Should Lionel Messi’s illness, which kept him out of Saturday’s clash with Malaga, prevent him boarding a plane to Glasgow tomorrow, Brendan Rodgers will take some grain of comfort. The Argentine was the principle actor in the destruction of Celtic at the Camp Nou two months ago.
Since then Celtic have more than earned the Champions League credit which has come their way. Meritocratic draws against Manchester City and Borussia Monchengladbach have given the club two points more than some observers predicted for them when the group stage was drawn in August.
Without Messi, Barcelona remain a potent force, but arguably the greatest player to ever kick a ball changes the dimension of the challenge enormously. While it’s likely a few days rest would be enough for Messi to push himself, if necessary, manager Luis Enrique may be inclined not to take chances with his star asset ahead of a huge week for the Catalans.
After Celtic they are away to Real Sociedad, who are only four points behind in La Liga, while the following weekend they have the chance to close the four point gap at the top when Real Madrid visit.
So if you meet Luis around town this week, tell him he’d be better to rest Leo for the important La Liga clashes.
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Natknow
Where in murcia??
HH
Is the Griffalo out for Wednesday?
Where are the Bhoys havin’ their Hoot on the 3rd?
Is it the BV?
Bada Bing.
Almost certainly.
Brendan said unlikely and would be aiming to be fit for cup final.
PHILBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:14 PM
NATKNOW
The waitress who served us said that they’d got over some “teething problems” initially but didn’t specify what they were!
Does Norovirus have an incubation period?
We are all well………so far!
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Not sure dude but according to the reports it was over a week ago. you should be all right by now :
http://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/our-region/edinburgh/city-centre/norovirus-fears-after-diners-fall-ill-at-edinburgh-wahaca-1-4287646
But if we don;t see you posting for a few days….! :-)
HUNDERBIRDS ARE GONE on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:14 PM
NATKNOW
I saw that, but it wouldn’t put me off. Addicted to the place.
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Me too! My other half used to drag us in every time we were in London. Good they have a place here now – provided the teething issues are resolved! :-)
CHAIRBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:12 PM
Yeah still got mine as well, green one of course…:)
Ian was the older of the two Hays, good mates of mine when they came to St. Margaret’s. John Hamill is a cousin of mine. Big Peter also a good friend but not seen him for awhile.
I used to visit the College frequently on a Saturday when Father Bernachi (spl) was Rector. I was destined or not as the long term turned out for the Diocesan road as I took a different path in life. The reason I was destined for Diocesan was due to me having cerebral palsy.
I remember Big Doc, related to someone I know.
Also knew Frank Connor your GK, he too came to St. Margaret’s, his Sister was in my Class.
Small world indeed…:)
Keep the Faith!
LMCBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:18 PM
Natknow
Where in murcia??
HH
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Santo Angel. Southside! Handy for the bypass :-)
NATKNOW
My wife and I had the Mexican Feast.
It was brill!
NK
Enjoy.
Go a lot and just wondered,
HH
JNP- It shows we are short of a 3rd striker, Ciftci not worthy of consideration, i think Christie may be only other option up front HH
PHILBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:28 PM
NATKNOW
My wife and I had the Mexican Feast.
It was brill!
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I really fancied that, but there were 4 of us there including 2 x teenagers – it became a complex set of permutations that never got resolved! Had a great meal then headed for the Jazz Bar in Chamber Street for some great live music before sending the teenagers home on the bus as me and the missus retired to the Batcave. Was a good night!
LMCBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:29 PM
NK
Enjoy.
Go a lot and just wondered,
HH
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Looking forward to it. We tend to visit each other once year and take turns about. I’m in Edinburgh and my mates bhoys love coming here for the history and the weather!!
Nk
Had to read that twice!! Weather that’s probably murcia not Edinburgh!!
HH
Good evening, friends. Dont think it reached higher than 1 degree all day today in ole EK.
Bada Bing.
I agree.
I think at a higher level Brendan would use Scott Sinclair as back up.
LMCBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:43 PM
Nk
Had to read that twice!! Weather that’s probably murcia not Edinburgh!!
