I was delighted when Dundee were awarded the vacant place in the SPL in July last year. They are a club with an outstanding history (check it out here) whose fans have suffered poor performances and downright bad decisions since the finished within a point of Dundee United and Aberdeen, and were relegated from the Premier Division in its first season.
With a latent, considerable-sized supporter base, by any measure they should be a secure SPL club. Only Celtic, Sevco, Aberdeen, Hearts and Hibs have more fans, although Dundee United may have closed their historical gap.
If Rangers had not been liquidated Dundee would currently be in the First Division, most probably at or near the top. Barry Smith would be getting ready for a final push for promotion. Promotion came too soon, they are miles adrift and will be relegated unless Hearts go into administration, suffer a 17 point penalty and make players redundant.
Sacking Smith and appointing John Brown, in political terms, could be described as a brave decision. ‘Mad’ is another word you could use. Reports that (suffering) Dundee fans, and shareholders, are in revolt at the appointment, should surprise no one. John Brown’s very public performances last year marked him out for his communication skills, ability to plan and make considered decisions. Put him in charge, and you know what you’re getting.
Should we beat them tomorrow, spare a thought for those in dark blue in the corner of the stadium.
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macjay1
He made the contrast between censorship of a certain Irish folk song, against the lack of censorship applied to the posts made by Kojo, and TSD. Personally, and I think Canamalar would agree with me, all should be free to post, and then we can all cast our judgements thereafter.
That an Irish folk song was deleted due to an argument raised by Ntassolla should be a concern for us all. It’s a sign of the times.
Censorship is being applied subjectively, which is a clear sign of regression if you associate it with 20th Century fascism, or an even more worrying scenario that it’s rearing it’s ugly head – 21st Century Oppression.
And on that note, time for me to hit the scratcher as I must head to the sheepie land tomorrow, where the grass is green, and the sheep are grey :))
I have one last thing to say:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3hHbpCdRt8
I thought the song debate had withered on the vine and peace had befallen the blog.
http://youtu.be/m_HnBac5jWs
I really feel that due to the turmoil at Dundee with Barry Smith’s departure and with the hunger and confidence in our squad, tomorrow will see a thrashing of October 57 proportions.
See you all for the game
FFM
As usual,a thoughtful and considered post.
Your comments reminded me of N.Z.,where men are men and sheep are nervous.
Hope the censor`s not about.
The old Roman quote:Quis custodiat custodies?
Who`s censoring the censors?
Can we have a small dose of fascism on the blog to balance the opposing viewpoint?
How about Horst Wessel?
Rule Britannia?
G.S.T.Q.?
I bought Creedence`s first as a single.
Proud Mary.
Have a good trip.
macjay
So aside from all that bumff that you are perfectly entitled to say, you are first and foremost, a capital A Moonhowler :))
Am not going to ask you who Horst Wessel is? I’m going to assume that he’s the father of the finest breed of Aberdeenshire sheep…..and no doubt also produces some good sausage !
uhuhuhuh. Think I’ll be a veggie while I’m up there – the chips are mingin’ :))
FFM @04:22 I’ll effin “humility” you.
“who objected to the lyrics”
“Ntassoola!”
That’s a rewording of my “what has your post to do with Celtic?”
So too is “due to an argument raised by ntassolloa”
You’ve read all the posts tonight, so don’t do the attrition thing.
A wee techy tip.
Celtic site:http://www.celticquicknews.co.uk – will furnish you with all mentions of the word Celtic on CQN only.
For the site archive which CQN maintain public.
Substitute the word Celtic with “Neil canamalar” and you will behold all occurrences of the word “plonker”.
Spotiyfy (or your laptop) connected to a good surround sound or hi-fi is priceless. A 2 quid cable.
Especially, if, like me, you recognise your foibles to the extent of instating a soundproof room.
The estate agent, who took up my challenge on the fee structure, told me a guy who viewed my place was very enthused of this room. His other half not so.
Fortunes Favour Mibbes
05:14 on
24 February, 2013
macjay
So aside from all that bumff that you are perfectly entitled to say, you are first and foremost, a capital A Moonhowler :))
Mate.
The sun is out in Sydney.
Only one moon howler here.
Away aff tae yer kip.
