Can we purge all negative overtones today, make sure we start tomorrow with a clean sheet? Injuries and suspensions are part of the game, we accept them and plan how to win important games.
Celtic are at their best when they are up against it, when everyone knows that nothing short of a herculean effort is required. This is the case tomorrow. The requirement is straightforward enough: win your personal battle, inhibit one of the best teams we will play this season, take control of midfield and find spaces in the Ajax defence to exploit.
We have more than enough players bursting to set about this task.
Ajax had a taxing game on Saturday, scoring late to secure a draw away to top of the table Twente. Although fourth, they are one of six teams no more than two points off the pace in what is currently one of Europe’s tightest leagues, but there is a fragility about Ajax.
The game against Twente was their first away match after a run of four home games, three of which were won comfortably, while they were denied a win against Milan by a ridiculous penalty in added time. Their away form, however, has been less than impressive; they are still waiting for their first win away from the Amsterdam ArenA this season. As a result, they travel to Celtic Park with the same trepidation they travelled to Groningen, Heerenveen, Twente, AZ, Barca and PSV, a series of games which returned three draws and three defeats.
Dutch media have also been reminding them of a quirky record to maintain. While Celtic eliminated Ajax the last twice the teams met in European Cup/Champions League duty, the Dutch avoided defeat on both games at Celtic Park. For us, this is a meaningless fact, but it is an added burden of expectation on Ajax.
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BGFC- only one team left in top leagues with 100% record- Roma, with Francesco Totti still going strong at the age of 37.
Over 580 league appearances for Roma, he’s a throwback to the days of the ‘one club’ player, the Paul McStay of Serie A.
I know he’s sometimes failed to deliver the goods at international level butI’d love him to win the Scudeto again.
‘The Podium?’
Shaken, not stirred.
Watchec the CP Fulham game and Fulhams 1st goal is a stunner.
Good night all
Hutchybhoy
send Paul an Email someone will post it for you as I dont have it handy
‘The ole Dick Byrne’
No tire kickers.
Weefra-If The Flounce fits…..:) HH
!!Bada Bing!!
I see the chin got his P45
MysticMeg
Paul67
Sorry, schoolboy error and posted my mobile number could you delete my post please? HH
Good night all. Sleep tight and hope to bump into some of you tomorrow afternoon / evening. If I ever find out where everyone is… ;-)
The ‘Ole Burns Howff. A cloudy old number ..
CQN I.D………..Piece of silver duct tape with your monicker on it…….stuck on your top.
Easy!……:)
Hutchybhoy
celticquicknews@gmail.com
Bada
You wear it……. Hehe :)) That will not work. A canny work out all the codes on here. Like CAPITALS instead of words. Sooo…. Until I can I will lurk and post my usual, once a day moan, so till then, see ya. Going to the game tomorrow night with ma new club, sooo looking forward to it. Take care. :)))
Weefra HH supporting Wee Oscar.
Dontbrattbakkinanger.
The ultimate CQN cocktail.
I bottle of good red wine.
3 glasses of Brandy.
Glass of orange juice.
I pint of Lemonade.
2 oranges 1/4 tered
cup of crushed ice.
Pour everything into a two litre jug,drink at your leisure.should last for two days.
SOAL-They must have found a large wad behind the sofa.I think they would have bagged him last year if they had the money.Maybe too nice to be a manager.
oldtim- is that you back on the ole wagon?
Kojo.
Whit wull be Neil’s Selection for the Morro?
That’s a Point tae Ponder.
Fur…
It’s a Cinch that he canny go wi’ the Same Team Selection as he did
agin the Hibs.
>>>>>>>>
Maybe a ref and linesman that went to specksaveres.
To be honest, the injuries have taken their toll.
I would play stokes in commons’s role with balde up front.
Sammy left wing and forrest on the right with no tinkering.
Defence the same unless lustic is fit.
Midfield…obviously Brown being out is a worry.
I’ll hang my hat on that one.
My team & line up for tomorrow
Fraser
Mikel Virgil, Efe, Izzy
Beram , Chico,
Pukki , Stokesy Jamesy
Sammy
It is a flat back four , with two sitting midfielders , a forward three , and one upfront, which if we have to defend becomes a 4411, ( similar to our Barca tactics)
If we can get a lead, and want to hold it, I would bring on Joe L and Amido, to break up any rhythm in the game.
