I know lockdown is causing much anxiety, but can you imagine being in Newco chief exec Stewart Robertson’s shoes these days? He must have known the gig was up when he decided not to release his ‘evidence’ before clubs were able to send proxy vote to block his EGM resolution.
I’m sure he hoped the SPFL would announce they have enough votes in the bag, allowing him to flounce off, instead of substantiating his claim, but those he wanted sacked at the League will want to see this play out as much as the rest of us.
He even has Graeme Spiers calling him out as the weakest man he’s met in football. For a man in his position, “weak” is the most damning word, it will resonate with those whose support he relies on. And let’s not forget, he has tens of millions to find to continue trading though next season, by comparison, this SPFL mess is like a July Walk on the Queen’s highway.
From what I hear, Stewart is a decent bloke, one made for less complex times. His strings are almost certainly being pulled by some sinister Geppetto character. If he fails to produce his ‘evidence’, this afternoon’s Premiership club meeting will be an excruciating, if not humiliating, affair. It will all be over soon, Stewart; you hang in there.
I’m sure we would all like to congratulate PSG on winning the ninth title in their history and seventh in eight years yesterday, apart from that Neymar character, of course. The story for Scottish football in how the French league finished is the third place finish of Rennes – who could only manage a fourth place finish in the Europa League group Celtic topped.
While we are not in PSG’s class, we more than held our own against a French and Italian sides in the Europa League this season. Like Celtic, Rennes will enter the Champions League qualification round next season.
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HAMILTONTIM
So sad to learn of the passing of Helen.
I remember CQN from the early days and she was a regular poster and always had a great take on any of Paul’s topics.
Thoughts to you and family.
HAMILTONTIM
Just read your sad news sincere condolences to you and your family , stay strong
St Mary’s in Irishtown Clonmel opened it’s doors yesterday for private prayer, it’s a Church & area steeped in History where the Irish dwelled outside the walls of British held Clonmel. The Church itself in penal times was a bastion of Catholic resistance to British efforts to extinguish the Faith in Ireland,
I was aware that Helen was close to dying and this was a very appropriate Church to go & say a prayer & light a candle, which I did.
After a few seconds the light seemed to die but as I reached out to relight in, it burst back into life & shone brightly.
I like to think that this is a good analogy in as much we as a Celtic Family are now grieving for a wonderful Lady & a Legendary Celtic Supporter.
A light has surely gone out just now and our hearts go out to Chris & Helen’s family at this dreadful time,
But that light will come back & Helen’s memory will shine brightly forever.
Hamiltontim so sorry to hear of you loss, I had the pleasure of meeting Helen on a couple of occasions a very warm and caring person, thoughts and prayers with you and the family, God bless
HT
So, so sorry to read of Helen`s passing. A wonderful woman who will be sadly misses.
Jim
Rest in Peace Helen…..you reached out and touched hearts …..and made the world a finer, kinder place ….
Chris you never walk alone ….condolences to you and yours ….
NB
Hamilton Tim – Really sorry. Heartbreaking news.
HT
I’m so sorry to learn of Helen’s passing. You were both so welcoming to me when I first joined CQN.
It was clear that you were made for each other, and so her passing so young is harder to accept. The Celtic family has lost a really lovely lady
RIP Helen.
HAMILTONTIM
Just read the sad news of Helen’s passing, sincere condolences to you and your family.
Dan
I only met Helen on a few short occasions at CQN dinners and the corner and “knew” her a little through her posts on here.
She made an impression on be as being the epitome of a great woman in the Celtic spirit. Lively and fun with a drive to “do something” about a cause that she believed in.
My sadness today must be minimal compared to that of Chris and his family and close friends but it is real nonetheless.
May she be granted eternal rest and may Chris take some comfort from all the expressions of love and sympathy on here and, in time, from the happy memories.
HAMILTONTIM
Chris – so sad to read about the loss of your lovely Helen this morning.
