The challenge Efe Ambrose will face should he proposed move to Hibs go through will be considerably less taxing that what he faced in the Premiership, or in Europe, with Celtic. Efe will go down in folklore as another African Cup of Nations enigma.
He was part of the heroic story against Barcelona in November 2012, before heading to the African Cup of Nations two months later. That tournament would see the player achieve the peak of his continent’s football Kilimanjaro. He played right back for champions, Nigeria.
That was on the Sunday. By the Tuesday he had been flown across the globe and made the starting line-up for Celtic in their Champions League last 16 game against Juventus. Two minutes into the game Efe was caught underneath the ball and out of position, Juventus exploited the lapse to the full.
As far as Efe’s time at the top goes, that was that. Since then his form has been on a pronounced downwards trajectory. The thing is, he’s still only 28. There was a player of considerable value in there one. If someone can bring focus to him, there may be again.
A word on matters relating to illness and medical information of our heroes…………
Pretty much everyone knew of Billy McNeill’s condition for some time but thankfully, it wasn’t subject to online speculation. There are a few guidelines on health matters which are worth observing:
Health is a private matter and should not be discussed online unless and until the person or family decide otherwise.
While we feel close to our heroes and will naturally want to offer support at a time of need, serious illness is the most private of matters, it is wholly inappropriate for a former footballer to hear his condition is a matter of public knowledge.
A bereavement should only be ‘revealed’ online by someone acting on the explicit instructions of the family. The unofficial release of this type of news is a very regretful manifestation of the internet age.
In recent years, we have seen many occasions of older celebrities’ deaths being incorrectly reported, then retweeted and retold thousands of times before it is denied. For an ill person and their family this can be a horrific experience.
The world can do without our condolences for a couple of hours until the family concerned have been able to contact all members.
These guidelines are scrupulously followed by the mainstream media in Scotland, who will hear of a footballer’s bereavement but hold the news – and prepare their reaction – until the family are ready.
For former-Celtic players, the club will usually be in touch with the family and release the news at the appropriate time. If you want to express your condolences, prepare your thoughts but hold until an official announcement.
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Efe
Sorry to see the big fellow leave, our loss Hibs gain. He is a very decent guy and deserves the best.
On another topic, watched Leicester/ Liverpool last night. These Leicester players should be totally , utterly ashamed.
KINGLuBO
Hahaha Derek touting Barry for Sevco, “someone should pose the question or ask the question” please let this be true.
Dessybhoy
BFDJ and Bomber for job sharing DOF
MWD
There must be something on page 6 that I am not allowed to peruse, can access every other page but not six for some reason.
Anyways, that little twat Feruz, waster and ungrateful scum, everything that was done for the family they can GTF.
MOONBEAMSWD
Andy Cameron Press secretary:)))
KingLubo
“On another topic, watched Leicester/ Liverpool last night. These Leicester players should be totally , utterly ashamed.”
*****
Not according to the interim manager. He says it’s much ado about nothing.
MWD
That would surpass Barry.
Cricket score ?
:-)
BBC
Keeper crisis at Raith
Ayr United v Raith Rovers (19:45)
Posted at
6:32
Midfielder Ryan Stevenson starts as Raith Rovers’ goalkeeper tonight against Ayr.
The Kirkcaldy club have no fit keepers but the SPFL has rejected a request to postpone the Championship game.
These are very Strange Times.
I’m focused on the Removal of a Fit Pope.
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Something isn’t Right there?
BhoyJoe. Sports Club = Cricket Bat
Macjay
Just checked the odds. . . He’s only 6-1 to score the first goal!
Turkeybhoy-1:44pm could you not just have said your peace without the patronising last bit
4 non Blondes….
What is really Going on?
Whats Going on?
These Definitely are the End Times.
You can Like Trump or Hate him…. he will bring things to the Fore.
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I’ve always thought the Global Police State is the real Goal for HAL.
IBM are Useful, Ultimately USEless.
Yeshua, King of Jewish Kings.
Sin city bhoy/agree stick with the iPhone 6,it was nice to nearly meet you mate -:))
Any news on James Forrest’s scan results?
Third Rangers sponsored by Provident, bringing back the Good Old Days.))
dessybhoy on 28th February 2017 7:58 pm
Any news on James Forrest’s scan results?
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I’d Love to hear Great News.
Petec
Likewise, our wingers/wide men have took some hammerings this season.
The Gospel is Always well received. Amazing News.
BEATBHOY on 28TH FEBRUARY 2017 7:42 PM
Macjay
Just checked the odds. . . He’s only 6-1 to score the first goal !
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Heads they win…………….
Hamilton one up.
Come on Aberdeen! I am on a plane on the 12th and 19th during both games, let it be the following week
Think it’s a matter of time before a Dons equaliser Macjay.
TGSC,
Sailing On….
THE GOOD SHIP CELTICA on 28TH FEBRUARY 2017 8:19 PM
Think it’s a matter of time before a Dons equaliser Macjay.
TGSC,
Sailing On….
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You would expect so.
dessybhoy on 28th February 2017 8:03 pm
Petec
Likewise, our wingers/wide men have took some hammerings this season.
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It is Incredible that our players are subjected to the hateful play.
Jealousy?
or He’s a Tim?
When a Person is paid so much to play a Game that Everyone in Scotland (except the SNP) Loves, when a player does an attack on one other. Hate or Jealousy.
Hugh Keevins is a decent guy.
He is a Brave Guy cos he has taken Flak. He has been Truthful when he Didn’t need to be.
Hugh paid for His DAUGHTERS wedding.
Celtic are WINNING.
Stop being Haters.
I’d do Everything I could for Aidan.
That might not be a Lot… It would mean, I gave Everything for Him.
Petec
Sorry long time since I listened to any of HKs comments so I haven’t a clue if he is honest or not.Dont know him personally so I cannot say if he is a decent guy.
Can’t remember who asked the question about Bertie Padden,the referee, but he was indeed a member of the Ardrossan Garryowen CSC at one time. Funnily enough,if I am not mistaken he had the ‘right name’ for his part-time job as his forename was Barclay therefore a member of the two surname clique!!
Speaking of cliques.. in the days of St.Michael’s College (pre-academy) in Irvine in 1949 wee Mary Whiston was teaching maths so she could indeed have been ‘a hunner’ in last night’s clique era!!
How many points do sheep need to drop for us to win title v Sevco?
dessybhoy on 28th February 2017 8:32 pm
Petec
Sorry long time since I listened to any of HKs comments so I haven’t a clue if he is honest or not.Dont know him personally so I cannot say if he is a decent guy.
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seems to me he has been Ostracised by CELTIC.
The Truth Really Hurts.
PETEC
What truth did Hugh Keevins tell about Celtic that got him ostracised??
Real Betis wearing their Hoops on SS3 on the red button Ch403
HH
Ray Winstones etc
Correct!!!!!
Tallest Celtic player. Ian mcwilliams.
Im sure the big fella arrived at Celtic Park in his black hack..
Most would have banned others. Hugh was an Easy Banning.
Hugh, AFAIK, he isnae reliant on a paychecque anymore…… Good, I Want that for Every Person in this World.
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Reading back and noticed comments about our u20s losing last night. Some believe we should win because we have the pick of the age group.
Perhaps the reason is because the best of them are playing for the first team or out on loan.
Got the sheep game on the laptop while watching the telly. Hamilton would get football banned, how many teams don’t they park the bus against ?
Their fans must be a hardy breed ……
Hugh Kevins is to football writing what Mark McGhee is to football coaching but I’m sure they’ve both received the Good News and have no tattoos…