The only other consideration is if Adam makes a miraculous recovery :-)
The Comfy Armchair.Think Quentin Crisp holding a bottle of Peroni….
Will definitely have at least 1 spare for tomorrow night. Padded seats with access to lounges for pre-post match refreshment. Face value £100 will happily offer to good home sensible offer.
Will definitely have at least 1 spare for tomorrow night. Padded seats with access to lounges for pre-post match refreshment. Face value £100 will happily offer to good home for sensible offer.
!!Bada Bing!!
Aye
The Catwalk awaits
DBBIA.
I think I’ll get the bhoys to order a couple of those to drink with the meal tomorrow.I made one of those drinks after the Barcelona game last year,Tiny Tim introduced me to them last year.
I think mine was better,and it grew stronger in the fridge.fermentation started almost immediately.
Noelbhoy/ Hutchybhoy
Ticket still going ?
Yes , email noelbhoy67@hotmail.co.uk
The Gazebo
ClashCityBhoy
Same for me with Joe L instead of Pukki.
Or Balde on at start and no Beram and we go more direct.
Sipsini
Hiya Pally?
Pleased tae greet ye..
Ah like ye suggestions.
Ah wid go wi them, masel..
Fur Broonie.. Ah wid add… Bitel.
Kid, has Experience… or.. If Neil, really wanted tae tak a Flyer..
He could Use.. Young Fisher, fur Broonie
Ah wid Like… Amido tae be gien a Shot..
But.. Knowing Nei.. that wid be a Stretch.
Like Ah hiv already noted..
Neil, Hiz a Problem..
Howevahhhhhhh..
Ah luv a Problem.
Fur a Problem represents a Challenge.
And..
‘
Wit Wid Life Be..
Withoot .. The Odd Challenge or Two?
Mair Pleasant?
Aye.. And that tae.
Kojo
Still,Laughin’.
OK Bhoys, corkcelt is not getting any younger and needs a few hours kip before begining his pilgrimage. Hopefully get to meet at least one new CQN’er tomorrow. God Bless All. God Bless Celtic. Hail Hail
before I go was discussing who was behind Blue pitch holdings and Margarita in the sevco omnishambles with my mate tonight both thinking that our hero is in there somewhere.
However given that the SFAsaid (I know I know) that CWhyte is not involved in anyway
I give you his Da, was it Thomas Whyte?
and did CW not sign over the floating charge to him waaaaaay back?
Keeps the SFA right and keeps our hero behind the curtain.
We got bored when Fulham went 4-1 up and started talking and laughing about them again.
good night this time
Petec hope you are well sir not seen you post since Fri night.
When you’re at work tomorrow, remember no shouting, keep speaking to a minimum, you’re going to need to be in fine voice tomorrow.
One sleep.
Burnley 78,
I wouldn’t start Joe L.
My reasoning is his recent injury means he is not likely to last any more than 65 / 70 minutes.
If you add on that neither Mikel or Jamesy are likely to last much more than 65 /70, then we could run a risk of playing with 10 men if someone else picked up a knock.
morrisey the 23rd
21:53 on 21 October, 2013Hearing Ajax fans are causing trouble in Glasgow tonight. Be careful.
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Been out working tonight and have not seen a bit of bother anywhere. I dont know who they would be fighting with, as the streets are empty due to the weather!
(Apart from Ajax fans!)
HH
Been mworkin
The Double Christina.
Doc.
They don’t talk anymore ;-)
Sipsini:-)
That will save your vocal chords for tomorrow.
DJBEE
If ur out there.
Give David & Big Phil a shout if you make the K K club tomorrow night. Tell them the Karaoke whisky sippin Kid from the Brig sent you.
Ps Dont try keep up with them wae the lager btw.
Gotta Scram..Sam
Seeya.
Kojo
Still,Laughin’
Ajax fuds causing mayhem in central station..balaclvas on smashin boots n whsmiths..then 30 cops arrive when its too late..not a kettle in sight!
http://blogs.channel4.com/alex-thomsons-view/bloody-sunday-justice-time-limit/6362