Celtic blitzed Aberdeen with three goals in the opening 11 minutes in what at that stage looked set to be a drubbing, but the hosts pulled a goal back in the 12th minute, which set a parity for the remainder of the match.
Leigh Griffiths has had to be patient this season but he made the most of his starting opportunity tonight. The opening goal, came from his corner, which was headed into the net by Dedryck Boyata. Patrick Roberts had a clear chance to open the scoring seconds earlier, but Aberdeen keeper Lewis turned his effort behind.
The second Celtic goal arrived on the 8th minute. There was nothing really on when Griffiths collected the ball wide on the right, but one cheeky nutmeg later and the Aberdeen defence were chasing shadows. Leigh crossed and Callum McGregor fired a shot which was blocked by Logan. The rebound fell to Stuart Armstrong, who contorted his body to make a contact good enough to score.
Again, there was little obvious danger when Leigh Griffiths collected the ball 30 yards out in 11 minutes. The Celtic striker took on two defenders before cracking a shot from 24 yards, which moved and deceived Lewis before smacking the back of the net.
At this point Celtic looked more likely to score six than to settle for three, but, remarkably, the fourth goal of the game arrived just a minute later, when Jonny Hayes lost Kieran Tierney with a quick change of direction before thundering one into the top corner from 23 yards.
It was now Celtic’s turn to rock. Perhaps the game’s most important subsequent moment came after just 14 minutes when Stockley lost the Celtic central defenders, but couldn’t make contact with a cross 7 yards in front of goal.
Celtic’s passing in recent weeks has been exceptional, but they didn’t get this right on a choppy Pittodrie surface, as the unforced error count spiked. The ball rotation we have become used to seeing this season didn’t happen often, underlining the importance of suspended Scott Brown.
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Apologies BOBBY MURDOCH’S CURLED-UP WINKLEPICKER: johnjames has yesterdays article back up but he has sanitised all the homophobic vitriol.
BATEEN BHOY on 15TH MAY 2017 9:51 AM
VFR,
agreed. the only team we’ve played all season capable of coming back from 3-0 down against us after 11 minutes is Barcelona, and even then, I’d still fancy our chances of getting something from the game.
I want a clean sheet against them in the Final. I want them to have absolutely nothing to celebrate, especially that odious wee shi-ite Logan, whose antics in trying to elicit a reaction from Celtic fans were worth at least a booking, as was his throwing the of ball at the back of The Griff’s head.
They’re calling him a ‘Legend’ up here, too stupid to realise what a slur that is against their ‘real’ legends, such as Joe Harper, Alex Ferguson, McLeish, Miller, etc.
I hope they have a miserable journey home. :-)))
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Agree with that. Asked this yesterday (I think!) but is it still the case that the “Compliance Officer” watches TV footage and takes appropriate action if something comes to light? Logan needs brought to book for the action against Leigh Griffiths. Logan is indeed odious. Seems to think the rules don;t apply to him.
Embramike
I see the nature of business is Gaming and betting ?
Lennybhoy on 14th May 2017 5:33PM
Thistle were selling £100 hospitality to away fans yesterday (27 remaining when I was looking). Deal included padded seat, 2 course meal, all-inclusive drinks, programme, h/t snack and early entry.
Not by the Hearts, the Hibs or the A-berdeen. We shall not be vinced.
Morning Celts
VFR
Spot on. I dont know what people expect.
We went to Aberdeen and finished the game in 11 minutes…..smash, bang, wallop,….game over:)
I thought we could have scored a lot more…..if we needed to, but we didnt:)
We have beat Aberdeen 5 times this season…..that will do for me.
HH
GFTB, BATEEN BHOY – I agree, they won’t live with us at Hampden and it is a good grounding for some of the away games we need to face next season!
KTF
DAVIDOPOULOS
Ah -didn’t know it was still on ..
Teenage son watched it for a period . Something to do with someone called -Flick .
Tea time was great in those days — hormonal teenagers on the couch sneering at the TV while a in the kitchen Mrs S of T blasted out compilation videos of Soul Train sent by a relative in New Jersey . Fortunately I had a dog to walk.
South Of Tunis
LOL! I remember Flick well from my teenage years!
Bmcw
Thanks for the info.
HH.
ASTORMHACHROI
Very little of his content is likely to be “new” due to the narrow confines of his narrative.
His aim is to get rid of King and Regan,with Doncaster as a Brucie Bonus. He knows it needs someone to apply the screw for that to happen.
In the case of Regan-and Doncaster-he clearly thinks that Celtic pursuing Res 12 and applicable damages/compensation,is the best way forward.
In truth,to borrow an overused term,he’s probably crystallising the thoughts of many on here in that!
Hope yer smashin’ fine and dandy,old bean. Missed our Gateway dates this season. If you remember my Swindon pal Paul,he sends his regards. He’s at the bar at the moment. Says he’ll keep some of his £600 coupon win for the next time he sees you.
