We have spoken before that preliminary positions are being established ahead of the much-anticipated outcome of HM Revenue and Customs tribunal against Rangers with the possibility that, in the event the decision goes in favour of HMRC, the company could go into liquidation. This weekend brought a fresh attempt to pitch a positive scenario in favour of Rangers.
One newspaper sought solace in the case Parma, stating that the Italian club was allowed to re-emerge in Serie A after going out of business in 2004.
Unfortunately this is a complete misrepresentation of the facts, as far as Parma is concerned, precedent points to an entirely different outcome. Parma went into administration on 28 April 2004 after Parmalat, the dairy company which owned a majority of their shares, also went into administration. Parma remained in administration for three years before emerging after a successful restructuring of their debts. The club was then bought by a new company – but crucially – continuity of football operations was possible because there was no liquidation and debts were restructured in a way consistent with prevailing administration laws, that allowed a company to continue trading.
This, however, is not the end of the precedent Parma can offer Neil Doncaster and his SPL board. In 1968 AC Parma went into liquidation and disappeared from existence. They are an ex-football club, to use a phrase I can see creeping into the local lexicon soon.
Shortly after the failure and permanent disappearance of AC Parma, another club, AC Parmense, who were newly promoted into Sere D, changed their livery to match their better known former-neighbours and changed name to AC Parma. It was this club, AC Parma-formerly-known-as-AC Parmenese, who were promoted through the divisions and went on to win three European trophies.
Precedent from Italy is clear: if a large SPL club is liquidated an opportunity exists for Clyde FC to change their name, ditch the white shirts, rent a large, vacant, stadium and try to work their way through the leagues. Just as Airdrie United-formerly-known-as-Clydebank, are attempting to do.
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EDB
;-)
I’ve heard rumours that wearing snoods while carrying a man bag and learning the whitburn dialect is all the rage in ML2
HH
As I said guys, I’m not condoning Balotelli, but the treatment he receives appears to stem from the media’s portrayal of him.
The Shearer incident mentioned by Ulster-Celt above would point to there being double standards for the indigenous players as opposed to those from further afield.
Another example would be Scholes’ tackles, laughed at and excused as he ‘cannot tackle’ while others induce the scorn of the English media.
Right, I’ve suitably bored myself now stating the obvious.
Oiche mhaith
Árd Macha
Re. Badr El Kaddouri and article in Daily Record.
I just found his interview given to the Dynamo TV. Daily Record made it up. They are utter idiots of the highest order.
He told that did not like Scottish game but also said:
Journalist: But the atmosphere at Celtic Park – full stadium must be priceless.
BEK- Yes, this is fantastic. This is something I have never seen before. Whole Scotland is exciting with football. Tickets for our games played in Glasgow were always sold out early and buying them was almost imposible. Thousands Celtic fans were traveling with the team to support us in games played away from Glasgow. Celtic is very loved club in Scotland and it’s big honour and privilage to play for that team.
Journalist-You played few games for Celtic in September. After that you had worse time at Celtic. What has happened?
BEK- First one and half month I was one of first team player. Celtic coaches were very happy with my play. I scored goal against Glasgow Rangers. That was successful time for Celtic, not successful time for me. Club was promoted to Europa League competition. I could not play in Europa League and that meant for me no games. I could not play for first squad in league.
I must stress that I have no claims against Celtic. I spent fantastic time at Celtic. People were very helpful. They teached me a lot of good things.
I can blame only myself. I had thoughtime in my life due to three operations in last 18 months.
just looking at the develpmemts proposed close to celtic park in connection with the commonwealth games and east end regeneration, i’ll tell you what, its a hell of a lot more appealing on the eye than the flats i walked by on my way to and from the games as a kid.
http://www.web93.co.uk/MedicalDentalGlasgow.pdf
the change down parkhead way will be massive and celtic’s plans will improve it further
on selling players; no way should we even consider selling any none-fringe players, why would we weaken self at this stage in the season?
all fringe players should be allowed to leave whenever we get offered half decent money
Most interesting part of Regans tweet is that last bit about being able to discuss openly soon…..something afoot. If all was above board he could say he has looked at it and there is nothing to worry about. His teasing last words point to not all being as it should. Fingers crossed they are going to shafted from all directions.
twists
You hadn’t posted for a spell and I did miss your posts. I see you’ve not had it easy for some time now. Hope things are moving in the right direction for all your family members.
My dear,dear,dear,friend .. The Singing Detective
Ah Made a Mistake..
Ah shoulda Quoted..
Twenty Nine Milliion Guineas!
Fur years.. the Glesca Tailors used tae Price thur Made tae
Measure Suits… in .. Guineas.
And the Suckers who bought them… wur shocked tae
find that…
When they goat the Bill.. which wuz fur.. Twenty Guineas.
The Suit Hid cost them..
Twenty WAN…Pounds!
Kojo
yer pal.. who likes ye bettah than Pan Breed.
