If you thumb through the pages of the Celtic Quick News comments section you’ll find a couple of overlapping areas of indifferent form being reported. One for Beram Kayal and one for the team as a whole. You’ll also note several contributors commenting that Beram’s form improved after his new contract was signed, settling speculation surrounding the player.
It may be coincidental that Beram’s form seemed to pick up after his future was settled but the fact that this happened a few days after the pivotal 3-3 draw at Kilmarnock suggests a whole lot of what has been going right at Celtic was linked to the Israeli’s form in this crucial central midfield area.
Neil Lennon has a huge tactical decision to make. Get it wrong and he will not be able to replicate the impressive run of 10 consecutive wins. Before making a decision, a good place to research would be videos of Celtic’s run up to and including that Kilmarnock game. Knowing some of the things to avoid is a good start.
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Margaret McGill says:
14 January, 2012 at 03:23
Read the Book…
Way back in the initial link.
Don’t be what your controllers are wanting.
Hail Hail Mags.
This is not about the here and now, this is about a long time ago. We are now experiencing the consequence, ffs MM you are relatively perceptive. ;)
There is NOTHING new under the sun. :))
Please bare with me on this one….
…and, oh aye, ye’ll need the wee tune that goes along with it, haha…
I’m All Lost
I’m All Lost In The Transfer Market
(McCoist/Durrant)
CHORUS
I’m all lost in the transfer market
I can no longer dodge happily
I came in here for that special offer
A tax-free transfer fee
I wasn’t born so much as I fell out
Nobody seemed to notice me
We had a lodge back home in the suburbs
We dreamed of invincibility
Davy Moonbeams he caused all these problems
Up to our knees in discrepancies
Fat Paul Le Guen, that’s what they call me
Up to our knees in dodgy transfer fees
I heard the people who lived in the East end
Scream and fight most scarily
Hearing that noise was a terrible feeling
So we signed with the loyal STV
I’m all tuned in, I hear all the programmes
Daryl and Hugh and Graeme too
They’re talking nonsense but no-one believes them
Terry calls and they dunno what to do
Juan Ortiz, Alejandro Bedoya
Sone Aluko and Matt Mackay
What the heck was Craigy boy thinking
I canny sign the players I want to buy
Let’s buy, Francisco Sandaza
He can sign on the twelth of July
Don’t mention Spain or the walks in the sunshine
Benidorm no surrender we did cry
Think of Frankie, just what is his answer?
He’s a Tim from the centre of Spain
We wreck his nation and expect him to love us
He’ll likely do a Goodwullie again
Bendik-sonn, he is gone
Al McGregor’s off tae Malaga
Murray Park where are the diamonds
Gotta pawn just hang on
Gordon Smith, to sunny Rio
Least he got trip for free
What do I get, nothing but problems
Fae our buddies at HMRC
RTC thinks he’s a legend
He tells the hoards all that we do
And more than that, he is a mystic
He tells all before the case goes through
The kids in halls and the pipes in the walls
Make me noises for company
Long distance callers make long distance calls
And the silence makes me lonely
The roads are damaged, the troops need our finance
The orange walks will be a sombre affair
We owe the queen at least fifty million
It wisnae me miss, I wisnae there
No so bad if it wisnae for Ledley
And that wee bawbag fae Lurgan town
We nearly did it, we nearly made it
But as it is, we’re surely goin down
He tried to warn us, he tried to tell us
That wee tadger Phil Mac Giolla Bhan
When I find him, am gonny show him
He’s the one we’ll try to blame it on
They’re at the door, the bailiffs are coming
No more billy boys to see
Goodbye goodbye and on your way out
Turn off the lights, throw away the key
CHORUS
I’m all lost
I’m All Lost
This way!
Dressed like Thatcher must be living in a different world
Hail Hail
Now were talking/rocking
macjay1 for Neil Lennon says:
14 January, 2012 at 03:25
Wars are the big money makers.
Always need an enemy, I wonder what group has been portrayed lately as the bad guys in movies?
