When Celtic make their trip to the ‘neat little town they call Belfast’ (I’ve been off radar recently, assume it’s still described thus) they will have no reason to believe they are ready for a game of football which could determine the success or failure of the coming season. Instead the players will share a degree of anxiousness.
Cliftonville rank about as low as is possible to get in European competition but they will be better than the Arbroath team which left Glasgow with a draw last season against a Celtic team who were motoring at the time.
We have some concerning history against the Irish. Celtic’s first ever Champions League qualifier was against St Patrick’s Athletic in 1998. The visitors left Celtic Park with a 0-0 draw before Celtic won 0-2 in Ireland. In the 1979-80 European Cup Dundalk gave us a fright. Celtic won the first leg 3-2, at home, but had to endure a nervous second half in Dundalk as the home side searched, in vain as it turned out, for the goal which would allow them to win the tie on away goals.
Anything less than 100% on Wednesday will see Celtic walk a tightrope………
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Can you get council telly in Spain?
Just some simple and not so accurate math
CPL. £20 mil
Wanyama £12.5 mil
Hooper £5 mil
That’s almost £40 mil brought in and with Van Dyck and Balde approx £5 mill gone out. So we’ve spent roughly 10% on new players? Without losing top talent, then this would be an acceptable amount to spend. Now that we have lost Vic and Hoops looking likely, then we better be looking to spend some decent money on decent talent.
twists n turns
10:38 on 17 July, 2013
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Bond Villains?
What do you get if you cross one of
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That’s right an odd feld
BT
Yes, if you don’t mind. cheers
Acgr from the early hours
Tis I, lurking furiously on the long commute.
Over 4 months here in adelaide now – took 3 months to get worrk which was scary.
Best thing is being able to walk around in Celtic gear with no hassles. Even managed to meet a fellow tim in a big store who was a couple of years sbove me at school.
Downside is CL kickoff times. 4am is no good to me. Need to get a petition to UEFA and get that sorted. Friday lunchtime would be perfect so I can watch in the pub.
Haven’t been able to listen to many of the folk tunes since getting here as it makes me too sad.
No, I was never slim shady.
S
Quelle surprise, it didn’t work. Well back to the training field.
Hangs head in shame and goes off oot?
Glasstwothirdsfull
Cheers.
kikinthenakas
I will indeed, a very good friend is Joe. Served me one or two pints over the years:) A great barman, don’t say I said that!
Talking to my local Celtic-friendly bar owner this morning.
Was inquiring of developments in Belfast – revolting peasants and all that.
Showed him the photo of the flying horizontal orc who had been blasted by the water canon.
After he had stopped pissing himself laughing and had wiped away the tears he opined that a night in the cells and a good ‘doing’ would do(!) him the world of good.
He also thinks it is ridiculous that Celtic should be made to play 3 qualifying rounds.
He said -“It’s that c*** Platini!”
He’s a Milan fan and hates anything and anyone who has a connection to Juventus.
HH!!
UC
Sent text to P67..
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The Georgious Samaras Story..Part 1888..”Its The Final Contract..Doo Doo Doo Doo..Doo Doo Doo Doo..It’s The Final……………..”
Georgios Samaras Happy to Sign New Celtic Contract
Celtic striker Georgios Samaras wishes to undergo talks with the Scottish champions, as the Greek international tells reporters “I’d never say no to a new contract” according to Sky Sports.
The ex-Manchester City forward joined the Hoops back in 2008 (initially on loan) and since then he has managed 63 goals in his 218 appearances for the club. With their star striker Gary Hooper poised to leave the club, it seems unlikely that Celtic would want to let the 28 year-old leave any time soon.
Samaras only has one year remaining at his current contract with the Glasgow based club, which is why he is desperate for crunch talks.
“I enjoy my football here, I’m at a club where I feel well,” the Greek star told reporters.
“It was important to me to find an environment where I feel good because I’m away from my country [Greece], my family and friends. I need an environment that suits me and here I am. I’m not surprised how long I’ve been here. I always felt I’d be here a long time. I feel great at this club and that means everything to a footballer.”
