The world likes nothing more than an idiot to make us all feel better about ourselves. The World Cup has duly delivered. An otherwise intelligent, multi-lingual, footballer, has debased the game, and himself, despite twice before facing the world’s censure.
I feel for Italy, who should have seen an opponent sent off before they conceded the goal which put them out of the tournament, for Giorgio Chiellini, the victim of the assault, and manager Cesare Prendelli, who resigned after leading a large nation to failure in a group which Uruguay and Costa Rica progressed from. Few in our game are selfless enough to resign from any job, so he deserves credit, but the prevailing narrative on the offender sits uncomfortably.
Instead of asking “Why?” the most obvious question is “Why did anyone think he wouldn’t?”
A man loses control of his emotions, gets angry and reacts in an inexplicable way he has repeatedly done so before, despite calmly delivered assurances he would never do so again. It’s not exactly a unique human tale.
What if he was a wife beater, would anyone be surprised? Some men repeatedly lose control, get angry and indulge in an inexplicable act of violence against the person they are most dependent on (women have been known to regularly ‘lose it’ too, of course).
I don’t know what the treatment programme for wife beaters is, but I’m pretty sure it’s completely separate from any punishment. Does fear of punishment, condemnation, or of hurting yourself or your loved ones, matter the instant before an attack? I suspect not.
Suarez is not repeatedly beating a helpless victim, so I’m not equating him with those who do, but his case is more difficult to resolve. You can tell a wife beater not to get drunk (etc.), but Suarez’ trigger is the tension which arises on the football field. He will feel this tension again and we should expect him to react in the same uncontrollable way. In fact, opponents are now more likely to provoke him, so, if anything, the rate of incidence is likely to increase.
Like the bully who is not fit to be alone with his loved ones, Suarez is literally not fit to be on a football field. To protect him, and others, from himself, he should be removed from the game until that rage is under control. This may also rob him of his mojo, which is a very great pity.
The other narrative of the week is that the game should not only value people who lose control of their emotions but should put them in charge, as it takes anger to get results. Watch the adherents to this doctrine line up to condemn the logical conclusion of their strategy.
Dreadful news that David Taylor, one of our own, former SFA chief executive and latterly one of the top men at Uefa, died. Our condolences to his family.
I was delighted when Greece were awarded an injury time penalty when needing a goal against Ivory Coast but the trauma when Georgios picked up the ball! Things are still raw…. Fortunately Georgios is not prone to letting his emotions get out of check. The coolest man on the planet acted like he was training at Lennoxtown. So pleased for him.
Cast your memory back to the “Greek tragedy” goading the player received from ITV commentators during World Cup 2010, based on his limited exposure at Manchester City. They’ve all learned now.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Celtic Graves raffle, which was drawn by Celtic FC Foundation chief exec, Tony Hamilton. First name out of the Celtic carrier bag and winner of Scott Brown’s boot was Edward John Gavin Whyte. Second name out and winner of Virgil Van Dijk’s boot was Erin McCafferty.
Just over £1,000 was raised and half of this will go to the hospice who looked after Wee Oscar.
Visit the CQN Bookstore to get Tommy Gemmell to sign your personal copy of his book, All the Best.
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Traditionalist
Threat?
Woz that a Threat.. Ah detectied in the last Missive fae Ye?
Ah believe it wiz..
Man…
Whit is the Maitter wi ye?
So..
Ye canny win the argument…
So
Ye resort tae… the Nasty .. “Name Calliing”
N
Then..if that dissnae subdue yer opponent..
then..
Ye resort tae the Threat of Physical Punishment..
Man
Dae Ah hiv YOUR Numbah, awright!
Kojo
Still,Laughin
BB, are you at aberdour next week?
I think its a great move for the club to have a standing area giving people a choice. Young people particularly tend to favour standing in preference to sitting. Older people in their 50s or whatever prefer generally to sit. Choice is a great thing.
Irish partner clubs increasing in numberBy: Newsroom Staff on 25 Jun, 2014 16:05
CELTIC Soccer Academy is delighted to announce that they have added a further five partner clubs to their ever growing Club Partnership Programme in Ireland.
The new clubs are Passage AFC (Cork), Keadue Rovers (Donegal), Glenmuir (Dundalk), Ardcroney FC (Tipperary) and Temple Villa (Athlone), which gives the club a spread of partnerships all across the country, bringing the total number of partner clubs in Ireland to 16.
These partnerships allow the club the opportunity to re-connect with supporters in a very important market for Celtic, and to build mutually beneficial relationships for each party.
