Shakhtar Karagandy Russian manager, Viktor Kumykov, gave an interview after their elimination of the Albanian champions in the last Champions League qualifier. He talked about his team, which, unlike some in former Soviet countries, does not have an oligarch benefactor or rich sponsor.
Kumykov thought four of his potential opponents were of equal standing, although he clearly respects Celtic’s recent achievements in the Champions League.
He said, “Getting through to the play offs round is historical achievement for the club and for Kazakh football. We hope this is for the start and we would play in Europe regularly. Even if we don’t go to the Champions League, we will play in UEFA Europa League, which means we will be in the elite of the European football.
“We have made it to the group stage of one of the European competitions, which was our main target. It does not mean we can rest now and say we will not fight for more, but our main target is Cup of Kazakhstan. We have never won it before.
“From a football perspective, I think it might be better for us to be in the Europa League than the Champions League. If we go through to the Champions League we will play against much better teams, where we can meet giant clubs. For this we would need to buy few players to strengthen the team. We short of depth and players I have at the moment would not cope with big competitions. I have no experienced players.
“It’s difficult to say who against I want to play. All five teams are better than us. Celtic is different story, they are apart from the others. That team played in the Champions League last season and got through to the knock out round. They beat Barcelona. They beat Spartak Moscow away and at home.
“The Other four are all similar class one to each other but they are all stronger than us. Each of them play at a higher level. The team God gives us will be the team we will play against. It makes no sense to say who we want.”
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Radio Scotland not talking about the Brechin game …… Hehe
Just in. Did THEY carry ouut threat to ban BBC?
Bmcuw
Quite right. As ole Groucho said, ‘I wouldn’t join a club that would have me as a member.’
Didn’t think Wilson was very good in the air so wouldn’t be worried about that. Mouyokolo looks more capable in the air (would need someone behind him as he attacks balls and doing that and misjudging it can be costly).
Malone
If your of same mindset as me… they march just to wind you up ;)
Hail, hail, vmhan. So the missionary has returned home.
VMHAN
5pm on BTSport
And hopefully in yer local
Vmhan
Im no frae greenock … im from sunny govan … can I reply to your post
A bit of advice.
ALWAYS haggle.
NEVER take no for an answer,
Italians are masters at haggling.
Whether it’s the local fruit and veg or fish market, or a broadband/landline/satellite TV provider.
They are desperate for your custom – terrified you will move to a competitor.
HAGGLE!
HH!!
5pm. celtic park time
murdochauldandhay
14:51 on 10 August, 2013
I’m starting to get that impression … Thankfully, NEIL and the team will be taking them very seriously
DOCTOR WHATFOR
Haha,Groucho was right about many things!
Sadly this is a family blog,but it’s worthwhile tracking down some of his quotations.
murdochauldandhay-Stuart Duff ex Aberdeen and DU was the guy on Shortbread.
Bobby Murdochs curled up winklepickers.
3:35 New – Ihtimaal @ 7/2 Win
4:10 New – Highland Colori @ 5/1 win
5:05 Hay – Dare to achieve @ 11/4 Win
5:55 New – Cosmo de medici @ 12/1 EW
Bet responsibly
Vmhan its on in the club….Im taking the lionesss in…It is our anniversary and she deserves a treat after 24 years..
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If l was Kelvin Wilson and l am Not..
If Some Journalist asked me What was My best Night in Glasgow..
I Would Not say Celtic Vs Barca..
I Would Say..The Night Me KevJungle BlantyreTim and SydneyTim went to the Parkville and Chewed the Vat..
Summa
Kelvin Wilson, for such a big lad, was neither good in the air or physically dominating.
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Literally..
Anyone reckon the Wilson back to forest was on the cards from the summer and thats why we signed both virgil and stephen. Unfortunately big virgil got injured or he would be a fixture by now and no one would be bothered that Wilson had been sent homeward to think again
Big stevie and vvd will be our centre halfs this year and better than the efe kelvin sieve
Big Kelvin Wilson was massive in the Champions League last season. It is a shame he has to go back down South. The children are the most important and I don’t blame him for wanting to see his child every possible hour he can.
Even though he has those shocking tattoos, Kelvin is my kind of person. The very best of Luck to you and all that ye hold dear m8.
HH and thanks for some Great memories.