The 28 year-old’s relationship with long-term serving manager Neil Lennon is also part of the reason he wishes to stay at Celtic Park for years to come.
“I have a great relationship with the manager and, if he wants me, I want him as well. I’m still young at 28 and I can see myself here for a few more years,” Georgios claimed.
Summa
Read and Weep Deserters..
UC
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Yorkbhoy
No 14. Don’t mention signing players or mentioning weakness during a transfer window
Paul will soon write a new header or send in his bhoys to say spending money is anti Celtic
Must keep peters bonus on track :))))
belgian media mentioning a guy possibly going to Standard Liege – could surely be a replacement for Wanyama?
Nir Biton – a 21 year old 6’5” defensive midfielder, who has already a few full caps for Israel. Plays for FC Ashdod, Ambrose’s old club. I don’t know the player, but did a bit of research. he is 2 footed, with a good shot on him, and is absolutely massive. Additionally, he played a couple of games as a trialist for Man City last pre-season but they didn’t take things further. Like Wanyama, the guy has ‘epl’ written all over him. am sure he could be sold on for a very good profit. Man City normally know what it takes to be a top player, and they obviously spotted something. Belgian press has olympiacos also sniffing about. Surely our isareli/ashdod connection could swing a move towards Celtic? Wondered if anyone else knows the player? Seriously looks the real deal.
Shady. Where aboots in Adelaide are you. When I 1st moved to oz spent a bit of time there
Summa of Sammi….
Hail Hail The Samster!!
Tonights Key Player..
Captured
His bhoy Joe came and stayed with me on his hols last tear with my bhoy, we went to Hibs v us and managed a tour of Paradise and managed to meet the players and Lenny….great day…1-2 hoops tonight, enjoy the game…..here in Lanzarote…..warm way down south…
Kikinthenakas
Before I hit the town, if anyone needs to recognise me.
Here’s a picture of me with the band REM. That’s me in the corner.
That ones for you Gavo!
Sydneytim
I’m in Brighton. 5 minute walk to the beach.
S
ST, Oglach, Niallo
Additions added, will repost before the first league match
Never thought id say it (its belfast like!) but the heat cud be a factor tonight cliftonville cud tire late on and we must also br sensible in possession
B-)
Few thoughts on twitter after SFA sweep CG and CW links aside.
@paullarkin74 Liquidation, Euro Licence, 5 years of not declaring payments to SFA … we accept, we say nothing. IMO, we are just as bad.
kikinthenakas
Yes he spoke about that trip!! He really enjoyed it, will definitely say hello later. Enjoy the rest of your hols!!
Shady. Brighton. Is that near glenelg? I remember when I was there in 2006 it was the squaters arm that the celtic club was in. A guy from coatbridge owned it called alex and there was a big sign outside saying celtic park. And full of celtic stuff inside
Heard he sold it a few years ago. Don’t know where hoops go now. Maybe that 24 hotel in the city that I can’t remember it’s name Adelaide was a bit quiet for me
luxcelt
11:06 on 17 July, 2013
belgian media mentioning a guy possibly going to Standard Liege – could surely be a replacement for Wanyama?
Nir Biton – a 21 year old 6’5” defensive midfielder, who has already a few full caps for Israel. Plays for FC Ashdod, Ambrose’s old club. I don’t know the player, but did a bit of research. he is 2 footed, with a good shot on him, and is absolutely massive. Additionally, he played a couple of games as a trialist for Man City last pre-season but they didn’t take things further. Like Wanyama, the guy has ‘epl’ written all over him. am sure he could be sold on for a very good profit. Man City normally know what it takes to be a top player, and they obviously spotted something. Belgian press has olympiacos also sniffing about. Surely our isareli/ashdod connection could swing a move towards Celtic? Wondered if anyone else knows the player? Seriously looks the real deal.
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Sounds like a prospect
Worth sending lennon a few tweets.
Few thoughts on twitter after SFA sweep CG and CW links aside.
@paullarkin74 Liquidation, Euro Licence, 5 years of not declaring payments to SFA … we accept, we say nothing. IMO, we are just as bad.
This is the final straw for me.I will cheer our teams in Europe.Scottish domestic fitba and the national team can GTF.Where’s my Ajax scarf?
