Willie Maley’s 1917 62-game unbeaten run in domestic football (or just football, as it was back then) was matched against Kilmarnock, but as Rangers fans found out in 1998, you should never assume that just because you can match a record, you can beat it.
Tomorrow Celtic’s shot at history goes on the line at McDiarmid Park against St Johnstone, where we last lost a domestic game, back in May 2016. St Johnstone have already relieved Celtic of a couple of points this season, and will have no fears of what they face in tomorrow’s early kick off.
For Brendan Rodgers, the challenge will be to peak energy levels after an emotionally and physically draining evening against Bayern Munich on Tuesday. His players are Celtic, not Robotic, and he will know there is a very real chance of a reversal, if we are anything less than 100% prepared.
History is yours for the taking, Celtic. Bring the glory home from Perth.
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Good Morning All.
I have had a look at the Sevco accounts and they don’t make for edifying reading if you are a shareholder.
Annual loss of around £7M
Sums due to shareholders/directors circa £16M
and so on.
However, it is not so much the figures but the underlying story which jumps out at you.
They paid £3m to Mike Ashley to go away. Now, they probably won’t have to pay that sum next year so it is a one-off, but if they have to the Magic Hat, Pedro and various others will one-off payments really be any less?
Also, at the time, the Ashley golden handshake was spun as a good deal and costing virtually nothing, with promises of increased revenues in the future from kit sales. Hmm don’t see it.
Also, if John James is correct and Pedro brought in Qatari cash to buy players, is this a debt to be repaid in which case true borrowings are around £7m -£8m more than stated in these accounts — though a word of warning on that later.
Also, I am told the directors have no more money to put in, yet the current wage bill is huge, way beyond their means and can’t be sustained. So how are:
1. Current contracts to be funded?
2. Pedro and Magic Hat settlements to be funded?
3. Urgent repairs to be funded.
4. A new manager to be funded?
5. New players to be funded?
6. Any progressive new commercial contracts to be funded?
If, as has been suggested elsewhere, Admin for Sevco has seriously been considered, will this be a first insolvency event for a new club or a second insolvency event for the same club?
If we are talking about the same club, then do the SFA and/or the SPFL have provision for one club having two insolvency events running at the same time because the Liquidation of the old Co is still ongoing?
Then there is the takeover panel ruling. The conclusion of that hearing and its consequences may just render future accounts for this company as an irrelevance and of course waiting in the wings is the irrepressible Craig Whyte who maintains he has a floating charge over all assets.
Jings this is a mess which is why the legal bills for the Old Co are so horrific – Lawyers love mess!
But, if it is true that someone in Qatar has actually lent them millions, then what happens in the event of that loan defaulting?
Could the Qatari’s just grab the club itself (however club is defined this week) with the result that The Rangers have Arab writing on their strips, King & Co are shown the door, an insolvency event sees a true purging of the existing liabilities, and ownership is passed to a foreign body with serious money?
Have Rangers, de facto, already been sold to someone else in all but name?
Good morning CQN from a breezy and damp East Devon.
Let’s pump the hammer throwers from Perth today Celtic.
YNWA.
Morning Tims on this record breaking day ( fingers crossed).
None of this holding out for a draw cwap, lets do it the Celtic way in style.
Cant make it today so its the T.V. for me, to all the fans going enjoy it it’s been over 100 yrs since it was done.
Do us proud and do it loud.
H.H
Todays game live on Sky. It’ll be interesting to see if they turn down the microphones when the whistle blows for the minutes political statement. They’re quick enough to turn the crowd noise down when their production team think they’re listening to something which might offend those looking to be offended.
I think we all know how they’ll react today.
I’d like to see our fans do a ‘you’ll never walk alone” style raising of scarves, silently of course, interspersed with a liberal sprinkling of flags of any nation they care to display. Who could be offended by that ?
Re BBC.
In their preview of the St J game, they say that Celtic ` have gone two games without a win`. They omit that one of those games was against Bayern . Do the all suffer from ulcers at that institution?
Cheerio for now. Golf.
JJ
` they` not `the`.
up very early, couldnt sleep, and not having the time to browse cqn for a few days, i decided to read back. no ads on my pc, so its the best way to really digest whats being said.
and with that, cqn was back to its best with the multi layered topics this last 24 hrs, well done all .
happy birthdays to brth and bt.
its the record but, for once its picking out the right things. thems need money in november. where is it coming from. if you did business with them, would you not look at those accounts and decline the next contract given a previous company/club insolvency event, seriously.
