The second half last night will be remember for the fact that right back Mikael Lustig came within the width of the crossbar of scoring a hat-trick, while left back Emilio Izaguirre also hit the crossbar – and was caught offside in the centre forward position. The movement and energy levels required for this type of performance cannot be overestimated.
Adam Matthews’ goal on Saturday, when he burst a lung to cover half the field and get on the end of a move as it developed on the opposite wing, is another example of how physically taxing playing for Celtic is right now. And just as importantly, how taxing it is to play against them.
Motherwell competed as best they could before hitting the wall and capitulating.
Kano
I knew the minutes’ applause for Kano was coming last night, but it was a hard moment nonetheless. Sannabhoy read a letter at halftime from Martin’s wife, Carolyn, explaining the family’s appreciation for what the Celtic family did for them.
It’s appropriate for us to return our respect to Kano’s family, and to Sannabhoy and his Kano Foundation colleagues. They got the charity work ball rolling for so many of us. They gave us the opportunity to aspire to become better people.
There’s a link at the bottom of the article to sign-up for CQN11, where the work to build another school kitchen in Malawi goes on. You are part of an incredible community. Be there.
Just a brief note on Honest Dave King’s recent claims. He will become a director of newco Rangers in the event the forthcoming EGM votes him so. I’ve no doubt he will be able to find a NomAd to work with him, not all have the same standards, allowing the company to retain its listed status with him as a director.
It is also true that the SFA cannot stop him becoming a director. They do not have a Fit and Proper test, they have fit and proper criteria, which directorial appointments are measured against after they are appointed.
Despite all we’ve seen in come out of Hampden over the last few years, I would be amazed if the SFA board approved a tax convict and former director of a club which broke tax law, player registration rules and went into liquidation. It’s not even a remotely tenable suggestion.
After the event, the SFA would be in a position to penalise newco Rangers – most probably through a fine – and instruct them to dismiss King. King, of course, has all the humility and self-awareness required to apologise and resign without a fuss. There’s no way he would use his well-marshalled media campaign to try what Craig Whyte and Charles Green did before him – play to the gallery, blame all his ills on an ‘anti-Rangers’ conspiracy.
Note how the media campaign is rolling out King comment and press releases as definitive news, not subjective claims. Note also that Easdale press releases are being covered by the media, but that pantomime-hate figure, Jack Irvine, is being attributed as the source.
Note that Mike Ashley and Derek Llambias are saying nothing. They’re just going about their business. You don’t need crystal balls to see how this one is going to end.
CQN11 St Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance is on Friday 13 March, at the Kerrydale Suite, Celtic Park. The focus of an excellent night’s entertainment will be funding the construction of a kitchen at Chibwata Primary School in Malawi, for Mary’s Meals.
Email me if you would like to reserve a ticket, celticquicknews@gmail.com or book directly via the links at the bottom of this page.
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Yet still no word on Friday’s carnage from the SFA?
Did we get a fee for Kayal or was he free(ball) to go?
Paranoid tim alert ….why are all last nights game highlights up on bbc webpage but not the hoops…..
MaybeitsjustmeCSC.
macanbheatha Oscar Abú
Ibis Castle street sorted , thanks for the belfast tips
HH BBhoy
glasstwothirdsfull – Right. I’m on strike. (thumbsup)
Phil getting a bit carried away there. On the You Tube video it is clear that the “rioters” that were banging the front door were being kept at bay by a couple of cops and stewards. A bunch of neds for sure but worst case scenario was them smashing the windows or the heads of a few luckless custodians. They were the usual plastic hard men that posture and rant and rave but who are clueless as to what to do next. Can’t imagine for one minute they had any dreams of taking over the control tower.
CRAIG THOMSON will referee the Celtic v Sevco League Cup semi-final at Hamden a week on Sunday.
He will be assisted by Graham Chambers and David McGeachie with Calum Murray acting as fourth official at Hampden.
I thought Boaby had the gig.