BTW, I’ll need to get some supermarket shopping tomorrow on my way up. That American Werefolf clip is what I’ll be like in the Owburdeen Asda tomorrow evenin. >:((
Bloody annoying sheepies >:(( Before I eat half of Aberdeen’s Sunday shoppers alive I need to get rid of the rozzers. Very simple. I tell them the truth, and that I’m on my way, and they suddenly find a need to answer the 999 calls coming from the other end of the city. Got to love the rozzers :)))
The other half of Grampians’ Finest will be reading this and quickly applying for overtime under the new United Rozzers of Salmondville act, for work at Celtic Park tomorrow, where they can get bullet points for lifting 10 yr old Tims for wearing a smile during these years of hun tragedy.
But little they know I have a feeding fest planned for the Sainsburys of Scotia next month.
Feck, I’ve said too much. I could actually be arrested for this kind of talk. “Humour, does not exist, in this dojo, does it? No, First Minister !”
Ntassoolla @ 05:15
Er, ok.
:))) don’t know who you’re trying to kid with that post, but it is VERY funny.
Cheers bud.
The world is changing fast… Too fast… Scotland is joining the race to the bottom. I will not post my old favorite from The The, Heartland… But I will quote another music genius…
The USA is a country of laws: Badly written and randomly enforced. (Frank Zappa)
Roll on The Bomber…
Hopefully Bomber will be put in his place Sunday?
That would be good…
Or does that hope have too much of The Rebel about it?
I think Bomber Brown could actually be a Drone/Robot.
Interesting Tims!
Interesting Laws.
Even more interesting divisions…
Wake jump Bhoys..
macjay
No worries. In some cultures, being called a moon howler is a compliment.
Enjoy your sun worshipping, amigo!
PJ Got up to early here and all that’s on the tellie is cashcab
PJ look up in a broken dream on itunes brother in law covered it with all profits going to teenage cancer trust
Going to bed late WDH…
What is cashcab?
Btw remember a couple of years ago there was a few moderators, removing posts from everyone, their granny and even each other?
What is the collective noun for moderators?
A Mod?
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=ubRhnnQUyfM&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DubRhnnQUyfM
Cash cab is a quiz that takes places in a NY Cab sleep well
In a broken dream? Will do…
Off to sleep bud.
KTF
Take care.
Good morning CQN
Miki67
My friend in Celtic stays strong and most of all stay positive
I have just been on the long treatment road with my wife
With great results
God Bless you and your family
Just off to early mass then get ready for the game
Come on you Bhoys in Green
Glasgow Green and White
Keep the Faith
Hail Hail
Any front page headlines about berwick
Morning all, small snow flurries in the cooool Chiltern…
If Dundee wanted to escape demotion you’d have thought several weeks ago they would have replaced their Manager with one of the many wylie, experienced ex-SPL mangers who seem to be kicking their heels.
How about during the mini break, when a veteran could have come in, got to know the squad and strengthened the team for the challenge ahead.
Seems a strange decision, the fact that John Brown was part of the team whose defiance, intransigence and obstuctivenes meant when Dundee got the nod they had no time for proper preperations for life in the SPL.
Still adds to the pleasure of a Tic victory this afternoon!
Bonnie Dundee 0 – 3 Glasgow Celtic
Morning all from the Med!
It’s snowing – again!
Back to the football today.
A nice reception awaits the Bummer!
HH!!
I loved the fact that for ten years or so our support continually embarrassed theirs by its positive responsible approach.
I am unsure why folk are now rising to the bait and not continuing to take the high ground.
It seems proving some ‘political’ points are much more important to some than celtics continued success.
That seems a pity to me as a simple Celtic supporter who is not embroiled in looking for enemies everywhere
Ok In Funchal Madeira. Where can I watch the game today? I know you won’t let me down! HH
Ah! Tallybhoy, we’re at home, forgot these are the Televised games from Parkhead.
Make that – Glasgow 3 – 0 Dundee
See Berwick had to endure refereeing decisions and had to endure Sectarian singing at their home ground.
Should change their name to Berwick Celtic….
Got a much better ring to it anyway.
BMCUW:
Apologies, I shouldn’t post then not wait around so only just clocked the invite for next Saturday.
Sounds like a plan to me. Will suss train times and confirm an ETA. Looking forward to it…
Mon Celtic. Lets give the Bomber a right doing…
Could Be A Bit Of A ‘Kicking Match’ The Dae….
Following The Change In Management…
In The Ranks Of The Oppos…?
No Doubt ‘Canamalar Kid’ Brown’s Shell-Shocked Charges….
Will Be Anxious To Impress Their New Boss…..
And Will Be Inspired By His Pre-Match Team Talk….
Tae Get Stuck-In Tae Them ‘Uppity F*nian Persons’……
I Was At Parkheid The Last Time The Dandy Dons Triumphed There…
The Good News Is….Ah Wullnae Be There The Dae….
