I got my wish last night, that Leigh Griffiths would reach the 40 goal mark for the season, and what a great goal it was too, memories of Love St ’86. Also delighted Leigh was aware-enough to mimic Henrik’s ” five zero” gesticulation when he reached 50 in 2001.
40 goals for Celtic in a season is a very rare achievement, as Paul John Dykes pointed out this morning, it’s now only been done 13 times in 128 years. Jimmy McGrory (four times, three in a row) and Henrik Larsson (three times, two in a row), are the only two who have achieved this more than once in their Celtic careers, so Leigh knows what he needs to do next season to get a really special place in the history books.
As for the other pertinent points from last night’s game in Perth, I can cut Stefan Johansen some slack. McDiarmid Park was a farmer’s field not so long ago, and St Johnstone’s first goal looked like it came as a result of a plough intervention.
Efe Ambrose is another story. Last night’s decision to challenge (Logan Bailly) for a ball inside his own six-yard box was inexplicable but consistent with his general awareness this season. When the new manager is in place, someone inside Lennoxtown needs to find the earliest possible moment to sit him down and play the Efe highlights video.
We have a good central defender in Erik Sviatchenko (club captain in the making), and one who could become so in Jozo Simunovic. If Jozo gets himself fit for July we should be well-placed for the qualifiers, but those two aside, we are struggling in central defence.
Out of contract Charlie Mulgrew is in the latter stages of his career, but can be trusted to do a job without causing unnecessary alarm every week. Mikael Lustig’s days as a rampaging full back may be limited by his persistent hip issues, so playing as auxiliary central defender, as he often does for Sweden, works on paper.
I’d be far from confident facing Champions League qualifiers with Efe or Dedryk Boyata, who could still makes Belgium’s Euro’s squad, but if Jozo’s fit, signing a right back, with Mikael covering central defence, feels like an appropriate use of resources.
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In a nutshell.
“We play in Scotland, a country of five million people, and Celtic is by far the strongest club financially. We have the biggest budget by far, and what we can do is make the best from that budget.”
“I have no input into players beyond conducting the financial aspect of transfers. The scouts provide reports and the manager picks the players within that process. It is total nonsense to say it’s any other way here. Simply not true. People present it otherwise because they want to be mischievous. It is funny, when they do they never credit the Celtic CEO with bringing in the likes of [Victor] Wanyama, [Fraser] Forster or [Virgil] Van Dijk, but guys who didn’t work out so well.”
Can we put an end to the mischief on Peter, or are those on here now going to accuse him of lying?
Why would he lie in the national media, knowing that there could be tens of people who could ‘shoot him down’.
I believe him and in him, others can say what they like.
Attended a poignant evening of music, poetry and reflection at Cooper Union tonight on the anniversary of James Connollys’ execution. The same stage where he was invited to speak in 1903.
One speaker, pointed out Connollys prescience, with respect to Ireland today.
Now he did not mention TTIP, but as many people argue over Trump/Clinton, SNP or Labour, or Cameron/Corbyn, or staying in or out of Europe. They are missing the point.
Something is happening very quietly…
That is TTIP.
Watch this, then disagree that people are missing the big picture. Same restrictions apply in US btw…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ozj0qwnMGZ0&sns=em
SIN CITY BHOY on 13TH MAY 2016 1:31 AM
PL: “That is a fair criticism; certainly in recent years. Overall, though, not many clubs have found as many players as we have who then went onto England for big money.”
Crux of the interview for me.
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You say “the crux of the interview”
Do you mean it justifies all your thoughts that PL just buys players to sell them? ( and enhance his bonus)
Of course we sell, however would you rather that we prevented players from moving on and then get nothing for them at the end of their contract?
Good players now come to Celtic specifically because they know that if they ‘cut it’ here, they will get a chance to move to the riches of the EPL.
Can we agree on that?
