How frustrating is it that we could control the game against Newco for 90 minutes yet still put our finger on the self-destruction button? It is equally frustrating that this level of control has been absent against so many lesser opponents. Why that is, is a question that will asked around these parts for years.
I liked the balance of our play: controlled, with sufficient cover that the defence was never stretched. Ryan Christie stuck to his role, without trying to win the jackpot every time in possession.
Mohamed Elyounoussi scored with a glorious diving header, should have added a second and was a constant threat when linking with his strike partner, Odsonne Edouard. Odsonne created the goal and would have doubled the advantage, but for his shot hitting the undercarriage of McGregor in the Newco goal.
When is a trip in the box not a penalty? We both know the answer to that. VAR has not removed controversy from the English game so I do not anticipate it will solve our problems here, but surely, surely, the trip on Odsonne would have resulted in a penalty awarded under video review.
VAR would also have seen that Alfredo Morelos was red carded for his attack on Stephen Welsh, we await to see if the SFA video review panel is sufficiently motivated to act.
Season 2020-21 will not be remembered fondly for our goalkeeper performances, however, Scott Bain’s save from a Kent volley yesterday might just count as the first impressive save of the campaign. I cannot remember another.
I have praised Jonjo Kenny here but it was clear from early on yesterday he did not enjoy the step up in expectation. Years from now you will be reminded that he conceded a corner that led to the Newco goal while in possession around the halfway line and a familiar pain will emerge. What on earth?
The stat of this Celtic team: four of Newco’s last five goals against us were from set-pieces; three corners and a free kick into the box. Martin O’Neill, who added analysis for Sky TV, must have had been dismayed. His teams were seldom known for their passing game but they all understood how important it was to attack a set-piece.
Newco were no more than ordinary. They had an exerting European tie on Thursday and could easily have conceded three or four goals, but they left with a point, surprising no one.
And for anyone living in the west of Scotland, this whole over-celebrating a point thing defines them to a T.
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LIONROARS67 on 23RD MARCH 2021 9:56 AM
It’s an interesting point. We can assume by Rodgers’ comments that neither he nor Congerton was behind the signing of Shved although they clearly identified Castagne.
As the SMSM go into overdrive with regards to one form of racism, surely it is incumbent on the SFA to come down on all forms of racism? After all, the current manager of their national football team was subjected to the sectarian variety whilst manager of Kilmarnock. Will they continue to condone Scotland’s shame by ignoring it?
LEFTCLICTIC
Sorry to read of yer wee Ma’s passing , shell be up there keeping an eye on these “strange men” you talk to on the internet.
The Grandsons feel sad for you ” the big friendly giant”………Alas, they never came back to the Bhoys .
Take care P.
MNCelt & Philbhoy,
Thanks for the advice.
Mr Salford – correct and good point well made.
Scotland is happy enough to unite behind a convenient facade – ( epitomised by The Toilet Block)
Racism is a horrible phenomenon.
scoddland’s reaction to it speaks volumes and shows where folks from our community comes in the pecking order.
Scotland’s Shame.
anti irish racism
https://twitter.com/i/status/1373202128890703873
what a picture.
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The Great Charlie Tully leads out the Celts Four leaf clover
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News wires reporting Broony has verbally agreed to join Aberdeen. Announcement expected today.
Leftclicktic
Very sorry to read about the loss of your mum. It’s a terrible loss. RIP 🙏
MAJESTIC HARTSON
From last night.
The child maintenance element is not usually to contribute to any potential amount of mortgage one can obtain, however, when looking at afordability of payments the cost of dependents (children) is relevant. Having evidence of child maintenance means they can balance or score off these costs so that the test of affordability for your ex has more room and the mortage could be passed.
So, not used for amount of mortgage but to balance affordability of repayments.
Hope that helps HH
Saint Stivs spending a lot of time in Largs..looking for a house down here?
Leftclicktic
Sorry for your loss YNWA 🍀
PHEERSY on 23RD MARCH 2021 11:09 AM
Saint Stivs spending a lot of time in Largs..looking for a house down here?
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I just like the drive down for a different view, no way I would live down there at them prices.
allthough I do like the development doon at seamill.
This is the starting point, the Slavia player is innocent of racism. Unless someone can prove his guilt, he is innocent. He has been accused tried and condemned all too quickly for my liking. If it can be proved, and that’s a long stretch going by everything so far, then he should have the book thrown at him, but, come on,this is the proof so far, “he covered his mouth”, that isn’t going to work, there’s need to be so much more than that, por cierto.
So when McCoist covered his mouth with his hand, he was making a racist comment to NL.
Why wasn’t he charged?
GEEBEE1978 @ 9:50 AM
Just listening to the BBC podcasts where they’re waxing lyrical about Lee Congerton and his recruitment at Leicester – much-maligned Lee Congerton at Celtic, may I add?
Funny old game…
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Geebee – good one.
First thing that springs to my mind …
.. perhaps the guy is actually quite good at his job when he operates within a certain price bracket ?
Leicester’s signings in the last two years have ranged from £6m for James Justin up to £40m for Tielemans.
Lots of business in the £15-30m bracket.
Unfortunately, not where we are.
Stay where you are, Horribles have been out in force past 2-3 week ends bonfires and fireworks they even put banner up on one of the bridges “can you see us now Fenian scum” and something about 55 not sure what that was all about..
new article posted.
ERNIE LYNCH on 23RD MARCH 2021 8:59 AM
FOURSTONECOPPI ‘STILL STANDING FOR NFL’ AND SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE on 23RD MARCH 2021 8:50 AM
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It’s great to have The Old Firm rivalry up and running again.
Peter Lawwell and his boss must be very proud.
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So this murder is down to Celtic heirarchy?
Obtuse!
stick to denying An Gorta Mor on behalf of you beloved union idiot.