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Video: Celtic legend tips Ange Postecoglou for Man United job

Jason Pettigrove — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:08:33 +0000

Currently sat 11 points behind leaders Tottenham with five losses in their first 10 games, Man United manager, Erik ten Hag, finds himself under incredible pressure at present.

Compare and contrast his position with that of Ange Postecoglou, who has taken over the reins at Spurs and turned them into one of the best teams in the division.

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Coming from Celtic, it’s not unfair to suggest that not much was expected of the Australian in his first season in the Premier League, so just how well Tottenham are playing has probably shut a few mouths.

Another former Celtic employee, Chris Sutton, speaking on the All Kicking Off podcast, was unequivocal when asked who should replace ten Hag should the Dutchman be sacked by the Red Devils.

“Big Ange,” was the immediate response, before he went on to discuss why.

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Video: Celtic Park erupts as home side take lead in Champions League clash

Darren Looney — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 19:24:38 +0000

Celtic have taken the lead in their Champions League clash with Lazio thanks to a goal from Kyogo Furuhashi.

The Scottish champions would be considered the weakest team in their group but have made a promising start against Italian side Lazio.

The goal came after just 12 minutes as Kyogo was played through on goal and finished off the move with not the best of finishes.

The goalkeeper should have done better but that does not matter to the home side as an explosion of noise occurred as the Scottish giants went 1-0 ahead.

Kyogo Furuhashi blows the roof off Paradise ?

Celtic take the lead against Lazio!#UCL pic.twitter.com/RHeJRRKW2T

— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) October 4, 2023

Silky smooth from Celtic! ?

Kyogo Furuhashi finishes off a lovely team move. pic.twitter.com/EZmbnFtIP2

— CBS Sports Golazo ?? (@CBSSportsGolazo) October 4, 2023

Celtic team news to face Motherwell

Connor Holden — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Motherwell (4th in the Scottish Premiership) take on Celtic (1st in the Scottish Premiership) on Saturday 30th of September, at Fir Park, at 12:30 PM (BST).

The last time these two faced, the game ended in a 1-1 draw at Celtic Park. Goals from Callum McGregor for Celtic, and Kevin van Veen for Motherwell.

Motherwell lost their last Scottish Premiership game, losing 1-0 to Rangers. The only goal of the game being scored by Cyriel Dessers.

Celtic however won their last Scottish Premiership game, beating Livingston 3-0. Goals from Reo Hatate, Matt O’Riley and Daizen Maeda for Celtic. Joe Hart was also sent off in the 28th minute.

How to watch Motherwell vs Celtic

Date: Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Kickoff: 12:30 PM (BST)
TV Network: Not broadcast in UK
Venue: Fir Park

Team News:

Celtic will be without goalkeeper Joe Hart after his sending off against Livingston last weekend. Celtic will also remain without Stephen Walsh, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Maik Nawrocki and Liel Abada through injury.

Predicted XI:

Motherwell: Kelly, Casey, Mugabi, McGinn, Spencer, Paton, Miller, O’Donnell, Spittal, Bair, Slattery.

Celtic: Bain, Taylor, Scales, Lagerbielke, Johnston, Hatate, McGregor, O’Riley, Maeda, Furuhashi, Forrest.

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Furious Brendan Rodgers pushes steward away who floored a young Celtic fan to the ground

Mehdi Gokal — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 18:40:15 +0000

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers won the hearts of many as he displayed a heartwarming act of kindness after today’s game, rescuing a young fan from stewards’ intervention.

Following Celtic’s 3-0 victory against Livingston, a young Celtic fan ran onto the pitch.

In a viral video, stewards can be seen tackling the young child to do the ground before proceeding to grab him roughly before proceeding to escort him away.

A furious Brendan Rodgers can be seen stepping in. He pushed the steward aside, before putting his arm around the young fan, and walked with him towards the stands.

Rodgers later addressed the incident during a post-match interview with Sky Sports. He criticized the stewards’ behavior toward the young supporter, emphasising the importance of common sense in such situations.

He said:

“It’s just common sense. The wee guy at the end, he wants to see his heroes. He shouldn’t be punished or prosecuted for that. Especially when the security guy’s a lot older than him.”

Watch the incident below:

What a fucking man Brendan Rodgers is? pic.twitter.com/M3LwScKFfj

— Swearing Sports News (@SwearingSport) September 23, 2023

Feyenoord vs Celtic: Live stream, TV Channel, Start time and Team news

Connor Holden — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:34:15 +0000

Feyenoord take on Celtic in the first game of Champions League Group E on Tuesday, 19th of September, at De Kuip, at 20:00 PM (BST).

The two sides have only faced once before, in the 1970 European Cup final, when Feyenoord beat Celtic 2-1 to lift the trophy, after a 1-1 scoreline in 90 minutes, and Feyenoord securing the trophy with a 117th minute goal.

