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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Tontine @ 3.11 pm.
Just read your reply, would be a pleasure to meet up on your next visit and the iron bru is on me! Still can’t believe your experience in the club, embarrassing to say the least.
Incidentally, all these gifts are displayed now, above the bar, must check out the Canadian ones on my next visit.
Apologies to all if I have posted this twice, red wine to blame!
HH
FB
Get a room with whom?
YNWA
DELANEYS DUNKY on 29TH SEPTEMBER 2018 12:33 AM
” Home is the sailor , home from the sea
And the hunter home from the hill. ”
Days a bit earlier than your`s were full of tales of the foundering of ships at sea.
This one was particularly harrowing as it was the Irish ferry .
http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/january/31/newsid_2505000/2505913.stm
Macew
I love the Dumbarton Harp Celtic Social Club. Wish Clydebank had similar.
YNWA
Macew,
Irn Bru has been changed. Best to get another soft drink. ;)
HH
DD-never mind
Weebawbabbity-sleep tight
Richard Ashcroft new album immense.
King Richard of Wigan
YNWA
FB
Sorry but I do mind.
Get a room with whom?
Ashcroft made one good album and has lived off it ever since
#hymns
DD-your new best pal
Opening a door Controversy
Wormwood.RFC
The Establishment will be destroyed.
Petec
Pretty Vacant converted me to punk at 12
Love John Lydon loads
YNWA x
PETEC-not in our lifetime
FB
Talk straight.
Not in masonic riddles. Strange
DD-Masonic riddles?are you kidding on
Well ?
Garry, I become very good friends with an older dude in work. He invited me into his car pool going up to Rosyth every day. Working. Basically Working as that is what the Lord wants us all to do.
We got pretty close as we were working together every day for a while. He is the coolest guy ever A mad punk Rocker and I’m basically shy and loved the Dance Music, he introduced me to so much cool and such anti establishment music I’d never heard of before whilst telling me without saying it…. stop looking into conspiracy stuff.
He was dealt the cruelest of blows when losing his wee Baby Fearne. He is a crushed Man but he carries on and a lot is to do with his Faith in the Almighty, His Mum regularly went and cleaned their local Church and what made me so sad was that she stopped doing it after that wee Angel was taken early.
We are all so very very Lucky.
Happiness
Bedtime-bsr will be so happy that this jakey is tired,nay mare bawbabiry.
Has one person on this site said one thing about a fellow poster being called a jakey?
BSR?
Fantastique track.
Oglach- Grace is a love song.
Garry,
The next time in The Harp will be good. I’ll try get Aidan up for it. Not sure he is into Drinking that much…especially not with his Dad.
Macew you are most definitely Welcome to join me and Garry.
Wan Thing is for sure, Tontine Tim wullnae need to bring any Money next Time he is in there. ;))
Grace – love song or a rebel song ?
I would say it’s both . Regardless of any labels we want to put on it it’s a great song beautifully written imo.
I like the wolfetones version and I also like this performance of it…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpL3yzZdUQs
HH
CaltonTongues on 28th September 2018 10:40 pm
Traffic News for tomorrow…
4 x Way Traffic Lights, Tonight at the Junction at Todd Street, Carntyne Road etc.
Drove up Carntyne Road and a Sign STATING this Road will be closed for 4 x days from 28.9.18.
Big Massive Road Churning Machine at the small roundabout next to Carntyne Square.
NohelicopterswereusedinthistrafficbulletinCSC
…………………………………………………………………………………….
The inconveniences to Celtic Supporters are increasing.
It’s like – Light Bulb moment!!!!!
KEEP THE FAITH in Our Lord the Shepherd.
I’m loathe to look ahead and the Aiberdeen game is the only thing to be Talking aboot……
but
I really liked Brendans dig @ Hearts.
In this Country that is Fighting talk.
CELTIC.
Bring them on.
Get into them
PETEC on 29TH SEPTEMBER 2018 1:28 AM
‘ are you walking with me or are you running with them? ‘ great lyrics from Wigans finest.
HH
DBHOY,
I have not heard Richard Ashcrofts whole album yet.
It will be full of Truth though, I’d guess.
If I drop all the tracks on Aidan without giving info……..
Remember he never wants to be associated with any of my Music…..
I know he will Love that wan for a kick off.
Petec
Nor have I but I’m looking forward to hearing it, surprised by the joy of it is a good opening single.
HH
It’s open to interpretation but I think he’s referring to Jesus in ‘ this thing called life ‘ really powerful tune you might like…
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=GgQo8vOlSN0
HH
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Morning Tims.
Its matchday get up, get out, get to Celtic Park and Support our team, O wait if you ain’t got a ticket to late its sold oot.
Today if/when we win our latest made up crisis will be put to sleep , however all over Scottish footballs wee world today pencils are getting sharpened, keyboards are getting cleaned off in triumphant hope of a sheep win.
Its up to the trifecta to stop it happening.
Mon the hoops.
Sad,sad news re MAH. Will look for a chapel as well as a bar showing Celtic here in Benelmadena but will say a prayer or two for him anyway.KTF.
Very sorry to hear of the struggle ahead for Murdoch Auld and Hay. I wish you strength for the fight.
DD VFR has booked a table at 13.00 today. I intend to be there. See you then.
The league is tighter now than for a few years
I am more nervous but also more excited as results mean more. Full house today. We need a big performance.
morning bhoys from a sunny Cheshire.god bless everyone in need.ynwa.hh.