While I want a win, or a clean sheet, what I would really like to see is evidence of what we have learned since Anderlecht ran through us in Glasgow two months ago. We have a genuine chance to eliminate a stronger opponent and reach the last 16 of the Europa League, but merely hoping the same strategy that was so overwhelmingly ineffective at home to PSG, Bayern and Anderlecht, will work better this time, is not going to cut it.
Let’s keep it tight until late in the game, when Zenit’s energy levels will be stretched. I also think we get more out of Forrest, Sinclair and Dembele with space to exploit in the forward third. I know we are unpractised at this, but, all going well, we will face far stronger opponents in September, when a polished rear-guard action will definitely be needed.
Today’s lesson: how to defend against skillful opponents.
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Bada
I looked back for `it seems`. Couldn`t find it . Did you mean `apparently` planted the seed of doubt?
Your team info is usually correct. So Lustig is/was not injured?
JJ
Gene
Well tell him, ya lazy bassa :-))
to be honest bhoys, if all our players were fit ,i wouldnt have played jozo tonight, think his confidence is low, and i would definately have had gamboa before lustig.only my opinion.hh.
Hot Smoked
You just did :)
I’d like to see a performance tonight, heck, even Ronny’s team managed it v Inter a few years back, so why not this team? We need to go for it, and hopefully, the players respond to the backing ifrom the stands for once and deliver some Euro home cheer.
3-1 Celtic.
Hot Smoked
Could go several different ways:
4-5-1 with Forrest wide right and McGregor wide left.
4-4-2 with a diamond or box midfield and Forrest up front with Dembele.
3-5-1-1 with Forrest and Tierney wide.
I’d guess 4-5-1 without the ball and 4-4-2 with.
Bada
Yes both ex Brigade, talking about a picture doing the rounds from 1989, he certainly knew what line you took in your career in the service..
Glass 2
I agree there many possibilities.
Wasn`t life so much more simple when No 6 was left half and full-backs had to ask for directions if they the halfway line?
JJ
JJ- he will start, be on the bench, or injured
BLANTYRETIM IS PRAYING FOR THE KNOX FAMILY on 15TH FEBRUARY 2018 3:02 PM
Bada
Yes both ex Brigade, talking about a picture doing the rounds from 1989, he certainly knew what line you took in your career in the service..
Whit picture…!!! I knew a few who could drink whisky but buying and selling?….does he live in Tollcross?
“If I play more then you will see the lion, I will fight for the team, do anything for the team. I will go to war for the team and win for the team. I just want to play.”
Eboue Kouassi
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Aye ok, calm down big man :)
D17- unleash the Lion….:)
Bada
No up in Hyndland
Tim obviously ☘️☘️
!!Bada Bing!! on 15th February 2018 1:41 pm
Devries
Lustig Ajer Jozo KT
Ntcham Brow Kouassi McGregor Forrest
Dembele
Apparently team for tonight
Lustig is supposedly out injured, aggravated Achilles injury v Thistle (from twitte right enough so could be nonesense)
I’ll accept any outcome tonight.
This is early in the BR journey to fully develop the project.
I’m not a happy clapper – in fact I’d lay Claines to being One of Lawwell’s keenest detractors ( when he let’s self interest take over).
So in defence of Lawwell’s and Board I’m full of praise for their efforts and decisions since BR arrived.
We have been unlucky with injuries. We might have forseen this with better Jan investment but I don’t believe our war chest would buy players who would alter our course.
Our course is domestic domination and progressing a team for future European ventures.
Tonight is part of our journey. Enjoy!
GARY67 on 15TH FEBRUARY 2018 3:25 PM
!!Bada Bing!! on 15th February 2018 1:41 pm
Devries
Lustig Ajer Jozo KT
Ntcham Brow Kouassi McGregor Forrest
Dembele
Apparently team for tonight
Lustig is supposedly out injured, aggravated Achilles injury v Thistle (from twitte right enough so could be nonesense)
JJ- it wisnae me….:)
Catman seemed to confirm team….
