides next season.

Brewster

Dempsey wrote: »

Forcing a 4 in a row (if it happens) manager to quit will be more pathetic than the day Celtic FC nearly went bust imo

I dont see anyone doing any better than GS at the moment. He's brought Rangers almost to their knees (he will if we get 4IAR) and some other clown gets to capitalise and look like Jock Stein.

It continues to amaze me, the apathy towards Strachan. It really does. Ill be accused of being a Rangers supporting windup merchant for saying this no doubt. The guy admits himself he has a sarcastic sense of humour, but who the hell cares when he has a record like he has. If he does go, the Celtic fans will soon realise the error of their ways if he is forced out. If Strachan says, it will be five titles in a row for Celtic next season without question. I believe only a new regime would give Rangers any glimmer of hope.

When the post split fixtures were announced, I said it was a massive advantage for Celtic to be at home last day of season when I felt they could be chasing goals. Guess what, this has transpired. Celtic were very disrespectful of Hibs insinuating that Hearts would be a tougher place to go than Hibs. What happened last night Bhoys??

When the crunch moments came, Celtic were always the stronger team and this is what has happened. There is no experience really in the Rangers team once Ferguson is taken out of it and this has cost them.

Fair play to Celtic, Ill criticise them in a fair manner when I see fit, but I wont be shy in praising them either when its deserved...

Dempsey

eZe^ wrote: »

How's Crosas developed in his first season of top flight football lads? Do the fans like him?

Hide & Seek Champion of the last two games anyways.

Jury is out for me, he has good technical ability but other aspects of his game is lacking

ChumpStain

Here's a bit of news for Celtic fans, James McCarthy is in talks with you's. I thought he was being tracked by Barca, Liverpool, Inter and Real so this would be massive if you got him.