I hardly watch TV apart from footie but there is no doubt the bad guys in movies will be the country that will be taken to war next.
Conditioning as always.
ok petec. I surrender! Not on CQN over a beer someday…we”ll go for a walk where its quiet and dark..very dark
Margaret McGill says:
14 January, 2012 at 03:52
And that is where the Light should be taken, the darkest places.
Put it on a pedestal as well. ;)
Petec
U.S. is near broke.Huge level of unemployment.
Major social disruption.Mexicans repatriating.
It must be bad.
The cost of their wars can no longer be borne.
On the other hand, major increase in immigration to Oz.
Particularly from Ireland.
Come to the Bower.
Gallant Ozzies to greet you.:-)
Send us your poor………….
Love this track
George Bush was not the most intellectual in terms of oration etc but he did have a certain amount of sense, so much so that it got him to be the President – you nor I have never been President.
He was also LOADED !
This helped !
He came from oil – they bankrolled his election campaign, clearly.
He is hated by Planned Parenthood and their associated pharmaceutical partners, some of the most powerful and power-thirsty folk in the world ! Because he did not sign up to their money making racket. Well, certainly not as much as Bill and Hillary did and do. And as does Barrack.
(“Ba-racket” – I suppose that should be my new name for this guy – just cos you’re black (Barrack) doesn’t mean to say that you are a good person, same goes for white, yellow, brown, pink etc – its what’s inside that counts. And by their fruits, you shall know them.)
Anyway back to Bushy…
He made a mess of the whole Iraq affair, no question. He and Tony Blair are hated for that, among other things.
Innocent folk died.
And for what ? For the glory of getting Osama ?…
and headlines… “we got him!”
Are there any good men out there, I ask ?
Can someone please stand up ?
BRTH has done so this week for Vanessa and co. I think I’ll enjoy that much for now.
:)
macjay1 for Neil Lennon says:
14 January, 2012 at 04:02
There will be a squeeze however my Good man.
I spoke about Transhumanism a few times before.
Just look at your local Supermarket.
Now as the population rises, and the need for human workers diminishes.
As long as we are comfortable with our lives, it won’t affect us, these conspiracy theorists are CRAZY.
Hail Hail my Good Friend.
TopCorner
I would like to see wee Jamesie behind the Striker for next season. A guy who can hit the ball so well on both feet really should be played centrally. ;)
Petec
Always enjoy your company,my fellow Tim.
Moodies` downgrading of La Belle France is an ominous developement.
You have to wonder why people pay any attention to these charlatans.
Their track record isn`t exactly spectacular in predicting the G.F.C.
Or Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae or ……………………………
And if all of the teachers and preachers of wealth were arraigned
We could see quite a future for me in the literal sense
And if all of the people could claim to inspect such regret
Well we’d have no forgiveness forgetfulness or faithful remorse
macjay1 for Neil Lennon says:
14 January, 2012 at 04:34
Bob Chapman was saying the devaluing of currencies wont be for a while because of Euro injections.
Margaret McGill says:
14 January, 2012 at 04:40
401k churches LOL
There are proper Christians out there Mags, not a lot but there are a few who try to lead well.
Morning All,
Some transfer stuff from tomorrow’s chip wrappers…..
CELTIC will step up their interest in Jordan Rhodes if Southampton come back with a £6million offer for Gary Hooper.
Saints told Hoops chiefs they were willing to pay £4m-plus for Hooper earlier this week and were sent packing.
Manager Neil Lennon wants a “No Sale” sign slapped on the 23-year-old, but admits the board will have to listen should a massive deal be put on the table.
Championship leaders Southampton are managed by Nigel Adkins, who was Hooper’s boss at Scunthorpe, and are expected to have another crack at making a deal happen.
It’s understood Celts would be tempted should something closer to the £6m mark be put forward – with Huddersfield goal machine Rhodes, who has been personally scouted by Lennon, the man they’d go for with a hefty chunk of the cash.