That should cover the train fare from the 21st Century highway robbers who operate Great Western Railways!!!
NEWRADBHOY
Happy to help,mate. If you are having trouble switching off JavaScript,post the type of device you’re using on here and one of the resident bods will help(!)
GUYFAWKESAFOREVERHERO on 15TH MAY 2017 10:17 AM
Lennybhoy on 14th May 2017 5:33PM
Thistle were selling £100 hospitality to away fans yesterday (27 remaining when I was looking). Deal included padded seat, 2 course meal, all-inclusive drinks, programme, h/t snack and early entry.
Not by the Hearts, the Hibs or the A-berdeen. We shall not be vinced.
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Padded seat? Bloody padded cell you deserve at those prices!!!!!
Court updates today ?
BMCUW
A similar package at Celtic park would be £300 ish
Moravcik
I thing live tweets are banned and JD usually updates at breaks in proceedings
Moravcik 10.48am
I think somebody posted the court case would continue on Tuesday, I might incorrect…..won’t be a first if I am
BMCUW 10.43am
All inclusive drinks / early entry ????
I could easily get a hunner quids worth :-)
Gerry
I thought that too but JD tweeted he was there today
GENE
That’s why you’ll always find me in the cheap seats at Parkhead!
Embramike,
Them’s Youth Accounts page states their business as. 92000 Gambling.
What does that mean?
I’m thinking the wifi not on in the court, the case is/was on I saw agent Whyte going in on Twitter.
Any of the Lisbon flotilla fancy a wee dayoooot in Fatima?
Wednesday would be best as it will keep us fit for the feast later!
Gene 10.57am
Am not on Twitter but if so, am looking forward to more dirty laundry being washed in public this afternoon…… I missed out on all the films about the old and new Huns but every time I think of our Craigy Whyte it just reminds me of Leonardo Di Caprio (?)
Catch Me If You Can :-)
No Updates on James doleman twitter yet
But who is the young Lady with ahem lovely smile
on front page of paper on
his twitter page ?
BMCUW
Think it’s a 3 hour trek , had a look and it seemed like it…
Railway station is nowhere near the shrine I’ve been advised
BLANTYRETIM
I reckoned it was about 100 km away,not exactly next door but mine 90 mins on train.
Three hours makes it a bit awkward. Only available day is Wednesday as Thursday Friday and Saturday are pretty much fully planned.
Mibbe COWIEBHOY wi the 16-seater might have the answer! I’ll contact him to find out.
BOBBY MURDOCH’S CURLED-UP WINKLEPICKERS on 15th May 2017 11:03 am
Any of the Lisbon flotilla fancy a wee dayoooot in Fatima?
Wednesday would be best as it will keep us fit for the feast later!
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BMCUW
Connaire 12 is planning to go up to Fatima as is a couple staying out in Estoril and probably they will go on the Wednesday though Connaire has talked about going up on Tuesday night as he arrives on the Monday.
I would love to come but during the course of Wednesday, I will be cooking yer dinners ………….
Legends
https://t.co/55RRJhyiqx
tweets coming through now
GERRYFAETHEBRIG on 15TH MAY 2017 10:54 AM
BMCUW 10.43am
All inclusive drinks / early entry ????
I could easily get a hunner quids worth :-)
for two seasons I had the padded seats,hospitality lounges,at Celtic Park.the season they opened.Really cant remember seeing the second half of any game those two seasons.A company of about 8.Got in as it opened,everybody getting a round in before KO,then drinks ordered for half time.Mrs TB had to drive down every week and pick me up,sozzled.A lot of the time,I could not tell her the full time score.
jc2 on 15th May 2017 11:06 am
It’s Eleanor Tomlinson; she Demelza in Poldark.
KTF
Anyone know why tweeting has been banned at the trial, surely a reason must have been given I mean it is meant to be a justice system after all, no ?
Withey says more than 80 people knew Whyte was using Ticketus money to pat the bank debt.
James Doleman @jamesdoleman · 6s
Withey says David Grier knew about the Ticketus deal, Findlay “are you saying he lied to a judge?”
KTF
It’s all coming out this morning:
James Doleman @jamesdoleman · 3m3 minutes ago
Withey adds that Duff and Phelps were also aware of Ticketus deal,
KTF
BMCUWP – re Fatima visit and other days being organised, what is organised for Friday?
HH
Coming over to Clydebank on Thursday for a few days.Will be in Glasgow on Saturday where I plan to have a few swallys.Would be delighted to meet anyone in town if they fancy a tipple for an hour or two.
Thanks Bhoys for your best wishes to Josh re his move to Brighton its much appreciated. Im gutted hes leaving Celtic but really happy for him.
VFR800 IS NOW A MONSTER
The only way our excellent result against the Sheepies could be considered “lesser” is in comparison to our Ghirls in Green who hammered Aberdeen 6-1
HH. COYGIG.