Before you get carried away, let me remind you: Our Premier League record of 25 consecutive wins in season 2003-04 came to an end at home to Motherwell, the game after a memorable European victory over Barcelona. Our 2007 win over European Champions, Milan, was followed by a harrowing game against Gretna at Fir Park, where the soon-to-be-liquidated minnows held the lead until the 87th minute.
The last 10 days have been mentally and physically exhausting for the players: a League Cup quarter-final victory, humbling Newco, then raising the bar further against Anderlecht, all three games away from home. There will be a natural drop-off in endorphins, even the coaches will find it difficult to squeeze determination to climb another summit so soon.
A home game against soft-looking Hibernian is exactly how 57 game unbeaten domestic runs come to an end.
It’s always a bit disconcerting to see the media report a story of discord at Newco, conditioned, as we were, by the blanket of control Sir David Murray shrouded news outlets with while at Oldco. Now news that Brother Pedro has banished Kenny Miller from the Newco first team squad.
Kenny is the innocent party in all of this, apparently. Troubles are the manager’s fault.
Miller, “a guy who lives and breathes Rangers (sic.)”
You and I both know that Pedro, Kenny and everyone else at Ibrox are woefully under-resourced to compete at the summit of the Scottish Premiership. That’s the only important part of this story, and the answer doesn’t lie on the pitch or in the dug-out on match days. At best, the person responsible for that is watching games poolside in South Africa.
All that campaigning to unseat the Easdales was for this. It’s a Brexit-style self-delusion, with an inevitable outcome.
Celtic FC Foundation, Great Scottish Run
I can’t tell you him much I appreciate the generous support ahead of the Great Scottish Run this Sunday, for the Celtic FC Foundation. As I said yesterday, we are not only about winning trophies, and the Champions League, this club is has deep roots in helping our fellow those in need.
I’ve never made porridge in Malawi, or fed the poor in Haiti, not would I know how to engage with Autistic kids, but you and me can do our bit for those who have the responsibility of delivering help where needed. What I can do is run on Sunday and ask for sponsorship. If you can help, do so at this MyDonate page.
Thank you.
The CQN Podcast: A Celtic State of Mind (EP14) Champions League Special
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:))))))))))
Oh my its a beautiful morning .
My spirits are lifted .
OLDTIM
Would it be okay for me to drop into the BV for an hour or so pre- match ?
Good Morning Bhoys a nice day for the battle of the Greens I think this will be a tough game without Broonie and Armstrong however,I expect Bitton to come into the midfield. I also expect to see Dembele for at least part of the game I hope we keep the same back four as we had on Wednesday I think it will end 3-1 to the hoops. H.H.
MARSPAPA.
looking forward to seeing you, I”ll be in around one.
Looks like we’ll see how much Broonie makes to us and Scotland …also Armstrong .
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Replying to @celticfc @Leighgriff09
BR: “@ScottBrown8 and@StuArmstrong16 won’t be available for a few weeks. Light strains so it’s unfortunate for us and@ScottishFA.”
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BR: “We don’t think it’s overly serious but obviously it puts them out the game tomorrow and of course the international games.”
3:12 PM – Sep 29, 2017
Right here goes, another attempt at second guessing Brendan.
The shutoot King.
Big Mick Rabona.
Dedryck Bhoyattheback
Wee KT
Paddy.
Cal Mac.
Ollie.
The Aussie Assassin.
Skippy.
Moussa.
Griff.
A wee welcome home to Neil n Effe, hope you enjoy your return.
4 nil the Hoops.
Griff Sinky Moussa @TAA.
H.H
Oops dont worry he’s no back Skippy should be Sinky DOH.
H.H
Marspapa.
Celtic First.
Celtic is dynamic.
14:00 is gonnae be so exciting Again.
Jozo will probably be Playing. :)
The guy is just massive. We have one of the best CH’s in the World with this dude, IMO ofc.
Flights & accommodation booked for a wee trip to Munich. Unfortunately I am heading out on my own and without a ticket to boot. If anyone can help out I will reward them with copious amounts of Dunkles and Bratwrurzt. Predictions for today, 3-1 to the hoops with Lenny giving us a wee scare until the last 15 mins.
MiT
I got moderated (for a crime I did not commit!)
A-TeamCSC
You’re now the sole remaining class sook ya big zoomer you!!!
HH jamesgang
MARSPAPA.
I’ll be in before 1.00 pm, more like 12.15 pm, Fed up watching the clock, I could have a couple more drinks in the BV if I get in earlier.
