Can we all just agree to change nothing? I know it was a dead rubber and I know it’s different playing against a 10 man defence, but honestly, just, change, nothing.
We had a defender at the right side of defence, not a frustrated winger. That subtly rebalanced the team; Kristoffer Ajer (22) was not 20 yards further upfield to connect to a Mohamed Elyounoussi pass, but he was back to provide cover and balance to the two to his left.
Christopher Jullien and Shane Duffy had their most assured game together – although Shane, you were never winning that ball, you should have shown the player down the line instead of committing to the foul. It was a mistake that would have been sore on another day.
David Turnbull (21) got one goal, one assist and got the assist for the penalty. That is an incredible return for a player who has been sitting in the stand or out through illness all season.
After a couple of substitute appearances in 11 months at the club, Ismaila Soro (22) made his starting debut and was even more influential than Turnbull to the flow of Celtic’s play. The deep lying central midfield player has several jobs: protect the defence, intercept opposition moves, get the ball forward quickly and accurately. A lot of off the ball work is also required; the best in the business are in position to stop moves before an interception is required. Ismaila did all of this very well.
Like Soro, the lack of opportunities afforded to Patryk Klimala (22) made me think he was less effective than our other strikers have been recently. Apparently not. Patryk is all about movement. He can take a ball, bring others into play and – effectively last night – win corner kicks. At no time did he try to beat three players on his own, take note, Odsonne.
After THAT pass at Tynecastle in 2019 you may have wondered what happened to Ewan Henderson (20). The player had a lost 18 months but, like the rest of the midfield last night, he was on his game. He was tidy and intelligent in possession. Use him.
The biggest compliment to the midfield and defence is that Conor Hazard (22) had little to do. Blameless at either goal, he got a foot to a dangerous ball, handled and distributed well throughout.
I don’t know who deserved the win more, the players, the manager or you and me, no doubt someone has been busy running a poll on the subject….. Onto Sunday!
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Jobo
I know….don’t leave your phone lying unattended.
Anyway, I’m footballer out. Watched every game today. Not great games. Over to the Joshua fight
PHILBHOY-😉 There never obvious to me .🤔
Fairhill Bhoy
Not guilty
That’s the truth
Peace
Boxing for me
FAIRHILL BHOY
There’s been loads outed on here, but you will get the hang of it.
31003-enjoy the boxing.still swithering to buy it
No problem here 🍀
F.B. 9.56.
Ha, I would have been amazed if you had said anything else about it.
I’m doing ok.
I hope it was all good things. :-)
How are you doing?
I’m guessing it’s an emotional time for you and your loved ones.
PHILBHOY-big packy? Is that one😉🤔
FAIRHILL BHOY
I would wager BIG PACKY is a Tim.
JNP 10.05pm
How is that home working thing getting on ??
I might be in touch with you & JVR soon as after 10 months it looks like a few of us might be getting the ole WFH… although MissGFTB is over the the moon MrsGFTB isn’t that enamoured :-)
JNP
Someone was asking for you earlier today on the other channel
JIMMYNOTPAUL-it definitely was 👍
I’m good.Ive had a few moments that I’m not proud of but hey ho.
I hope you’re doing better than ok🍀
GFTB. 10.11.
I love WFH.
I never want to return.
I’ve already been told earliest I will be asked to return is 2022.
There are only minor negatives for me and many positives.
PHILBHOY-mmmmmm
So about this playing Duffy.🤔😉🤷🏽♂️
Anyway, the Glenfiddich has finally got the better of me.
Well it is Saturday.
Nite all!
Norrie M. 10.14.
Thanks for that, I’ve not been on for a wee while.
I’ve not really been on here that much either.
When Celtic are not doing too well, the blogs can be a dark read.
So, I tend to give them a miss and listen to music, instead.
Although not the Boystown Gang. :-)
PHILBHOY-goodnight mr miyagi 🍀💚
FAIRHILL BHOY
You too buddy!
Goodnight PHILBHOY…
Hope you enjoy a great game of fitbaw the morra’
COYBIG
Night All
Hail Hail
JNP 10.16pm
I sort of like going into work … but got a feeling that might change …
By the way I was told you got a bit annoyed on Sentiel Celts a few weeks back … I remembered what you told me many moons ago … “don’t tell anybody you have flounced just take a break from the blog” … wise words mate … much appreciated
CHAIRBHOY
Good night to you too!
Looking forward to the game!
HH
Unbelievable to say it ,but if broony and Christie are in tomorrow then let’s be honest ,the supporters head will go down
Chairbhoy 10.26pm
Good night in the chilterns .. hope Soro & Turnbull keep us both smiling tomorrow
Hail Hail
Flounced,take a break and red card are all the same thing now 🤷🏽♂️
Watching the bosman show on bt sports
It’s meant to be good 😉
JIMMYNOTPAUL -nevever gets annoyed.He gets even 😉
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http://www.hesgoal.com/news/69866/Boxing_-_Anthony_Joshua_vs_Kubrat_Pulev.html
Less
“12 rounds of boxing scheduled”
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aye right
i will give it 12 minutes
and the referee is dionne warwick 🤷🏻♂️
or 12 seconds…
How was that new t stopped when Puvlev walked away into corner ?
boxing should be illegal anyway
had it never existed, and someone came up with the idea of it and tried to get it allowed
it would get the red card straight away
Let’s all 11.13pn
Even though I don’t know much about boxing I totally disagree with your point, I know a couple of boxers who fought in the common wealth games for Scotland … World champion Ricky Burns is a star in his field and an inspiration to many young kids in Coatbrig, for some youngsters boxing is their way of life… and a terrific learning experience for them
I will tread lightly here. 1st, I’m not a hun. I think I proved that a few years ago – I’m sure there’s some way to look back?
!!BADA BING!!
Cheers Bada . Glad I didn’t pay for that!;-))