The long term partnerships will involve the sharing of club methodologies, coach education, coaching camps, and general best practice. The partner clubs will also embark on team tours to Celtic Park, and will spend some time with our coaches here.
Willie McNab, Celtic Soccer Academy Manager, said: “The latest additions to the Club Partnership Programme really highlight the great work which is currently going on in Ireland at the grassroots level.
“We firmly believe these clubs are the perfect fit for our club partnership programme and we are looking forward to working with them for a long time to come’’
For more information on our International Club Partnership programme click HERE or contact Willie McNab on wmcnab@celticfc.co.uk
WeeFra
Cheers mate, I was hoping for Barbie and dollies, instead it was Nike, Vans and Fred Perry :-)
delaneys,
Did I just see Papa Francis in with the Argie fans there?
AR
Kojo
Pal…Ah wiz eggin ye oan..
n
Sure ,Enuff..
Ye showed everybuddy that Ye ur wan o they…
NUMPTIES
A Ceiler Gonof Rust.
Looking for a caddy
OT67
Hello.
HT.
HI.
OT67
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Hamiltontim.
Do you fancy a day out at Musselburgh on Friday.Just been invited to Musselburgh by Paul Hollywood, he’s got a couple of horses that are running.
I’ve sent out a few help messages for a few tips for the day,Also sent a message to see if my lawyer friend fancies going,he’s pretty good at tipping..
OT67
I’ll get back to you but I think I’ll be busy with the weans on Friday. I’ll keep you posted. Thanks for the invite ya oul tart :-)
mighty tim supporting wee oscar.
Hope all went well with your sister today.
HT/DD,
A big happy birthday to the precious ones.
Bugger, 1st goalscorer Di Maria.
Still got Messi hatrick on
Old Tim
Do you need a caddy on the golf day?
1-1
Jeeso, 1-1 already, I’ve not even had time to open a can.
SFTB
Juve and a dead glasgow team had much in common when it came to influencing officials that is for sure
Condemn the action and not the man.
He is neither low life nor evil.
He is a man with a problem though and needs help with that.
He will be punished publicly, privately and personally.
Hope he gets the help he needs and turns things round.
Hope he publicly apologizes for his behavior as part of that recovery.
Hope his advisors encourage him to move away from denial soon.
Anger-Management CSC
AR
Just tuned into the fitba. On granda duties helping my daughter wi the birthday tea. :)
oldtim67
16:57 on 25 June, 2014
Are you going to Aberdour?
Keep the Faith!
Hail Hail!
dd,
Best wishes to your granddaughter and HT’s daughter on their birthdays today, enjoy Bhoys
Had a wee bet before tournament england not to qualify and nigeria to qualify!
I’ve noticed over the years that Messi seems entirely incapable of passing to his right.
OT
Quit exaggerating…only one horse. Live Dangerously in the 4:20. Due his first win!
oldtim67
16:46 on 25 June, 2014
A Ceiler Gonof Rust.
VG- No can’t make next week,pesky teachers on holiday……:)
Nice wee double Messi 3/1 ,Dzeko 9/2
paolosboots FC before PLC 17:20 on 25 June, 2014
Had a wee bet before tournament england not to qualify and nigeria to qualify!
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congrats, now tell us the rest of the bets you made
richie #teamoscarforever
17:22 on 25 June, 2014
4:20 when?
Keep the Faith!
Hail Hail!
Sipsini & AR
Thanks for the kind wishes bhoys.
Ger57, its not a caddy oldtim would need, its a gurny.
I thought you were playing next week?
Mon the big Efe, stay frosty. Would love the big man to score and give the world one of his gymnastic displays.
Ron bacardi germany to beat portugal, ivory coast to beat japan, holland to beat spain , italy to beat england and uruguay to beat england, hows that?
Sonsoferin…
Don’t know about you, but the majority of us can just sit and appreciate what the wee guy has brought to the game of football over last 8 years or so…..
No need for nit-picking
ACGR
I haven’t been told I’m playing. Tried to contact Taggsy, no reply. I just assumed I hadn’t made the cut.
Ger57.
Not playing golf,going for a wee visit though.
As for Celtic :
Team to start the season : 4,3,3
C.Gordon
Lustig. Ambrose. Van Dijk. Izzy.
Brown. Biton. Johansen
Forrest. Commons. Stokes
Thoughts?
RWE.
Well said.
The guy does need help,no one in their right mind would go about biting other people unless they are ill in the mind.