It’s all politics. Not actual politics, in the strict definition of the word, but clubs’ dealings with the SPFL and SFA is mostly about politically manoeuvring in the direction to win your argument.
Experienced political operators will tell you not to fight the same people on too many points; pick the important areas to win and take a few defeats on the chin. Box the SPFL into a corner by not charging season ticket holders for entry into play-off matches, and you’re onto a sure win. But all SPFL clubs are members of the SFA.
They all like being given their place. If I wanted something important from the SFA, like exemption from the rule prohibiting directors of a liquidated club from subsequently becoming a club director, I’d concentrate on that and ask politely for permission to let season ticket holders into games.
But I realise there are different types of political animal. The consensus political animal is effective in certain times, then there are those who have a self-righteous tone to rules. It’s their way or the highway. To paraphrase Bob Shankly, pure, athletic, Thatcherism. Britain wasn’t ready for Thatcherism 30 years ago. She won in 1979 and lost lots of votes second time around in ’83, but the Labour vote split. The 80s were lean. For some.
Scottish football is in for a period where a self-righteous entity will muster its forces. The media coverage will reflect what we saw in politics in the 80s. The consensus operators must stand firm and unite.
Thanks to all who entered the Magners completion for premium tickets to the Dundee game tomorrow night, the winner will be notified within the next 30 mins, so check your email!
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Skyis
Safe journey down fae the Highlands.
See you soon buddy.
Danny
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EetwFCFWTa4
lymmbhoy
for you sir
Celtic Fc – Celtic Fans – Green Brigade – We Love You – Celtic v Inverness 24/08/2013 – Celtic FC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YM4bMZ74PPk
tully57
11:41 on
1 May, 2015
An Tearmann
It is indeed.
Took my Dad there a couple of years ago and we had a 1 night stop in Derry on way to West Donegal. Watched a Celtic game in there.
The old fella was taken back in time…..when he used to come over to Scotland to work in the 50′s, they got the Derry Boat. It was all West Donegal men from the Rosses & Gweedore.
Of the 2 establishments in Waterloo St, the Rosses men would go to one and the Gweedore men to another…..not sure of the respective names at that time but over time this custom led to the bars being called Dungloe and Gweedore!
tully
Brilliant part of the town which oozes character & history.
Yep your not wrong there mate.i was quite young,only remember the Derry boat where the cows were downstairs and rocky sailings with people praying that the boat would make it into Shantallow dock.That boat ran for years and is one of the main reasons Glasgows irish are primarily of Donegal origin.I was to wee to go to the Pub,but my mams cousin lived in the bogside and always had the tea on(tay on lol).
On this side my Aunt had a lodge house in the Gorbals in 40s &50s were Donegal men,mainly from Termon(an tearmann) stayed a week or two until they got a job(hydros/Tunnels/roads)and moved on.Someone was always sent down to the boat to collect whoever travelled over.
:-)
HH
Good afternoon fholks!
Just downloaded the Ronny’s Roar song by Johnny Mac and the Faithful.
Top tune, hope Ronny is a fan and it get’s belted out full blast at the game tonight.
HH
EnnisBhoy
West End of East End
11:56 on
1 May, 2015
Read on Keith Jackson’s twitter page that the decision on the G & SL has been put back to next week. Any bets on the result coming on election day or when some woman has a baby ?
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BOOM!!!!!!! :)))
100% agree
Green Brigade Junior Capo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aq2J146riTI&feature=related
I had a dream last night that we were defeated 1 – 2 by Dundee but went 10 points clear. Obviously my subconscious arithmetic needs work.
tom mclaughlin
09:03 on 1 May, 2015
I won’t be in Paradise tonight because my dear mother is being received at the chapel at 6pm where she will rest under the watchful eye of the angels prior to her requiem mass and burial tomorrow morning.
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Thoughts and prayers for you and your family Tom over the next few days.
PC67
TOM McLAUGHLIN
I echo PEDROCARAVANACHIO’s sentiments. A difficult time for you and yours,look after your Dad,mate.
Tom McLaughlin
Sorry to read about your mother. May she rest in peace. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Celtic director in silencing media shock
http://www.irishtimes.com/business/media-and-marketing/denis-o-brien-action-against-rt%C3%A9-adjourned-until-may-12th-1.2196624?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
HH
DD
Thanks.
Train just pulled out of bleeptly.
HH
Heading into the BV around 2ish and going for something to eat. Hope to see some of the Grey Brigade later for a few.
Kikinthenakas
The SNP are beginning to realise that they could potentially be seen as the Tory kingmakers in this election.
Isn’t it fascinating how things work out?
As one of you said to me last night that’s democracy.
Celtic supporters supporting racist bigots and allowing the Tories to win a general election.
Wow.
Who’d a thunk it!!!
Kathy Mattea with Dougie MacLean – Ready For The Storm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wv4Wpychxh8
till later all
Nursery run
An tearmann ah but it’s not the scottish media! Celtics silence over the JG show trial.
Stunning! To be expected but stunning.
PL and DD nestle into the back seat of the bus and pat the seat beside them to invite the celtic support to take their rightful place.
new article posted.
https://twitter.com/heraldscotland/status/594099841845895168
the cheat fix is in!
HH
skyisalandfill
12:20 on 1 May, 2015
DD
Thanks.
Train just pulled out of bleeptly.
HH
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Quality ‘gg would be proud. :)
Song for the journey
http://youtu.be/gwOmYNvISnM
Best turn it down though
HH
Neganon2
Just a quick one, as I need to boost…
Firstly, I hope u are keeping well.
Secondly
My understanding is that Ed will not get involved in a coalition with SNP ( as he said )
But will work with them on a vote by vote basis.
SNP will not be kingmakers for the Tories.
Need to run…
All the best
Creepy acolyte;-)
An Tearmann
Great stuff my bhoy.
My Dad was one of the Tunnel Tigers in the north of Scotland.
A few good stories there…..to be discussed over a pint one day!
HH
tully
JD Sports in Stansted proudly displaying the Celtic Tshirt front and centre! Magic
LB