It does indeed, we need to move out of Scotland to another league.
125 years of “paranoia” succinctly confirmed.
You are a business.One of your customers provides ~80% of your turnover.You make life as difficult as possible for customer.Only in Scotland
Widgery, Hutton … Pinsett Masons and the SFA…Come on down !!
@ScottishFA For all your corruption,this is something you cant whitewash!! http://t.co/9MV6zNyfwn
@celticfc as of today I will be cancelling my DD for my season ticket an will no longer attend corrupt football league HH
No further investigation says SFA “On the basis of the evidence they have seen from the Pinsent Mason findings” Corrupt to the core
I’m becoming increasingly more angry every day at my own club and it’s silence over the corruption
Celtic are harder on our own fans who stand at a game than we are on clubs who cheat us out of millions. Incredible.
Celtic FC says “ cheat us all you want, but don’t f****** dare do it while standing up out of your f****** seat”
If I wasn’t taking 2 excited teens to this weekends Celtic game I would of not f****** bothered after hearing this news. Celtic disgust me.
The SFA deciding not to investigate the CG and CW any further….sickening
Once again Celtic FC bend over and spread their ass cheeks for the SFA, and we all pay for the privilege too.
I’m actually relieved knowing the Brentford game this weekend will be my last ever Celtic game until the corruption is killed off 100%.
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shady
11:09 on
17 July, 2013
Sydneytim
I’m in Brighton. 5 minute walk to the beach.
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I’m in Brighton 5 Minute walk to the Beach..
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In Melbourne..:-)
Summa of BrightonBhoysOfOzCSC
Choons and fitba .
Steaua Bucharest supporting courier man has delivered this month’s CDRs — he couldn’t resist a –” see Cluj stuffed your lot —— Steaua are way better than that lot ” .
Bag of choons includes these ——–
Scared To Get Happy [ Various Artists ]
A wee 5 CD compilation of C86 style jangle pop. Looking forward to giving them a twirl —-Swell Maps are on it as well as the fab 45 from Fantastic Something – ” If She Doesn’t Smile [ It’ll Rain “]..
Scorchio -way down south.
If Turnbull Hutton can say Scpttish Football is corrupt then why can’t we come out ?
Scpttish = Scottish
Bom dia.
Bit of a longshot this one – Working in Germany this week. Anybody know of a decent place which might show the night’s game in Leipzig?
Twitter.
to put this latest SFA debacle into some perspective. They charged our manager for “swearing”
Rio. Jump on train to Dresden. One hour away. Call fiddlers green or shamrock bar. They will have game on with dresden CSC
Rioskorre.
Did you receive anything from maleys bhoys seeking info on brazilian football?
LuxCelt @ 11 06 .
Nir Biton
For what it’s worth ..
Saw him play v Italy in the recent UEFA Euro Under 21s .
Italy humped a – if it moves ,kick it , Israel 4-0 .
Insigne and Gabbiadini rang rings round Biton.. They made him look like a big lump of wood
goldstar10,
How was the Andre Rieu “do”?
yorkbhoy.
You pretty well summed up CQN. I see the begrudgers are already threatening to punish Celtic financially because the SFA give thon deid team a wee breather.
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SydneyTim
11:15 on
17 July, 2013
Adelaide was a bit quiet for me.
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When Ole SydneyTim was in Adelaide he used to Post on ACQN (Adelaide City Quiet News)..as AdelaideTim..
Demanding the Mayor of Adelaide to bring Heavy Metal Bands to the City..
Where Adelaide’s loss in Sydney’s gain..
CQN is thankful SydneyTim Never moved to Grimsby..
Summa of GrimTimCSC
The deafening silence, the ‘never interrupt your enemies’ etc…it is fairly obvious now (to me) that Celtic and the other clubs are happy with Rangers being facilitated back to the top.
Whether, it’s all about the money or whether it’s because the same type of corrupt masonic types may also exist at Parkhead and elsewhere, I don’t know. Either way, it’s a disgrace and an affront to football fans.
You simply cannot have the governing body behaving in such a way and all the stakeholders condoning it.