Feyenoord won their last Eredivisie game, thrashing Heerenveen 6-1 at De Kuip. Goals from Luka Ivanusec, Mats Wieffer, Igor Paixao, Santiago Gimenez, Yakuba Minteh and Ondrej Lingr for Feyenoord and a goal for Heerenveen from Simon Olsson.

Celtic also won their last game, beating Dundee in the Scottish Premiership 3-0 at Celtic Park. Three second half goals from David Turnbull (p), Kyogo Furuhashi and Matt O’Riley secured the three points.

How to watch Feyenoord vs Celtic

Date: Tuesday, September 19th, 2023
Kickoff: 20:00 PM (BST)
TV Network: Bt Sport
Venue: De Kuip

Team News:

The key figure for Feyenoord Santiago Gimenez will be unavailable for the first Champions League tie due to suspension, however Lutsharel Geertruida will be back available after missing out for Netherlands against Ireland with a knock.

Celtic remain without Cameron Carter-Vickers and Marco Tillo. However new signings Luis Palma, Paulo Bernardo and Nat Phillips should be available to feature for the Hoops.

Predicted XI:

Feyenoord: Wellenreuther, Hartman, Hancko, Trauner, Geertruida, Timber, Wieffer, Ivanusec, Stengs, Paixao, Minteh.

Celtic: Hart, Taylor, Scales, Lagerbielke, Johnston, Turnbull, McGregor, O’Riley, Maeda, Furuhashi, Palma.

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Rangers vs Celtic: Live stream, TV Channel, Start time and Team news

Connor Holden — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 08:45:23 +0000

Rangers vs Celtic: Live stream, TV Channel, Start time and Team news

Rangers (4th in the Scottish Premiership) take on Celtic (2nd in the Scottish Premiership) in the old firm derby, on Sunday 3rd of September, at the Ibrox Stadium, at 12:00 PM (BST).

The last time these two faced, Rangers were victorious over Celtic, winning 3-0 at the Ibrox, on May 13th, 2023. Goals coming from Todd Cantwell, John Souttar and Fashion Sakala.

Rangers won their previous Scottish Premiership outing 2-0 over Ross County, with goals from Kemar Roofe and James Tavernier in the first half.

Meanwhile Celtic were held to a 0-0 draw by St. Johnstone at Celtic Park, struggling to find the net despite their 76% possession and 19 shots in the game.

How to watch Rangers vs Celtic:

Date: Sunday, September 3rd, 2023
Kickoff: 12:00 PM (BST)
TV Network: Sky Sports
Venue: Ibrox Stadium

Team News:

Rangers team news includes fullback Borna Barisic available for the clash, after undergoing a scan. However Kieran Dowell is still a doubt for this weekend, after a slight issue with his knee, but is said to be recovering well. Steven Davis and Ridvan Yilmaz also remain sidelined with long term injuries.

For Celtic, new signings Luis Palma, Nat Phillips and Paulo Bernardo could all be in line for their first involvements, as manager Brendan Rodgers said they will be assessed before the game. Maik Nawrocki and Reo Hatate are unavailable for Celtic, as well as the long term absentees of Cameron Carter-Vickers and Stephen Walsh.

Predicted XI:

Rangers: Butland, Barišić, Souttar, Goldson, Tavernier, Jack, Lundstrum, Raskin, Cantwell, Roofe, Dessers.

Celtic: Hart, Taylor, Phillips, Lagerbielke, Ralston, Mcgregor, Turnbull, O’Riley, Palma, Abada, Furuhashi.

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Champions League draw: Newcastle’s group of death, Man United land epic Bayern Munich tie as holders Man City avoid big guns

Jason Pettigrove — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:52:39 +0000

In the grand old setting of the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on Thursday evening, the draw for the group stage of the 2023/24 Champions League took place.

Thirty-two teams were placed in four pots, and as always at this point, no team can play a side from their own association.

That ensured that some incredible groups have been put together, perhaps none more so than Group F which consisted of Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Newcastle United.

With the final being held on June 1, 2024 at the iconic Wembley Stadium, the four English participants will be keen to go all the way.

Holders Manchester City were paired with RB Leipzig, Crvena Zvezda (Red Star Belgrade) and Young Boys in Group G, with Man United and Arsenal also handed some tricky ties for the upcoming six match days.