Zbyszek says:
23 January, 2012 at 21:32
Thanks ,for posting that,good to hear the truth
for a change.
twisty
running …watch yersel auld pal
Hope the green traffic lights huvnae been smashed up in larky. Thats what usually happens when the knucklle draggers get upset and a big GREEN & WHITE ASDA will def upset them!! GREEN & WHITE uniforms, GREEN & WHITE trollys, GREEN & WHITE flags and banners all over the place? Oh deary deary me.
Whens the grand GREEN & WHITE opening?????
Dont be surprised if Everton linked with Jellylegs tomorrow.
HH
Did you know that the African Cup of Nations is on next year also.
Moving it to an odd year so that it doesn’t clash with WC.
Good African players ar going to play a lot of international football.
Playfdg
Re all the talk about players at Rankers allegedly having 2 contracts, and having to register them with the SFA, If one of them was for image rights would it still be applicable?
Guys
My translation from Dynamo TV is poor but I wanted to give you proper picture of Badr El Kaddouri and show how stupid the journos from Daily Record are.
Summa of Sammi
I now remember that I get spams from many job portals from UK. Three years ago I was registered on one of them. I think they might have my data from there.
Thanks.
ElDiegoBhoy
:-) No, my all girls are not here.
testing testing
Voguepunter
Excuse me, but by your good moniker…do/did you frequent the Vogue bar on
mainstreet Rutherglen? and if so did you know the late George.C ex proprietor.
Great guy.
clashcitybhoy
HMRC now pursuing this with EPL clubs and they are bricking it!
Cup Semi Final
Anyone heard how tickets sales have been going for the weekend.
got one today and hope for a good atmosphere.
mmm
pfayr- The CL and SC being paraded round Hampden, would I not like that? :-)
ASonOfDan@21:35
Apparently an ‘in the know’ West Ham fan has twittered that they have agreed a £7m deal for Jelavic
Piquionne could be part of the deal by all accounts
AWe_Naw
It all makes sense now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RanchoFranco says:
23 January, 2012 at 21:38
I did mate lovely big guy,got on well with him
and all his brothers,especially wee John.
Vogue /PF
Ha – ok – running was a bit of an exaggeration. In horsey terms – a trot would be more apt.
EDB – Aye I wasn’t posting – was feeling sorry for myself. In the huff! Seriously I had all sorts going on. Some low down cumbag stole our horse syndicate money – several thousands of £££££, then my credit card got hit for £4k (got it back no prob) but strangely with the missus having serious health issues, the money was incidental.
I dealt with it all but if those cheating scumbags waltz in with a mere 10pt deduction, I’m gaun aff the nearest bridge:-))
Bhoy67,
Welcome… Christened already!
Rancho,
Pure juice compadre
PFayr my friend Mr Semple moaning about PF’S and clerks not having papers ready.
Hope you are well.
Really disturbing
*** SCUMBAG SCUMBAG
Apologies for the unfortunate typo!!!!!!!
A son of dan
Yeah, I have heard that, but, my question not about HMRC.
It is do image rights or promotional contracts need to be registered with the SFA ?
Twisty.
Congrats on the promo buddy.
MWD
IF the Huns were operating with double contracts they must have been taught by Derry City..
twisty
disgraceful language
ceaser67 @ 21:35
My bro called me this afternoon to tell me that the Asda in Larkhall will be changed to blue and white. He works for CBES (Willie Haughy’s firm) and they do a lot of stuff for the supermarket chain.
How pathetic is that? Even worse than Asda would lie down to the bigot’s demands
Pablo
JimmyQuinnsBits says:
23 January, 2012 at 21:41
Bhoy67,
Welcome… Christened already!
my right of passage to be in amongst you lot.
honours mine
cheers
mm
share
WDH
fine …self?/
James Forrest……12.24……THAT is the BEST post I have ever read on CQN ….. Justice, and the pursuit of Justice pre-empts commercial (or any other) consideration…..as a Club we have been ‘resisting’ for decades…….out Board know that, and will be working in the background to ensure we, and every other Club in Scotland, have a future ‘level playing field’….
Scottish Football would not ‘survive’ unethically allowing a team to play in SPL…..I was going to say that any Club with any character would ‘take their punishment’, but we won’t go there….THAT would be a non-starter…!!!!….LOL…!!!
..and Traynor & Co are only trying to save their jobs….they have only survived by promoting hatred…
Again, well dome James Forrest and other posters like Auld Heid, Gordon J (and MANY others)
Paul67,
Any spam filter that hones in on Twists and my posts must be very good.
Not being sarcastic when I say thanks for your efforts. Not just for my problem today but your continuing and ongoing efforts on imoriving all of our daily lives.
I hope that it eventually cuts down on your daily efforts surrounding the blog and improves the qaulity of our daily reading.
You are a gentleman and it is very much appreciated.
Thanks
Awe Naw
twists
So sorry to hear of what you’ve had to endure. I had no idea of the troubles you’ve experienced of late.
Take care my friend.
Ten Men Won The League
Two hours ago on Bosnian website.
Jelavic: I have heard about the interests from West Ham United and Queens Park Rangers but this is only transfer talk, with no details on the table . No concrete offers were recieved from these clubs. If I got something concrete I would have conversation with people from my club.
This is from longer interview