MACJAY1 FOR NEIL LENNON on 13TH MAY 2016 1:27 AM
Agree 100%, however they will only move on to the next ‘playground’ rumour.
These are really confusing Times, I understand why… Still they can be mega confusing.
I listened to a Podcast tonight that confirmed so much to me about so many things, totally unrelated to Celtic, who knows maybe it is.
The Ending
To be fair to Hollywood and they are all Illumined ones putting out stuff for those that urnae in the know, they have always went with what the audience perceives to be a good ending despite Anti Christian sentiment all the way through the films.
Christ is the King
Don’t let anyone deceive you about the Divinity of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 24
Pay Close Attention, the End Times are here when Cern is trying to open up new Dimensions.
The image outside the Cern Facility says it all.
Destruction and then they bring in their New Age – Sh!t.
Silly and sad people, deceived. No doubt well paid and happily enough being deceived.
The Great thing is, they all can, at the end, make it to the Great place.
filthyragsareweALL.csc
I’m hoping Roy gets the job, he really is the consummate professional. Anyone picking up the Money they do nowadays really has no way of giving anything but EVERYTHING whilst they are playing. Sadly lacking from so many @ Celtic since the Hun were liquidated – Disgraceful efforts since. Ronny was too nice to those dudes that undermined him.
The Donald was talking about TTIP, I have no interest in all these Global Political Machinations any more, most are not interested.
The chains are being slipped on the Global populace though. Try and Enjoy yer Freedoms whilst you can, point em to what you already know though.
I remember the Earth Summit with Rockefeller, Gorbachev and MAURICE Strong the New Ager. What is it with the name Maurice!!!!
Oh, and it will be quality to hear how Roy is Suited for the Job now on CQN if he is announced. ;))
God Bless the Mischief Makers:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ozj0qwnMGZ0&sns=em
Brendan, being a student of Tommy B, means he is likely to be the One, especially now that the Academy is about to bear fruit.
Kieran is just the first. IMO.
MACJAY 127
Since PL’s reputation for proberty,honesty,straight-batting all precede him,then-naw!
Proberty?
Erm,probity.
Malky McKay will do for me. Right man in the right place at the right time.
Here come the sanctimonious all looking to cat the first stone!!!!!!
“cast the first stone”
Quality Rudi Vata
I reckon Ronny Loves the Passion of Celtic.
I hope he is where his Passion is now.
If not – The Celtic FC will take a Bloody nose, in the Future when all is well.
Twice Daily
Those that cast aspersions/spells… They Don’t work. ;))
Bellsmyre.csc
Legends ALWAYS
BOBBY MURDOCH’S CURLED-UP WINKLEPICKERS on 13TH MAY 2016 4:56 AM
MACJAY 127
Since PL’s reputation for proberty,honesty,straight-batting all precede him,then-naw!
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Mate.
P.L. unquestionably deserves criticism as do the Board.
If we accuse P.L. undeservedly of actions he was not responsible for , that takes focus away from legitimate concerns and criticism.
eg. How in hell Ronny was permitted to stay at his post after presiding over a 20 odd million loss of income.
The time to act was immediately after our most recent European debacle.
Mind you , the majority on here were sticking it to P.L. and the Board when the real target should have been Ronny.
If there`s anyone on here who is prepared to examine their attitudes , then surely it`s you.
For future reference ,of course.
:-)
So many have had more than others.
Hopefully those Gifted……..
The video from PJBHOY – and he is likely to be unlikely. It isnae bullahooollashit.
The Chains are being……
C’mon the Jobo.CSC
Go out and Meet Every Celt.
Kevj.CSC
I hope its the worst ST uptake ever and the Ground is at least 90% full EVERY game.
tin soldiers
Brutal
I Hate people who use code to denigrate.
Every Brotherhood is Wrong.
MACJAY
It is not an undeserved accusation.
It is an observation based on previous behaviour.
My Dad is my Dad.
The Word, well the Father, he is my real Father.
I’ve tried to explain that to my own Son without him questioning ever @ that Time.