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Rangers losses leave club relying on interest-free loans from shareholders
Losses at the Ibrox club have more than doubled to £6.7 million, the latest accounts show.
Gavin McCafferty
Rangers made a £6.7million net loss last season and are relying on chairman Dave King securing the release of a similar amount of money to allay fears over their ability to continue as a going concern.
The losses – revealed in the Rangers International Football Club plc annual accounts – are double that of the previous campaign, when the club were in the Ladbrokes Championship.
Season ticket sales increased and non-ticket revenues were up by 55 per cent but operating expenses increased by almost £8million to £32.9million.
The accounts – for the year ending June 30, 2017 – revealed Rangers had outstanding interest-free loans totalling £15.9million from investors. Recent loans include money received from King’s New Oasis Asset Limited group, which is the biggest shareholder in the club.
The report, which was released after 8pm on Friday night, added: “At the time of preparation, the forecasts identified that the group would require a minimum of £4.0m additional funding by the end of season 2017/18 in order to meet its liabilities as they fall due. The first tranche of funding is required in November 2017.
“Further funding amounting to £3.2m is forecast to be required during the 2018/19 season.
“However, the final amount is dependent on future football performance and European football participation amongst other factors. The board have discussed the club’s forecast cash shortfall and have reached an agreement with New Oasis Asset Limited whereby they will provide additional loan facilities as necessary to meet the above requirements.
“Further to this, New Oasis Asset Limited and certain investors have agreed to extend their existing loan facilities to July 2019.
“The board is satisfied that those parties will continue to provide financial support to the group and have satisfied themselves as to the validity of the undertakings.
“The board acknowledge that had these assurances not been secured then a material uncertainty would exist which may cast doubt over the groups’ ability to continue as a going concern and therefore its ability to realise its assets and discharge its liabilities in the normal course of business.
“With the appropriate assurances obtained and the continued support of the investors, the board believe that such uncertainty has been removed.”
King’s lawyer was last month quoted as describing the South Africa-based businessman as “penniless” in the Court of Session, claiming that he did not have control over the finances of New Oasis.
King is awaiting a judgement after the Takeover Panel instigated action claiming that he acted in concert with other shareholders to assume control in March 2016. A judge could rule that King has to lodge offers for the rest of the club’s shares.
As I type, hun bloggers and the media Muppets are typing their mock outrage at the goings on in Perth this coming afternoon, all waiting for the first cough to hit send.
We will be hung for a cough, a couple of guys arriving late in fine voice, or for fellow Celtic fans shouting down those that knew f’all about it.
You know it, I know it and every morally offended tax dodging hun knows it.
Clap and be done with it.
H.H
Good morning -wet down here but forecast to improve.
I see the BBC Scotland website has a full analysis of newco accounts — not
Maybe someone should send mcinnes a copy
COYBIG
Hunderbirds
“Don’t do the huns dirty work for them.”
Good advice to all Tims.
HH.
Good morning, friends.
No more sleeps.
Nice morning for ParkRun #195.
Must run…. ;-)
The minutes silence is not observed they hate us, the minutes silence is impeccably observed they still hate us and make up a story about someone coughing during it.
BRTH
The 3m to pay off SD was for unsold stock I believe. They still have a retail deal with them. My guess is that the Qatari stuff is nonsense. If true why would existing directors continue to provide loan facilities. New Oasis have committed to at least £7.2m of funding over the next two years. If a company controlled by King is providing that level of funding then something more sinister is at play. I would guess some form of laundering.
During the original Invincibles 62 game unbeaten run in 1916 Celtic won two matches on the same day. Hh
Good morning bhoys and ghirls. What a lovely day to watch the Hoops create history. God willing.
This has probably been mentioned but I’m running out of time to read back – any advice regarding road works on the trip to Perth today? Would hate to miss the minute’ silence
;-))))))))))))
HH
During WW1 recruitment drives were held at football matches and on one occasion an exhibition of trench warfare was reportedly held at Celtic Park. Hh
My pathetic attempt at second guessing Brendan ( again).
4231
Cragie G.
Mick
Dedryck
Nir
Wee KT
Streach n Broonie
Jamsie
CalMac
Sinky
Moussa.
No messing about, go for it from the start and keep the ref out of it.
4 v 1 to the Roycastle.csc.
Streach Moussa double and Jamsie.
H.H
Celtic are currently 41 domestic home games unbeaten.