PETEC on 30TH SEPTEMBER 2017 9:47 AM
CBN,
I reckon Spajic will be on Brendans radar. Incredible courage. Great heart. Probably too pricey now.
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Courage or stupidity? It’s a fine line. Cost them the game?
Probably a few changes today. Dembele to get some more playing time. McGregor due a start, either directly for Brown or maybe for Rogic and Bitton in for Scott? Maybe Forrest in too. Wouldn’t make any more changes than that though.
For the first time I’ll say I hope Ambrose is playing :-)
Hard fought 3-1 win.
Terrific result for Sevco last night .
Keeps the hilarity that is Pedro’s caravan on the road for another wee while .
CBN,
I hear you.
I thought he was excellent up until the injury. Pacey CH’s are important.
They had a stand in Manager.
I think Celtic can get 2nd.
What do you reckon?
Big George … you still in a band ?
Which instrument do you play ?
Fred
His caravan is a pothole away from going of the road.
If anyone knows the current whereabouts of any of the following could you ask them to send in their Week 1 pick for LMS9 please. We are STILL waiting on the final 13 choices.
Por Cierto, TheLurkinTim, Thunder Road, SCAM, Moonbeams, Jeez_I_Thought_Blinker_was_pants, Big Jimmy, Liam, SetantaBhoy, HenriksHaircut, Cowiebhoy, Cosy Corner Bhoy and Blantyretim.
Thank you
Jamesgang
Mike in Toronto has a good case, if making no sense constitutes grounds for deletion, as he did once post that he’d prefer having Chelsea’s Kanté to having Messi in his team!
Thought Macjay was the victim of mistaken identity by Mod 2 earlier, who was maybe unsighted by the old cut & paste technique, though he could appeal to the video ref we have on here, Paul67, if he wished.
Thier next two potential potholes are StJ away then Don’s at home
Their not thier
Whatever the indefatigable Neil Lennon’s place is in the pantheon of Great Celtic Managers, he was in charge when Rangers died. No one’s going to forget that!
Friesdorfer
I have a ticket for you for Allianz Arena. See you later in Paradise.
HH
Is that a word THIER if yes what does it mean. I got bye spell check
Just going into Sharkeys bar shortly to pick up my ticket under the guise of PAUL H :)))
OLDTIM i’ll be in before 1.
I need to leave in time to meet HOT SMOKED at 2-30
at the corner …ACGR has kindly given me his ticket for today ….
BTW , thats fellow CQNR’s warned where and when i’ll be today :))
Could be quiet in the BV & Corner …..till later peeps
Catchyeez …..a 1-0 thrashing will do me …..
DD,
Brilliant G. See you at Paradise!
HH
Beatbhoy
;-)
HH jamesgang
Marspapa
See you later. Think the coarnir will be busy today, as we pay our LMS entry fee.
Just on the Arbroath Emerald CSC bus now en route to CP, a full and happy bunch we are too.
Looking forward to a great day at Paradise.
HH to one and all.
Friesdorfer
Safe journey, see you soon.
HH
And the caravan exits the hard shoulder, for now.
Hoping for a straight forward 2-0 win today
Tis just brilliant bein a Tim at this moment in our ongoing history.
Paul67
if i were the late Jimmy Reid i would say in my best shipbuilders voice
‘there will be nae drop off in Endorphins.:-)
we work to get a wee bit better each time.
nothing forgranted,nae cheatin
Celtic victory for me today please.
HH
DIXIEBHOY
Sorry to read of your friends passing.
RIP JIM NELSON.
Prayers said for the repose of his soul and for those he leaves behind.
Looking forward to a keenly contested game today, Neil’s a great motivator of players but I hope and expect we will have too much in the tank for the Hibs defence.
Welcome back Neil, you’re lace in our history is clear but no pals on the park:))
Celtic to run out 2 goal winners..
Mon the Hoops..
I see sevco are world beaters again.
Good.
Pedro must stay (if only to give us the comedy moments).
Quoted on here earlier, in a different context.
‘Beauty is truth, truth beauty,’ – that is all ye know on earth, and all ye need to know.’ John Keats.
I remember reading that above the entrance to the SPFL offices at Hampden. Front and centre of their vision for the Scoddish ‘game’.
https://spfl.co.uk/clubs/rangers/
Delaneys Dunky
I’m on my way to the BV , hav’nt bought you a beer since “Munns ” bar Partick .
My shout today bud.