Olivier Ntcham stole the show with a stunning free-kick goal for France under-21s against Bulgaria last night. Celtic’s midfielder came on as a 75th minute substitute, not long after teammate Moussa Dembele was subbed off.
Olivier has been capped by France at every age group since under-16. It is a mark of the expectations we have for him, and Moussa, that they are exposed to the demands of the Allianz Arena, despite Olivier having less than 50 senior games under his belt, and Moussa having less than 100.
At similar stages of their development, expectations of Kenny Dalglish and Henrik Larsson were considerably less, while contemporaries, Stuart Armstrong and Tom Rogic took years to reach peak form.
What we have seen from Olivier, and to a lesser extent Moussa, is a glimpse of their potential. Playing for Celtic, with its unique mix of expectations to win every domestic game, indifferent domestic opponents, and regular Champions League football, provides a great opportunity to polish potential into the finished article.
Young players will get first team opportunities in less demanding games, while 18-year-olds like Anthony Ralston will be asked to get stuck in against PSG. I doubt any other club can offer a better environment to develop talent, which explains why we can attract Moussa, Olivier and Odsonne Edouard.
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A Celtic State of Mind presents its 23rd instalment of insightful discussion into the culture of Celtic Football Club, the city of Glasgow, and fans of the reigning invincible Scottish champions.
Paul John Dykes is joined by Bafta-winning documentary director, John MacLaverty, and Scottish comedian, Phil Differ.
John’s Lisbon Lions documentary – Glasgow: 1967 – is an incredible celebration of Celtic’s European Cup win 50 years on.
Phil has been a staple part of Scottish comedy for decades, and has worked on such iconic productions as Scotch & Wry, Naked Video, City Lights, Rab C Nesbitt and Only An Excuse.
The CQN Podcast has gone from strength-to-strength over the last few months, and there are many more guests lined up in the months ahead from the world of sport, music, film, art, broadcasting, literature and politics.
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DD,
I’ve never been a dude that headers the ball, Aidan is now really adding it to his game.
He is battling hard to get a header.
Kouassi Eboue Time is upcoming. :))))))
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PETEC on 12TH NOVEMBER 2017 11:53 PM
The suggestion is that it’s the repeated heading done in training, rather than the infrequent heading during a game, that does the damage.
But it’s all just speculation at the moment, they don’t know anything for sure.
EL,
Thanks for the info dude.
Do you think Celtic can go far in the Europa L this Season?
Is this the 1?
Pete
I ended up in the Sufferin General after a head clash on a fitba pitch when I was 18. Still got a lump in my head from it. Never been the same since.
Pete
It only takes one match.
Love the Welsh Bhoyos Stereophonics. Their new album out soon.
DD,
Aidan played for the older Dumbarton team down in Alexandria, they put him up front to keep him out the way. :)))))
He got knocked out but had scored a goal. I knew it was serious when he didn’t remember scoring when I asked him.
Aidan is a very private person, getting info out of him is impossible. :))
He has played 3 magical games in a row and that makes me very happy.
Vumptma
WYWH
Hebrew.CSC
Bikes without engines are alright.
To all fundamental radishes
Ye hypocrites are these your pranks
To murder men and give God thanks
Desist for shame proceed no further
God won’t accept your thanks for murder.
Robert Burns 1759-1796
Listen
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PQF6x_FgnJ0
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HH
Praise You
Bravest
Such an amazing track
Sinead has such a voice
Pete
Amazing track about an amazing town of Derry. Need to visit there again. Great place.
Liam Miller
I never had any problem with you leaving us.
Manchester United, nuff said.
I can’t imagine what you’re thinking now, but if its any comfort that we are all emotional about you now, then i hope it helps a wee bit.
DD,
Never been, I know yer good pal Danny resides there.
He is a Legend.
1967
RAS,
For sure the CQN crew are Praying for Liam.
This Crew is awesome.
Petec
Yeah, if an atheist can pray.
Trying it for Liam.
Pete
James McClean epitomises Derry.
Proud Unrepentant Fenians.
They lived through Bloody Sunday.
Imagine that in Dumbarton or Clydebank?
There by the grace of God.
Rascar Capac on 13th November 2017 1:07 am
Petec
Yeah, if an atheist can pray.
Trying it for Liam.
………….
Dinnae be saying that.
Lauren is now Believing because she will see wee Fearne again. David is losing his Religion. Frankly, I expected it. I have no idea what to say.
POY
Delaneys Dunky on 13th November 2017 1:14 am
Pete
James McClean epitomises Derry.
Proud Unrepentant Fenians.
They lived through Bloody Sunday.
Imagine that in Dumbarton or Clydebank?
There by the grace of God.
………………………………………………
G-thang, Celtic are Rocking.
We must be as humble as possible.
The bhoys coming through. :)))))
Awesome days ahead Garry Bhoy.
Petec
i know how you feel, well I think I do.
But do you want me to lie?
EILS
Pete
These are possibly the best Celtic supporting days of our lives. Cherish it every day till I die.
Rascar Capac on 13th November 2017 1:21 am
Petec
i know how you feel, well I think I do.
But do you want me to lie?
…………………………………………………….
Brother, I said to the boy that played against the EK team, his team got beat 6-2, I said to the Black lad who had had an excellent game. “Well played young man”….. The awesome dude came back and shook my hand. I was humbled.
An incredible attitude.
Delaneys Dunky on 13th November 2017 1:24 am
Pete
These are possibly the best Celtic supporting days of our lives. Cherish it every day till I die.
………………………………….
DEFO
Petec
I love your love of your boy.
I have watched my nephews playing football and been bored outama tits.
Really wanted to be interested.
Prodigy
Pay Close attention. Abraham Issac.
CQN.CSC
RASC , I dinnae think you are an olde skool fitba fan.
You are definitely some Man.
Awesome contributor to this Site.
Petec
I have never been on a school trip in my life. Money.
My nephew is trying to decide whether to go to Morocco or not.
He was googling the Atlas Mountains to decide.
Its nice they have this now.
Good morning friends from a pitch dark but allegedly dry and crisp East Kilbride.
Good morning CQN from a cold and clear East Devon.
Hi Bhoys
A very HOOOOOOOOOOPPPPPPPPPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO
PARK ROAD 67
Use your bus pass wisely
KEEP THE FAITH
Word of The Day (The period just before the Sevco AGM and appointment of another no mark ……)
antebellum /ˌæntɪˈbɛləm/
adjective
1. of or during the period before a war, esp the American Civil War: the antebellum South
Word Origin and History for antebellum
adj.
also ante-bellum, from Latin phrase ante bellum, literally “before the war;”see ante- + bellicose. In U.S., usually in reference to the American Civil War (1861-65); first attested in a June 14, 1862, entry in Mary Chesnut’s diary.
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KTF
HAPPY HOOOOOOPY BIRTHDAY to
PARK ROAD 67!!!!!