The decision to play both League Cup semi-finals on the same day lies with Police Scotland. The SPFL’s contract to use Hampden stipulates these games must take place there, unless the police object. The broadcasting contract with BT Sport also stipulates the games must be scheduled to take place that specific weekend, so delaying one game is not an option, as it would clash with other fixtures.
The police initially declined to authorise to Celtic’s Champions League qualification game with Arsenal, as U2 were at Hampden on the same evening. The “What kind of outfit cannot police two events in the same city on the same day” line won the day on that occasion, as pressure was brought to bear. I suspect the police anticipated the same reaction if they objected to the semi-final times.
No one really wants this, but it was always on the cards.
Aberdeen were pretty shocking against Hibs on Tuesday night, not that this is any consolation. They withheld 120 minutes of pressure without conceding – perfect practice for tomorrow’s visit to Celtic Park. If we are off our game, we will struggle.
I wish I knew what took place in the dressing room at halftime on Wednesday. From second half kick-off Celtic were a transformed team, chances flowed and the goal eventually came. If it was a tactical change I didn’t detect it. Was it really as simple as a change of attitude?
Whatever it was, it needs to be replicated, not just when the tea cups are flying. Ahead of Newco’s visit to Celtic Park we were in considerable trauma on and off the field, but there was a correct belief that this game was ideal, as it would focus minds on what they were best at.
It has been left to Aberdeen to deliver a title challenge for the last four years. They are our most accomplished opponent, so we can hope for a performance matching the one against Newco.
At the Great Scottish Run on Sunday one group of us will do the 10k and another the Half Marathon. We will on the streets of Glasgow with the Celtic FC Foundation logo on our chest, to support the work of the Foundation as it prepares for the winter. It is a great thing to be a part of, but the hard work of the Foundation starts when the fundraising ends on Sunday.
If you can offer support, please do so here.
Thank you.
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Men who wear shoes and no socks are for the watching.
Delaneys
Is there a table booked for Coias
FB
Who?
YNWA
WITS
Fredo finds space for Dub Tims.
No probs D
YNWA
DELANEYS DUNKY on 28TH SEPTEMBER 2018 11:50 PM
Your generosity of spirit is a lesson to us all .
Weebawbabity-not a lot to follow then ,you following everyone else mate?
MacJay
Saint Pauls and Stella Maris Whiteinch CSC
Oranj Persson was that the fast tricky winger the old huns signed
and then used him to track wee jinky the whole game fouling tugging
you name it till the wee mhan flattened him with a solid right hook?
8-))))
H.H Mick
FAIRHILLBHOY , not following everyone else my friend, just the ones who mention me , like where’s weebawbabitty, as a said hope all is good my friend ??
seriously, do we know what boyata said to beaton?
DD-he’s a good Tim,so don’t call him a prick?What if he’s not a good Tim?????
Weebawbabity-think we both know we’re not friends,so spit it out?
Weebawb
How you doing amigo?
Imagine Kev was Celtic CEO replacing bean counter Lawwell.
Great dream. ?
YNWA
FB
You lookin for a skwerr go?
Haha
Goodnight lads
God bless Peter Lawwell
FAIRHILLBHOY, not friends ??it’s a blog mate , kinda trying to get on with you , up to you , suppose theirs hope for me yet , a mean you slaughterd big packy on here recently, but !! Now you and him on sentinel celts are BEZZIES ! Please please can a be ur pal , please !!! ????
CLUNKS-we still don’t know what super salary said to Lenny ?
DD, am good m8 hope you are well bud , Know for a fact you are genuine HH
Weebawbabity-show me where am best pals with anybody on that site ,civil yes.keep trying
DELANEYS DUNKY on 28TH SEPTEMBER 2018 11:58 PM
MacJay
Saint Pauls and Stella Maris Whiteinch CSC
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:-)
Same influences.
Heart in the same place.
But slightly different ideas about how to reach the same outcome.
Stella Maris.
Uncanny , D.D.
You always seem to hit the right button.
Our Lady , Star of the Sea.
The Parish in Largs where my uncle was P.P.
DD , FAIRHILLBHOY always looking for sq go s
Genuine????
Irony ???
Weebawb
I know you keep it real too.
YNWA
Still waiting stirrer
celticrollercoaster on 28th September 2018 9:58 pm
Good evening fholks
I have been corresponding with Murdoch, Auld and Hay to find out how his battle with cancer is coming on. Sadly it is not good news
“Hi Marc
Was up at clinic today with brothers & sisters
Nothing they can do except offer me the chance of a clinical trial only If I pass their assessment,
As both chemo & immunotherapy failed & tumour has got larger, and not holding out for much hope
They gave me 8 months life expectancy so have to try & make the most of it
Might be off to Dublin in the Green this month lol
If you can Marc put something on the blog I would be very grateful let the ghuys know
Stephen HH”
God Bless Stephen, I pray that you have the strength and power to continue to fight this and eventually beat this evil disease
HH
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MurdochAuldandHay,
You are Wan Brave Fenian Man.
HH Bro.
I know the circumstances are different, My Mum got diagnosed with cancer and I was so worried about the aftermath and rebuilding the immune system was my only thinking after she went through Radium treatments, Camu Camu I already knew worked wonders for the f*cked immune system, mine.
gallagher’s suggestion might be worth looking into. I have no idea but stay strong. I hope to see you for a beer and a wee vodka in the Horse and Barge if Celtic get 10 in a Row.
DD -ffs get a room?
FAIRHILLBHOY, GNGB , remember my friend, it’s only a blog don’t lose the rag , hope all is well with you and family ???all tims together
https://www.joe.ie/music/bbc-wouldnt-let-rod-stewart-perform-a-beloved-irish-ballad-because-of-its-anti-english-overtones-642382
Sir Rod banned from singing Grace at the BBC….absolute joke
And if you do decide to go and join The Lord Almighty MAH. Probably the best ever blog name on CQN!!!!!
Sorry for my last post.not tonight
Weebawbabitty- don’t ask after my family
FAIRHILL BHOY on 29TH SEPTEMBER 2018 12:18 AM
CLUNKS-we still don’t know what super salary said to Lenny ?
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And as Lenny has refused to tell us, mcmoist is still demanding to know what he said…… #gardener
MacJay
My mammies brother Jimmy Delaney was a sailor. We prayed to Stella Maris in Saint Paul’s Whiteinch for his safe homecoming every Sunday whilst your mammy played the organ beautifully.
Happy Days
YNWA
!!BADA BING!! on 29TH SEPTEMBER 2018 12:27 AM
https://www.joe.ie/music/bbc-wouldnt-let-rod-stewart-perform-a-beloved-irish-ballad-because-of-its-anti-english-overtones-642382
Sir Rod banned from singing Grace at the BBC….absolute joke
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Absolutely right.
And all credit to Rod for publicising the fact .
CLUNKS-it will be in a book one day ?
MAH: if you are coming to Dublin, please let me know in advance. I will do my best to meet up with you.
DD: Apologies. I completely missed your post. Up to my eyeballs at the moment. In Barcelona and going to match v Bilbao later today.
Was booked to come over on 28th Oct but FTSFA league cup semi @ 7:45 has put paid to that.
Talk to you before Christmas.
JMcCormack: Hope u meet up with WITS to collect ticket.
FAIRHILLBHOY, good night my friend, god bless you and and all tims DD respect m8