BT- canny place him mate……HH
Bada
My team for tonight:
Gordon
Lustig Commper (SP)SvietchenkoTierney
Roberts Bitton Brown Armstrong
Dembele Griffiths
JJ- a 4-2-3-1….?….:))
Right. The Hot Smoked Express is departing a Sunny Arbroath on its way to The Dear Green Place.
I don`t expect us to lose tonight. 0-0 would not surprise me but Dembele might have something to say about that.
Cheerio for now,
JJ
CULTSBHOY- LAST OF THE FAMOUS INTERNATIONAL PLAYBHOYS on 15TH FEBRUARY 2018 3:26 PM
I’m not a happy clapper – in fact I’d lay Claines to being One of Lawwell’s keenest detractors ( when he let’s self interest take over).
*never noticed lol
The ole Euro Thursday or as Sevcs call it….Thursday
COYBIG, give us a New Year’s eve present. Chinese New Year that is.
And just for good measure, for the biggest clique of CQN .its the year of the dog. HH and woof woof.
Caninecsc.
GREENPINATA
Year of the dog – I’m a Tiger bhoy
Year of the Dog ?
Unleash the Dogs of War tonight then. Broonie and Kouassi for plenty ‘bite’ in midfield.
No Saints marching in over the next 4 days at Paradise please.
Celtic Squad App in Europa League
14 Games 1 Shut Out Craig Gordon
19 Games 1Goal Scott Brown
17 Games 0 Goal James Forrest
09 Games 1 Goal Leigh Griffiths
08 Games 1 Goal Nir Bitton
08 Games 1 Goal Mikael Lustig
07 Games 1 Goal Stuart Armstrong
07 Games 1 Goal Callum McGregor
06 Games 0 Goal Dedryck Boyata
04 Games 0 Goal Tom Rogic
04 Games 0 Goal Jozo Simunovic
04 Games 0 Goal Kieran Tierney
03 Games 0 Goal Nadir Ciftci
02 Games 0 Goal Scott Allan .
https://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/2018/feb/15/graham-potter-ostersund-human-touch-arsenal-europa-league
Journeyman footballer turned surprisingly successful manager takes on journeyman footballer turned surprisingly successful manager.
Some story.
Celtic have come out on top in their last three meetings with Russian teams in CHAMPIONS LEAGUE and despite the plethora of injuries at least this can give us some hope. Pity we are missing a player like Leigh Griffiths who goes for the jugular. We live in hope.
I hope to read a lot of happy posts from a lot of happy Hooooopsters on here when I get up for work.
Fingers,toes,eyes,all crossed. Well,the latter will be shut shortly,and if I cross the others while I’m asleep,I’ll get cramp.
But you know what I mean!
Bestaluck in particular to EUROCHAMPS67. Nice to have you back where you belong,bud.
I noticed PSG had a fully fit squad on the park last night yet Celtic have all these injury problems. Is it just bad luck or something else.
Hankray@ 17.16 hrs.
That is a question that must be asked, but not tonight.
HH.
Good evening, friends.
Hankray
PSG don’t play against hammer throwers
I see the portugese hoops are 3-1 up in astana
Watching Astana v Sporting, hope our scouts are still keeping tabs on Patrick Twumasi (he scored 2 v us and gave KT a torrid time in second half over there). Having a great game (despite Astana losing), lightening fast, great crosser and passer of the ball and powerful. Playing on the right but also coming into the middle. Has scored 9 goals in 12 games in Europe so far this season.
Gene…………..maybe so but I’m pretty sure their skillful players get some rough treatment. Well played Portuguese Hoops.
@SSB
BREAKING: Alex McLeish is closing in on the Scotland job. He’s set to be announced as the new national team manager before the weekend.
Turn off the light, close the door and lock it. The national team is finished.
Four posts between 4.00 and 5.00 on a Euro night – this place has definitely gone to the dogs.