Rhodes has hit a remarkable 25 goals in 21 League One appearances, including five in the demolition of Wycombe last wee
Several Premier League clubs have shown interest in Rhodes but only West Ham have a made a firm offer for the new Scotland cap.
Lennon said: “There was an enquiry for Hooper this week, but their valuation and our valuation are a long way off. I’ve no idea if they will come back, but they will get the same answer – that he’s not for sale.”
Asked if he feels the club should knock back any bid for a top player because of the importance of winning the title this term, Lennon replied: “Yes, I agree with that. I don’t think we need to sell.
“If a huge offer came in, I would expect the board to consider it and do what they feel is best for the club.
“But I think that, in January especially, it’s difficult to find a replacement if a huge bid came in and any player was to go.
“It would have to be a hell of an offer before we would even consider it.”
Celtic have had former PSV Eindhoven midfielder Rabiu Ibrahim and Icelandic Under-19 winger Ingolfur Sigurdsson on trial over the past week.
Lennon said: “They played in a bounce game and showed up quite well, so we are hoping to speak to their advisors next week.”
Celtic are also in talks with Lukasz Zaluska over a new deal and also want to keep on-loan Newcastle keeper Fraser Forster permanently.
Lennon said: “Lukasz is in negotiations at the minute and his agent is coming into the club next week, so I hope we get that over the line.
“I had a chat with Fraser this morning and we would be keen to keep him on if we can do a deal.”
Mac
nn
And I am asking My Almighty GOD to soften the Beautiful Heart of the Quite magnificent Mags McGill.
Beautiful
Left||Right are control mechanisms unfortunately.
Pure Beauty from what I am seeing
Politics is all about image now.
Lovely quotes from Steve Lomas re goings on at Cash Converters FC….
“If Rangers really want Fran, why don’t they make us an offer and get him in January?
“I’m not sure what their agenda is here.” Rangers are struggling to find any cash and the £300,000 asking price of Saints chairman Steve Brown may be too rich for the Ibrox club unless they sell first.
Morning Celts and G’day Aussietims,
It’s a clear blue sky this morning with zero wind, it’s frosty and therefore the roads will be icy for those travelling north to Glesga and CP.
Phil McC tweeted last night about 10pm ish that the rumours flying around the web re the Huns demise were bull. The case is underway next week with results not announced until March.
2-0 Celts.
Vinny
maccargo –
I have to say, Steve Lomas is well out of order with his comments about Rangers and their pursuit of Sandaza. The player is in the final 6 months of his current contract. McCoist, or any other manager, is perfectly entitled to speak to him and even offer a pre-contract.
What right does Lomas have to tell any manager, “If you want Sandaza, why don’t you pay the money and take him now, rather than for free in the summer?”
Obviously he would prefer to get money for his player, but that is surely for Rangers to decide. The rules are clear, and even Rangers are entitled to play them to their advantage.
Morning Tom,
It was more the suggestion that they could not afford 300,000 I found amusing as I agree they have done nothing wrong by the rule book…..this time.
Mac
Good Morning Bhoys from a cold and crisp airdrie, freezin but cheered up by the sandaza says no story. why do they print these half stories. radio was funny last night. again if you continue to slag and demean your callers, why call at all? talking themselves out a job on a nightly basis. not very bright on clyde. hard game against dutd but dont think da bums will get their own way against St J. Mon the hoops.
HH KLV
Morning Vmhan,great night last night,was in the Emerald inn.Glasnebin/shebeen were playing.Went with them then to Gary Og in Failte,great crack..Fiveways today,meet My Pal,Bt’s oldman last night,had a good bit of crack wey him..By the way Vmhan,this is my first time over in a year..bring the wee lady up with you today,and we will give it liltie tonight..you know it makes sense Rodders..
I’ll be interested to see how the younger Catholic generation in Northern Ireland use their growing influence (numerically) to shape the future.