He was well young then.
Who knows what is going to happen in the Future?
NC: Much is made on social media about Rangers, the new and old club debate and what happened five years ago. There is also the Resolution 12 issue (Rangers being granted a license for the 2011/12 Champions League). What are your views on these matters?
PL: I respect everyone’s views and their right to have an opinion, but I have nothing more to say about that.
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Nothing more to say ?
He has said nothing and that is why the supporters have had to organise and fund newspaper adverts.
Tomorrow is nigh. No wait. That was yesterday!
MWD
PS
This reminds me of Regan when he said that supported would have their own opinion if it was newco or oldco.
Good morning friends and a Big Happy Friday the 13th from a dry, bright, calm and most pleasant looking East Kilbride.
MACJAY1 FOR NEIL LENNON on 13TH MAY 2016 1:34 AM
For days it was trailed here that PL was going to say something significant about Res12 in the Sun. It didn’t happen and then it’s suggested he talked for two hours about the subject but it was pulled by the Sun. He is then asked a direct question about Res12 by the Herald and says absolutely nothing. Join the dots.
Anyone to answers a question by say look,….
Is a patronising clown
Blair and Alistair Campbell stick in my mind with their listen you clown in educating you because you are thick
That’s how I preserve anyone who replies with that.
Mounting hoops ☘
Peter Lawwell letting people know the truth and telling it like it is, sticks it to the likes of James Forrest, Phi Mac, and John James, who have all been led a merry dance by level5, and now turn their guns on CFC, they are kite flyers and mischief makers, they make up stories to get attention, even BRT&H has become a troll, he is telling every one that PL time is up at Celtic Park, but can’t honestly say or give reason as to why? Just toeing the party line as they all do, PL has put everyone straight about what the score is, and plenty won’t like it, so be prepared for made up stories and down right porkies, and another character assignation on this mans credibility, for me he has been one of the best CFC signings ever, and long may he stay at CFC keeping us solvent and winning leagues. HH
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3588257/Bringing-Ronny-Deila-Celtic-boss-not-vanity-project-says-chief-executive-Peter-Lawwell.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490
PJBHOYNYC on 13TH MAY 2016 3:39 AM
TTIP could be massive. And I don’t mean that in a good way.
HH jamesgang
CONEYBHOY on 13TH MAY 2016 12:40 AM
Neganon
At least your govt was not formed over a water bill of 250 euro a year.
Scotland and the UK at least have adult politics
Ireland is a political child
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Now there’s some sweeping statements, and on a football blog!
To be honest he shouldent need to have answered this question, but the bloggers and trolls had that many believing there sheet talk, I suppose he had to, but even then this still won’t put them off, trust me.
http://www.scotsman.com/sport/football/teams/celtic/peter-lawwell-i-did-not-choose-celtic-signings-1-4126919
Tony
Yesterday you were telling those whose conscience wouldn’t allow them to renew to gtf. An unusual approach to reconciliation and building bridges. Now BRTH is a troll.
Quite soon you’ll be the only real Celtic supporter in the country cos you’ll have outed all the rest of us as trolls, orange Huns, entryists, agent provocateurs and students.
I rather suspect that at that point you’ll still manage to start a fight – in a phone box – by yourself.
There’s something of the McCarthy about your approach. And I don’t mean Mick or James.
HH jamesgang
Interesting to see how PL’s answers are transposed – depending on the paper!
Much of the discontent revolves around Resolution 12 and whether Rangers should have been granted a licence to play in Europe in season 2011-12. Where do Celtic stand on this?
We will say something on that shortly through our own means. We respect the views of all our supporters.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3588257/Bringing-Ronny-Deila-Celtic-boss-not-vanity-project-says-chief-executive-Peter-Lawwell.html#ixzz48W3A2Qia
Who would win a fight between tony Donnelly and tony Donnelly. ..
WITS
;-)))))
HH jamesgang