We have just received an award for the best fans, now let’s enhance it.
The best fans are tolerant and respectful of others opinions , even if they don’t necessarily agree with them.
The best fans will not make some fans and their club / team feel embarrassed .
The best fans will always put the reputation of the club at the forefront of their thinking.
On a slightly different topic : If some of the best fans want to wear a poppy, then that should be an individual choice. They should not be castigated by ” uber” fans in the same way that there should be no compulsion to ever wear a Poppy. There is no debate it’s that simple.
Many have died ( including relatives and many Celtic players) to give us this choice. Democracy is never easy and we should be vigilant at attempts to undermine it from whatever angle .
Anyway COYBIG. History awaits.
Peter Johnstone made 211 appearances for Celtic during which time he won 4 league championships and 3 Scottish cups. He enlisted in 1916 and during training in England he travelled overnight back to Glasgow to help his team mates defeat Rangers in a Glasgow cup tie. Peter died at the Battle of Arras in France in May 1917 aged 29. Hh
Sad to see that on this potential record breaking day that 11 yes 11 have went for the Zombies to win. :-):-)
LIKE NO OTHER on 4TH NOVEMBER 2017 9:08 AM
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Before you reach the Broxden roundabout on the A9, there is a long straight on the motorway just before you hit Perth. Halfway down that straight there is a junction on the left hand side and a few cottages. Come off the A9 there and that road will take you to the A85. It takes about 5mins to the A85, you can’t go any further, when you reach the A85 turn right. It’s a couple of miles to the stadium from there, you can’t miss it.
50 shades
That won’t be far away. We might go with the same formation as Aberdeen away, which would accommodate Rogic and McGregor with Sinclair dropping out.
special day, hope Tommy Burns is looking down on us
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41869400
I’d love to understand accounting because ghod knows what state the ‘accounts’ are in and what they are hiding
Art of War/GordyBhoy64,
Great news ghuys, hope the recovery is good.
HzH
just cause its funny,
alex rae could have spent his EBT on an education.
Tom English Annihilates Alex Rae’s Strong Sevco Nonsense
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqF93jYCTng
on the day our bhoys deliver a mind boggling 63 undefeated domestic record
Please don’t let the msm have any negative stories to write
Have a great recording breaking day bhoys and ghirls
HH
saint stivs – well done english – completely caught him on the ‘need’ and ‘who gives a %^&* about sevco’
I am was hoping someone could recommend a pub in Belfast to watch the game in? I am staying in the Catherdral quarter and was hoping to see the game but do not know the city at all. Thanks hail hail the record breakers
THETIMREAPER on 4TH NOVEMBER 2017 9:18 AM
LIKE NO OTHER on 4TH NOVEMBER 2017 9:08 AM
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Before you reach the Broxden roundabout on the A9, there is a long straight on the motorway just before you hit Perth. Halfway down that straight there is a junction on the left hand side and a few cottages. Come off the A9 there and that road will take you to the A85. It takes about 5mins to the A85, you can’t go any further, when you reach the A85 turn right. It’s a couple of miles to the stadium from there, you can’t miss it.
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Brilliant – thanks a million
HH.
GREENPINATA on 4TH NOVEMBER 2017 9:16 AM
We have just received an award for the best fans, now let’s enhance it.
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Enhance it in whose eyes?
In this country of Scotland,many people,lost there life’s in 2 Wars,this debate about not wearing or having one on your lapel,is just not on with me,over the years I have worn one,and in memory of my Father, Grandfathers,in law’s,etc,and will continue to do so,It’s the young one’s who in our support,need to remember that they are Scottish,and not Irishmen.
BROGAN ROGAN TREVINO AND HOGAN on 4TH NOVEMBER 2017 6:40 AM
They mention in the notes that any transfer fees will have to be paid for by income from player sales. Net zero
JIMBOB on 4TH NOVEMBER 2017 9:46 AM
When was the remembrance day minute’s silence introduced to football games?
It wasn’t always there.
Will you be going to a proper, dedicated remembrance day ceremony? Or are you not that bothered?
CABERFEIGH
I’m sure we watched game in ‘cosgroves’ castle st/corner of king st across from Ibis.
Hopefully someone will back me up. hh
Aff oot……….To see The Famous Glasgow Celtic……….
I’ll probably have a “wee” Swally….?
COYBIG
Hope every Celtic Bhoy and Ghirl has happiness in their hearts.
God Bless Timland….God Bless the “Auld Leather Belts”
Hail Hail.