Our day will come
I am not nationalistic in any way, I don’t feel Scottish, British or Irish so independence is not an issue for me. But I am a pragmatist so I would vote separatist if conditions where positive. But smarmy eck has failed to show us how Scotland would set up our financial, social, welfare and industrial infrastructures. When the Snp sort out how scotland will function rather than just shouting ‘freeeeedom’, then they will be close to winning independence.
Reading the Lomas comments this morning, not a happy bunny and this always happens when they are threatened by a player. they are gonna sign him and sally talks about talking about a player that belongs to another club but has no idea what is happening to his own players, see edu. sally must be into double figures in terms of player dissys already and this is only his second window, i know they are making up smoke and mirror stories to detract from the little story behind the scenes, but do they realise that it makes sally look silly, well sillier.
KLV
Coorslad, sounds like you had a great night….. Why are ye (still) up :>).
2weeks off the booze today, easy peasy….. will see ye later the day!
GL2 great debate about independence, I need to read more on the subject as my feelings on the subject have been skewed by the Scottish Protestant party, I don’t trust them one single iota, a bit like my feelings towards the Tory party.
Vinny
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Morning Bhoys..
On a Wee Road Trip in a Wee Village in The Middle of The Great Ocean Road.. When do we Play..? When do they..?
Thanks in Advance..
Always wanted to Say This..
“I’m theeee Onleee Timmm in Theee Villaaage..”
Summa
Morning. A huge game today. Thank F we have vic and ledders. I hope we don’t see the worst of broonie now kayal’s gone. Our resurgence coincided with kayal’s return and commons’ arrival last season. Really really hope we win this one to send them a message. Cheats. Liars. Malignancies.
what a great start to the day. TOTP from many moons ago on Dave with;
Sex Pistols
Roxy
Stones
T Rex
gonna be a good day…………………….
GL2 re independence……..
On a lighter note perhaps all that’s needed is independence for London, London has the UK roon it’s little finger and the timing could be right with the olympics coming up….. Vote for the London Independence Party.
If you’re anti independence you can write slogans such as …….
No LIP Here!
Vinny
TNT I’m away to have a look … Ta
Suns coming up now, it’s gonnae be warmer then freezing lol.
Vinny
The main story this morning on the DR website…….
Family in desperate race to raise £500,000 daughter suffering rare form of cancer
Jan 14 2012 by Maria Croce
Vanessa Riddle and her mother and father
A MUM and dad have told of their heartache after their daughter’s cancer returned – and their shock that she can’t get the treatment she needs in the UK.
But Chris and Connie Riddle are determined to battle through their nightmare and give 11-year-old Vanessa the best chance of survival.
And they have launched a campaign to raise £500,000 to pay for potentially life-saving treatment for Vanessa in America.
Vanessa was first diagnosed with a severe form of cancer called neuroblastoma almost three years ago. After extensive treatment, she was given the all-clear in August 2010.
But the family, of Loans, Ayrshire, were devastated to discover the cancer was back just before Christmas and doctors told them Vanessa had little chance of survival.
Chris and Connie refused to give up hope and they are now pinning their hopes on the US treatment. It is likely to include specialist antibody therapy, which isn’t available in the UK.
But the treatment needs to start soon and it comes at a huge price.
Sales manager Chris, 41, said: “There aren’t any treatment options in the UK, so doctors told us there was very little chance of survival – less than 10 per cent.
“At first, I felt angry that there wasn’t anything that could be done to save her in the UK. But now I’m putting my energy into finding that help somewhere else.
“I think it’s wrong that, in this country, no money is invested in looking for relapse treatments for this disease. They’re letting children die.
“But it’s a very different story in the United States, where there are treatments available that will dramatically increase her chances of long-term survival.
“We have to take Vanessa there for relapse therapy treatment – which the NHS will not fund – within the next three to six months.”
Chris, Connie, Vanessa and her elder sister Olivia, 15, launched a Just Giving appeal on Tuesday and by last night, they had already raised more than £40,000.
Olivia helped spread the word via Facebook and Twitter – sometimes running two laptops at once.