GL2
You are a true romantic ;),
tallybhoy
Coincidentally I was in a market sta matina. Tried my hand at the old haggling. Absolute mince at it. Guy had a tablecloth priced at 55 euros and I managed to beat him down to 60. He could spot the eagerness of the memsahib to own the cloth and my utter ineptitude at the process. I’m convinced that he wet himself.
HH
Thanks Bada Bing never caught the players name
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Capuano..Said no..
Summa
Bmcuw 15.03
What about when his second wife was leaving him and he was standing at the door as she made for the taxi.
“We’ll, if you’re ever in the neighbourhood…………”
My hero!
Dr
General rule of barter.. they ask 4 times ( minimum) of desired price
You offer 10% of that.. spit on the ground in disgust.. look shocked. Shake your head often… when you seal the deal offer him your hand and smile… tell him he is a very hard man to bargain with and how hw has robbed you.
morrisey, ta,
Summa
You watching the sopranos
TBJ
He was a very hard man to deal with AND he DID rob me. Mind you, I forgot to spit.
I can’t believe that I am missing this cultural event:
TRAFFIC GUIDANCE – RENFREW
This Saturday, August 10, the Provincial Grand Black Chapter of Scotland will be holding a parade within Renfrew town centre. This parade will consist of approximately 3000 participants and over 40 bands.
As a result, there will be significant traffic congestion within Renfrew town centre and in the vicinity of Robertson Park.
The parade is scheduled to leave Robertson Park at 12.15pm. The planned route will travel from Robertson Park onto Craigielea Road, Porterfield Road, Paisley Road, Hairst Street, High Street, before finishing on Old Govan Road. There will be parking restrictions on Paisley Road (near to Robertson Park) from 7am-4pm and Old Govan Road will be closed for the duration of the event.
The peak time for any disruption will be between 10am and 3pm. There will be a traffic management plan in place but delays are likely.
I used to live right across from the park entrance and I would be going Tonto if I had to listen to that gash all day! However, I would have been out the front of the house washing my car wearing my Celtic top as was my wont when the local halfwits used to march past my house.
The following is a wee observation from one of the local residents regarding their behaviour:
Louise McAllister.
” Dont give a stuff about what side they are on, but was there with my 9 year old who was using park as its meant to be used, and lost count of the amount of men who were using it as a toilet, not even embarrased or hiding to pee anywhere and everywhere. I know there were porta toilets at top end, but for the future, maybe these should be spaced around park as the middle section where the kids play areas are, were being used by men of all ages…the skate park hedges, infront of the kids, the pavillion, infront of the tennis courts, trees throughout the park in full view. Gross”
Summa of Sammi
The article states Pescara have turned down a £1.7m bid………
Big cup
A six foot 4 inch tall defender with sleeve tattoos and skin head.
Where does he position himself when we get a corner or set piece…… our halfway line
Tells its own story imho
Listen I have said all I need to and want to say about the GB Morrissey the 23rd. I stand by what I have said and will not be bullyied into changing my mind, if you got kettled deal with it what you want me to do join the GB ? The GB are where they are and has nothing to do with me, once again I support Celtic stand by the club, the players, and the board, call me what you like, I will always be there, so back off with the bullieing it doesn’t scare or impress me, born Celtic Die Celtic, that’s me, the GB? Not my problem, and don’t give me the old fellow Celtic fans crap, as I said they are where they are they can deal with that, if they go away I will be there so to put it to you mildly, I really don’t give a monkeys about them, my opinion, others like you have yours and I respect that, so you will get no change out of bullieing me, try someone else.
The Brilliant Victor was held back for quite some time by Neil, when he was unleashed he was devastating.
I’ve still not seen one bit of footage of Amido in a Celtic shirt, the anticipation is getting to me, is he going to play, today?
Drums with the basslines kickin’
Dr
I learned the significance of spitting in tunisia many moons ago
Also… you have to tell the guy right away you dont really want whatever it is you are looking at.. again tell him its his persuasive powers that have influenced you
One other tip is to walk away. .. they will follow you…
Griffiths scores for Wolves
Doctor Whatfor
Another bit of advice if you will allow me.
Never openly appear too eager to make a purchase.
They will be on you like flies round *****.
Appear slightly disinterested. Often works.
As for the €55 tablecloth – I would have offered him €25 to start with.
Practise makes perfect!
I take it you are in Italia?
Did you know the Liverpool game is being shown live there?
Amazing I know! Dont tell the memsahib!
HH!!
tallybhoy
Which channel?