Kewcelt1888
Will you be giving advice on what to do in the garden? Or explaining the concept of ‘leave'(not plural):-)
Welcome
HH
Kewcelt88
Just nipped back in to say ‘Welcome’ and. . . .
Ye couldnae make that up!!
Marcus Fraser loaned out to Ross County till end of the season.
philbhoy,
Might be enough pressure was brought on by the outraged Celtic support on timternet
Phils latest, nothing new….t’was ever thus…
Tweet from local paper in brighton
Celtic midfielder Beram Kayal is on the brink of joining #bhafc according to a source in Israel.
Gary67 – was just about to ask where the rumour was coming from.
I think we will get McGinn from St Mirren to replace Kayal now
kewcelt88
14:32 on 22 January, 2015
Newly signed up and just posting to say hello to everyone here. HH
Welcome to our wee friendly blog. Hail of hail
Canamalar
We do have some influence then!
Interesting.
Waiting for news when your wife is in surgery really is about as bad as it gets!!!
Just made a call to the ward, all went well, she is now recovering well!.
One very relieved Bhoy.
So, JG clearly no desire to remain in the SPFL. Shame but money comes before trophies for most players. Obviously thinks there will be better options. Hope we don’t see any badge-kissing between now and his departure.
Have there been any Sally sightings….??
Kewcelt88 – hope you are ready for the usual question.
!!bada bing!!
14:57 on 22 January, 2015
Hope so. Available on a Bosman as well, although we’d be due to pay a development fee.
Sign him and let him stay at St Mirren until the summer.
Doc,
Best wishes to Mrs doc
HH
Doc
More good news on a good news day!
Wonder if ole green fingered Sally is working at Dob bies?
Raith Rovers selling direct to Hun supporters to ensure they get paid.. Love it
Big Sammy the Greek god. . Is going to Saudi Arabia apparently.
Ross County have completed the signing of the released Celtic central defender Marcus Fraser.
The 20-year-old has committed until the end of the season to become manager Jim Mcintyre’s third January recruit.
Fraser, a Scotland U21 international, made one start and one appearance as a substitute for Celtic.
He spent the first half of the this season on loan at Cowdenbeath, playing in 13 matches for the Championship team from Fife.
Kewcelt88
Have you seen Ally in the Gardens?
TRIFC should be “Cannon Fodder” for the TIC..
Albion are on the brink of signing Celtic’s Israeli midfielder Beram Kayal.
Kayal has agreed terms with the Seagulls, according to a source in Israel.
The Argus understands he will complete his move to the Amex tomorrow, subject to a medical, and will be available for Sunday’s FA Cup tie against Arsenal.
Kayal, 26, is out of contract at Celtic in the summer.
The versatile Israeli international has played 131 games for the Glasgow giants since joining them from Maccabi Haifa in 2010, including Champions League and Europa League appearances.
He has drifted out of contention since Ronny Deila became manager at Parkhead.
The Argus reported earlier this week that Albion were keeping tabs on Kayal.
His progress has been tracked by the club’s Northern scout, Darren Wrack.
DeniaBhoy
14:58 on 22 January, 2015
So, JG clearly no desire to remain in the SPFL. Shame but money comes before trophies for most players. Obviously thinks there will be better options. Hope we don’t see any badge-kissing between now and his departure.
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I’d leave him out from now on if that is the case.
Play the ghuys that want to stay.
Sami .. Come home.. I miss you!
Darren Fletcher seems to have plenty of suitors daaaan saaauffff
Gary67
15:05 on
22 January, 2015
Ross County have completed the signing of the released Celtic central defender Marcus Fraser.
The 20-year-old has committed until the end of the season to become manager Jim Mcintyre’s third January recruit.
Fraser, a Scotland U21 international, made one start and one appearance as a substitute for Celtic.
He spent the first half of the this season on loan at Cowdenbeath, playing in 13 matches for the Championship team from Fife.
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Disappointed
You guys wi the dreadful snooker puns, give it a rest…
Gary67
Are we getting a fee?