She says stars including Katy Perry, Lord Sugar, Peter Andre and Dannii Minogue have retweeted the appeal for help to their Twitter followers.
The family have been touched by the numbers of people who have taken the appeal to heart. Chris said: “We’ve had so many messages of support and people wanting to get involved.”
Vanessa added: “I’m really pleased people are trying to help me get better. It’s quite exciting in some ways as I never knew how much people cared.
“I was surprised that a lot of strangers have donated on the website.
“I just want to get back to normal. I want to get back to school and see all my friends and have normal days.I miss not being able to do my usual activities like gymnastics. I feel tired some days but I’m always on my feet. People always say I’m smiling and never look sad. That’s how I feel.
“I haven’t let being ill get me down but I just want to get it sorted.
“My family and friends help keep me positive. People send me messages about how brave I am – but I don’t feel brave.”
Office administrator Connie, 41, said: “You hear of other children with cancer but you never think it will happen to you. It’s every parent’s worst nightmare. But you can’t dwell on that. You just have to get on with finding a solution.”
Pretty Vanessa has a wide smile and loves horse-riding, gymnastics, playing the keyboard and going to the local youth club with friends. She dreams of becoming a nurse.
Connie says: “She’s such a caring wee girl and wants to become a nurse so she can care for others. All we want for the future is for her to be happy and healthy.
“It’s such a rollercoaster. You go from the depths of despair to up again at the chance of a treatment and then down again when you realise how much it costs. But I’ve been built back up again by the amazing response we’ve had to the appeal. We’ve got to keep up the momentum as we’ve still got so much to raise.”
Vanessa first discovered she had the aggressive childhood cancer neuroblastoma when she was eight.
Chris and Connie were told her chances were less than 40 per cent. Chris said: “It was difficult to take in and we were devastated. But we were determined to stay positive.”
Vanessa underwent chemotherapy, two seven-hour operations, had a kidney removed, a stem cell transplant, radiotherapy and other treatments at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Yorkhill, Glasgow.
Chris added: “It was the best day of our lives when we were told she was in remission.”
But they were devastated when scans in December revealed she had relapsed. “She has many hotspots on the skull, neck, spine, legs and knees,” explained Chris.
“We’ve stayed positive for Vanessa but we’ve had dark days. We were given the option of treatments in the UK just to try to keep it at bay, or do nothing – which wasn’t really an option. So we researched what was available in the States and found treatments – but they’re very expensive.”
The family are being supported by the Neuroblastoma Alliance UK. The charity’s Marta Hofstrom said: “We hope that people will donate or fundraise for her appeal so Vanessa can get the treatment she needs in the US.”
Vmhan
10mins time on Dave ja vu (ch 158) is the repeat.
Ya missed the best bits
Vmhan
there are 2 in a row on.
1st one is Squeeze, Bowie Pink and the Darkness. 2nd one at 8.40 is the Stones etc
Good morning all from a chilly G71 – Celtic Park-bound later for 3pts after a bit of graft in the office. Fancy us to win fairly comfortably this afternoon, and fingers & toes crossed for a favourable result in Perth…
HH
Giggs
A lovely crisp morning here in Fife….
A huge sporting feast ahead…..
Off for a wee 40 minute run
Into Edinburgh to Watch my lad play for his school rugby team and hopefully thrash the posh kids at the ‘Academy’.
Then listening to Alistair’s woes mount as the Saints give and Sandaza show how times are changing, as a I drive through to see the centre piece at CP.
We need to be patient and really get behind the Kayal less team. Hopefully our lead will be extended by the end of the day as we lead into a tough series of games.
Then it is back to see some Heineken Cup action and the 6pm game at Twickenham followed by a resume of the other 5th round games,
then the NFL play offs with the Broncos on late in the night at the Patriots after the 49ers Saints match up……
Oh and the cricket Test match in Perth along the way too… Carlsberg Saturdays ….especially if the scores go the right way…..Not sure Mrs Burnley will be wholly supportive of the plan !!
A great spoting day