She was one of the first Ghirls to volunteer for our Demonstration lines during the Club’s dark days 26 years ago – we often laughed about the funny escapades from that time, when we met up, at various Celtic charity events over the years.
A kind, friendly and generous lady who will be sorely missed – my thoughts and prayers with you and the family at this sad time.
RIP Helen.
Helen R.I.P.
Condolences to Hamilton Tim & family.
HAMILTON TIM,
Chris, sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Helen, devastating news. I’m so glad you were able to be with her during difficult times.
Rest In Peace Helen. May perpetual light shine upon you.
Helen RIP,take care Chris,a match made in Paradise, some truly wonderful posts on here.
Praecepta- hope you and yours are well HH
HAMILTON TIM
Condolences to you & your loved ones.
May Helen RIP.
HT
Chris may you get the strength you need at this time.
When I think of you and helen,it is of you both roaring with
laughter among friends at cqn corner after helping someone out for tickets.
Your beautiful wife and friend is a massive loss to the Celtic family.
So sorry to hear of your sad news HamiltonTim. Thoughts with you, your family and indeed all CQNers dealing with the loss of loved ones at this time. May they rest in Peace.
The boy jinky formally of this parish has left a wee floral tribute to Helen outside Celtic Park
Thanks a Bernie 💚💚
BT
TBJ/Bernie you’re a good man,God bless.
HT.
Condolences on the loss of your wife.
In my thoughts.
☘
HAMILTONTIM,
So sorry the hear the sad news about Helen.
YNWA.
Hamilton Tim
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Helen will be fondly remembered by all.
God bless.
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I’m fine Martin – researching subjects I’ll probably never need – it keeps me busy!
Trust you & the family are all well?
H!H!
The last time I saw Helen was at the unveiling of the An Gorta Mór statue winner in the Barras. As always, she was running around sorting things out and raising money for another good cause. Many people are credited with having a heart of Gold, but not many showed it as much as oor Minx1888 💛
Just seen The Bhoy Jinky’s lovely tribute at Celtic Park, couldn’t be more fitting. Well done sir.
All good here thanks J,coping as best we can,stay well HH
It’s been a few years since my last post on here but always read the pages.
Hamilton Tim (Chris),
Such sad news, I’m so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Take care and God Bless m8.
Requiescat in pace Helen.
😢🙏🏽💚
Corkcelt @ 10.39
Beautiful tribute and memory
TBJ – Bernie if looking in, that is fantastic, what a hugely generous effort at this time
Praecepta & Richie, so good of you 2 to pop in and leave your memories as well
💚💚💚
Chris , my condolences to you and all Helen’s family.
May Helen’s soul rest in peace and eternal rest grant upon her.
The saddest news.
Chris,
Lost count of the number times you along with Helen have gotten Celtic fans into Celtic Park on my behalf with precious tickets for big games.
There are no words which are adequate this poem attributed to Mary Frye, might help in your unimaginable grief.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
I am the starshine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I do not die.
BSR
Very sad to hear of Helen’s passing.
Met her a couple of times in both Dublin and Glasgow and found her to be a very pleasant and friendly person..
As has been said,her and Chris have helped many on here over the years with tickets and lifts etc involving Celtic.
I am sure that kindness to relative strangers extended beyond their interaction with fellow Celtic fans into all aspect of their lives.
May Helen rest in peace and may Chris find the strength to carry on and live the life she would have wished for him.
Hamilton Tim
Difficult to find words adequate enough to acknowledge your loss. May God bless you all and give you strength. RIP Minx1888.
YNWA
Hamilton Tim—-dipped into the blog and saw the news about Minx.
That you are bereft does not cover it, but you were together in love for as long as God gave you.
It wasn’t long enough for both of you.
If anyone ever asked what Celtic supporters looked like,I would point them to you both.
I will say my Padre Pio novena tonight, that he might hold her in his arms.
HamiltonTim
sad, sad, news
i only met you in person once or twice but that deoesn’t matter – sincere condolences
be strong & keep the faith mate
HT… So sorry… Thoughts and prayers
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