HH
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Naw – I mean the weather here! Last time they were over for Christmas and it snowed they were out rolling in it! Guess they must get bored of 30-odd degree heat! Last time we visited them at Christmas we were on the beach in our swimmers down at Mar Menor – they thought we were mental. :-)))
NATKNOW
When we ordered the Mexican Feast, the waitress advised us that the prawn dish was off and offered us something else.
The prawns maybe?
mmmmm
Until we meet again…
Keep the Faith!
Hail Hail!
PHILBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:48 PM
NATKNOW
When we ordered the Mexican Feast, the waitress advised us that the prawn dish was off and offered us something else.
The prawns maybe?
mmmmm
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Ha! I love the pulled pork thing they do – can;t remember the name. Magic!
JNP- You’re probably right re Sinclair…
hideous storm here in north yorks
NATKNOW
Pork Pibil I think. They are tasty :)
goals to cheer us up – the pitch at 1.00 – more bobbles than a ….
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bvHzkcyS8s
Will be watching in Cabo Roig
PHILBHOY.
The date is the 2nd of December not the 3rd and it’s not a hootinannie, it’s a Christmas dinner,I think it’s the 3rd year we’ve had it, PFAyr is organising it, I think there is room for another 4.if you like a good bevvy That’s the time and place.
SIN CITY BHOY- you still about
-2 at Celtic Park on Wednesday circa 8pm. Neymar will be looking forward to that.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2635724
NATKNOW @ 6:13 PM,
Yes, I think the conversions rate was pretty low for a while before. The experience and friendships were really unique.
Big Docs belt was legendary, in my time Fr Lucini (sp) was the Disciplinarian – a Sicilian who took no prisoners. Quite a formidable pair.
LENNYBHOY @ 6:00 PM,
At that time I was a regular at the Saturday open days.
I remember we touched on this before, in fact you mentioned someone immigrating to Canada… which took me by surprise, as this was me… when we left Scotland we were going to Canada or England, Canada was favourite for a long time and until you mentioned it I’d totally forgotten.
I’m Margaret’s Cousin… but you’ve got me confused re her brothers (well at least two of them). Frank is her younger brother, her older brother who went to the Xaverians, was Thomas.
Peter and your cousin will know him well, as will the Hay brothers.
All top people.
After I left for England, around the time the Hay boys went to St Margaret’s, I never kept in touch with anyone (apart from my Cousins obviously) pity really as many will testify some great friendships came through those days.
A Vocation is a tough thing to deal with, especially when so young, but What ever route you take it is a special experience…
Hail Hail
What’s it all about – Alfie
Only Alfie’s need apply….and why did fairy rhyme wae Derry…as in BFDJ?
AOW,HUNDERBIRDS ARE GONE, happy birthday to you both
I NEUSTADT-BRAW on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 6:12 PM
HH Angus loon!!
We will get the dram issue sorted!!
How’s things your end mate?
AOW and Thunderbirds are Gone, Big Hoopy BD wishes to y’all!!
TC45
Fairhill Bhoy
How far away from Fairhill did you move?
AoW/Hunderbirds
Many happy returns lads.
AoW and Hunderbirds, hope it’s been a great birthday
KTF
HUNDERBIRDS ARE GONE on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 7:07 PM
NATKNOW
Pork Pibil I think. They are tasty :)
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That’s it – delicious!
CHAIRBHOY on 21ST NOVEMBER 2016 7:26 PM
NATKNOW @ 6:13 PM,
Yes, I think the conversions rate was pretty low for a while before. The experience and friendships were really unique.
Big Docs belt was legendary, in my time Fr Lucini (sp) was the Disciplinarian – a Sicilian who took no prisoners. Quite a formidable pair.
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I remember Fr. Lucini – though he may have been at Glasgow or London by the time I was there. Fr. Montessi was rector. Met him at a wedding a couple of months ago – still doing well. You get Latin from Wee Zed? :-)
Natknow/ Chairboy
Carlo Lucini was from Cremona in northern Italy he died 3 years ago this December. I visited him in Cremona 5 years ago. He was in Glasgow from 1984 until 1989. I was in Calder Ave, from 1978 to 1984, you bhoys?