GROUP A

Bayern Munich
Man United
FC Copenhagen
Galatasaray

GROUP B

Sevilla
Arsenal
PSV Eindhoven
Lens

GROUP C

Napoli
Real Madrid
Braga
Union Berlin

GROUP D

Benfica
Inter Milan
Salzburg
Real Sociedad

GROUP E

Feyenoord
Atletico Madrid
Lazio
Celtic

GROUP F

Paris Saint-Germain
Borussia Dortmund
AC Milan
Newcastle United

GROUP G

Man City
RB Leipzig
Crvena Zvezda (Red Star Belgrade)
Young Boys

GROUP H

FC Barcelona
Porto
Shakhtar Donetsk
Royal Antwerp

GAMES TO BE PLAYED AS FOLLOWS:

Matchday 1: 19/20 September 2023
Matchday 2: 3/4 October 2023
Matchday 3: 24/25 October 2023
Matchday 4: 7/8 November 2023
Matchday 5: 28/29 November 2023
Matchday 6: 12/13 December 2023

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All you need to know about the Champions League draw

Jason Pettigrove — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 19:22:59 +0000

On Thursday evening at 6pm CET, the draw for the group stage of the 2023/24 Champions League will take place at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco.

Thirty-two teams will be placed in four pots, with the holders, Europa League winners and six domestic champions placed in pot 1, with the remaining sides in pots 2-4 and determined via UEFA’s coefficient rankings.

As always, No team can play a side from their own association. Pairings and any other restrictions will be announced ahead of the draw.

UEFA.com will show the draw live as usual, and dates for the group stage games are as follows:

Teams in the draw

England: Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle
Spain: Atletico, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Real Sociedad, Sevilla
Germany: Bayern, Dortmund, Leipzig, Union Berlin
Italy: Inter, Lazio, Milan, Napoli
France: Lens, Paris
Portugal: Benfica, Braga, Porto
Netherlands: Feyenoord
Austria: Salzburg
Scotland: Celtic
Serbia: Red Star
Switzerland: Young Boys
Turkey: Galatasaray
Ukraine: Shakhtar Donetsk

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Celtic passed up opportunity to sign Chelsea’s £115m signing in 2020

David Faulds — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 16:22:00 +0000

Celtic had the opportunity to sign Moises Caicedo for just £1m in the summer of 2020. Then Caicedo was playing for Independiente del Valle before impressing, resulting in the £4.5m switch to Brighton that subsequently led to his Chelsea.

Mauricio Pochettino signed Caicedo for £115m, a British transfer record, earlier this week. However, Stephen McGowan at the Daily Mail has revealed that Celtic were sent a report identifying Caicedo by a scout in the summer of 2020. The scout believed that the club would be able to sign the player for around £1m. However, by the time Celtic sought to look into the player further, he had gained a reputation of his own and was on the radar of a number of clubs.

Caicedo, who is just 21, benefitted from the coaching of Graham Potter and then Roberto De Zebri at Brighton but will now seek to replicate his initial success with Chelsea.

Maybe Celtic thought that they were covered in the form of Ismaila Soro, who had barely made the bench by this point, in the defensive midfield role.

It is a case of what might’ve been. Often players are offered in a number of forms, some going onto impress and others proving themselves to have been near misses. Celtic have had some excellent signings in recent times that have been somewhat under the radar and proven to be great successes. Virgil Van Dijk, Victor Wanyama and Jeremie Frimpong spring to mind when thinking about the club’s transfer successes in recent times. The club will hope that the plundering of both the Japanese and South Korean markets will have a similar success.

One thing is for certain and that is that if Caicedo had gone to Celtic, there is no way that the Scottish Champions would’ve received a fee anywhere near (or within £50m) to what Chelsea paid.

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Celtic signing wants to emulate Liverpool’s Virgil Van Dijk

David Faulds — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 16:18:00 +0000

Celtic’s newest signing has named dropped a former Celtic and current Premier League star as his inspiration for his move to Celtic.

Earlier this week, Celtic announced the signing of Gustaf Lagerbeilke from Elfsborg FC for the fee of £3 million. Gustaf is set to reside at Parkhead for the next 5-years as per his contract and becomes the sixth signing this summer.

Already making mention of the connections between Celtic and Sweden, through Mikael Lustig and Henrik Larsson, the 21-year-old has also referenced another Celtic hero who helped with his decision process: Virgil Van Dijk.

Gustaf reckons that he can use Van Dijk’s development at Celtic as a blueprint for success. Van Dijk is now regarded as one of the best defenders in the Premier League and according to Lagerbielke, he can improve himself and by following in Virgil’s footsteps. As reported by the Daily Record, Lagerbielke said…

“I always described myself as a player that wants to win, does everything for the team, with both short and long-range passes. Good in duelling and in the air and hopefully score a few goals.

“Virgil Van Dijk has been here before so that’s a huge inspiration. Also with how he is outside the pitch, a very professional player. He’s keen on getting better all the time, with his leadership. He’s a really good player, and with his Celtic history also. He was a great player for Celtic and he allowed good things, he’s an inspiration.”

Van Dijk won two Premiership titles in Glasgow, as well as the League Cup under Ronny Deila but he also played European football, Champions League group stages in 2013 and Europa League Last 32 the following year. A £12m move to Southampton followed and two years after that, Van Dijk became the (then) most expensive defender in the world after a £75m move to Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool. It is no surprise that Lagerbielke wants to emulate VVD and hopefully he does!

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