But Snug In Ma Abode…..
Bringing To Bear Ma Astounding Psychic Powers…
Tae Influence The On-Field Proceedings
And So Facilitate A Satisfactory Result….
Fur Brother Walfrid’s Finest Legacy….
P.S. ‘Ena Sharples’…..About That Itch…
Ah’d Get It Seen To Directly….!
Ain’t That The Truth…..Virginia..?
Looking forward to the game..would like to see mcgeouch given a start.
Also want to see young george or atijic get 20mins aswel.
Anyword on what the Greem Brigade have planned ? Difficult situation for them at the moment.
Regarding celtic statment on last home game… I dont buy into it. I dont see why the GB woulc lie about the things they have said, i think there love for celtic is alot stronger than the suits.
Morning Celts
Eight weeks on the Kano 125 sponsored teatotal- athon minus last weekends trip back home to Derry :>)
I’m hoping for a good performance from the Celts today and an opportunity for some of the young uns to get a game, 3-0 will do.
They don’t sound very sorry. I thought they were disappointed?
From the Sunday Herald.
Rangers sorry over sectarian chants
Helen McArdle
News Reporter
Sunday 24 February 2013
RANGERS Football Club has apologised and spoken of its dismay after two fans were arrested amid controversy over sectarian chanting by its supporters during an away match against Berwick Rangers.
A number of offensive songs were heard from the section of Shielfield Park housing travelling supporters at the Irn-Bru Third Division match, which was broadcast live on ESPN.
Northumbria Police said there had been two arrests over sectarian chants and video footage was being reviewed. Officers said legislation covering sectarian chanting applied to travelling fans and was enactable outside Scotland.
Rangers issued an apology while the match was still ongoing after ESPN microphones picked up the offensive chants. A Rangers spokesman said: “The club is disappointed by certain outbursts of inappropriate singing by a section of the support at Berwick.
“Our fans have been excellent this season both home and away and we do not want to see this tarnished.”
Rangers boss Ally McCoist said after the 3-1 success: “I didn’t know anything about it until I came in after the game.
“Our supporters have been nothing short of sensational home and away this season. If they were a little bit out of order today, I apologise.”
He added: “I think we’ve all come a long way in recent years – We have to continue the good work that’s been done before.”
ESPN presenter Ray Stubbs said the broadcaster was contacting the police over the issue.
Rangers TV presenter Andrew Dickson also tweeted during the game, urging fans to “grow up”.
He then replied to other Twitter users: “If those who think what was sung in the first half is acceptable, they should look at 99% of the users on Twitter who disagree with them.”
Superintendent Tim Smith, of Northumbria Police, confirmed that they had made arrests and were reviewing footage of the match.
He said: “We identified that some chanting had taken place, we’ve taken video evidence of that to do follow-up inquiries and, in addition to that, two people have been arrested for that offence today.”
Smith said video footage would be passed to the Focus (Football Co-ordination Unit for Scotland) team from Strathclyde Police.
However, the force also praised the majority of fans at the game, who it said were “by and large” good-natured.
Finished Sons of Anarchy series 5 last night amazing stuff, need to have a look around for the next tv series to watch.
Any suggestions?
http://tirnaog09.blogspot.ch/2013/02/the-dark-sludge-of-sectarianism.html
And from the sludge appeared the zombies…
Morning all.
Burnley78,
I agree with every word. Simply supporting Celtic doesn’t seem to be enough for some people. Poor them. They miss so much, imo. Let the other lot obsess with matters extraneous to football. Mr Stein and Sir Robert Kelly set the standard, again imo. Our manager has asked them to desist too.
Let’s hope we win and handsomely this afternoon.
“more then a club” or just a football team ?
Starry:
Thanks for the link, a really good read.
They can at least claim one aspect of continuity twix Old and Newco; same old huns, same old bigotry…
sally hopes it will be an ‘isolated incident’…….que…!!!!????
Something wrong with the site ?, something tries to download when I open up CQN ?
Good morning friends from a dry and windless East Kilbride. Looks a wee bit cold but plenty of jumping about 3 – 4 hours from now should help.
Jobo
67Heaven … I am Neil Lennon..!!.. Ibrox belongs to the creditors
09:22 on
24 February, 2013
sally hopes it will be an ‘isolated incident’…….que…!!!!???
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“Is that once a game lasting for 90 minutes” isolation?
HH
CRC
Neil canamalar Lennon hunskelper extrordinaire
Ive been trying to get you on Skype for a week whats your name on it?
Hows things going out there anyway? and are you going to the wedding?