John Hartson stands up for the Green Brigade

FORMER Celtic star John Hartson has voiced his support for the Green Brigade following their ban from home and away matches. The ban was imposed by Celtic chiefs due to safety fears, citing a number of incidents. The topic of the Green Brigade’s conduct and the resulting ban was a point of contention at the […]

Peter Lawwell justifies huge wage increase for directors

Celtic chairman Peter Lawwell defended the substantial increases in the salaries of club directors at Celtic’s Annual General Meeting, amid concerns raised by a shareholder about the timing of these raises during a cost of living crisis. The club’s annual report for the financial year ending 30th June 2023 showed significant salary increases for key […]

Celtic interested in 17-year-old League of Ireland defender

Celtic is reportedly showing interest in Sam Curtis, a promising young defender from St. Patrick’s Athletic, amidst attention from several top Premier League clubs. According to a report by 90min, Celtic has scouted the right-back, who has also caught the eye of Manchester United, Manchester City, and Tottenham Hotspur. Curtis, a Republic of Ireland U21 […]

Celtic’s £72m in the bank; CFO explains the numbers

Celtic’s Chief Financial Officer, Chris McKay, has offered insights into the club’s financial situation, particularly in relation to the substantial £72.3 million cash balance reported in their year-end accounts for the period ending June 30, 2023. This figure, resulting from a combination of strong ticket sales, UEFA Champions League participation, significant merchandise income, and profitable […]

Brendan Rodgers’ teasing answer to Jota return question

Brendan Rodgers has responded to a fan’s query regarding the potential return of Jota on loan, leaving the door open to such a possibility during Wednesday’s AGM. Jota, who transferred to Al-Ittihad in a high-profile £25 million move from Celtic, has found his time in the Middle East challenging, primarily due to limited game time […]

Brendan Rodgers echoes calls for quality as he uses Van Dijk example

Brendan Rodgers has outlined his transfer strategy ahead of the January window, emphasising a focus on quality over quantity and stating that he won’t be pleading with players to join Celtic. Rodgers’ plan includes reducing the squad size while also adding quality players to the team. This objective is particularly important considering the upcoming Asian […]

Brendan Rodgers Brilliant Response to Celtic Christmas Ad

In a delightful twist to Celtic’s festive celebrations, Brendan Rodgers has warmly embraced the humour in the club’s latest Christmas advert. The advert, which highlights Japanese star Kyogo, also features a clever nod to Rodgers’ journey with the club. The memorable scene humorously shows a shop worker rediscovering Rodgers’ autobiography, dusting it off, and returning […]

Peter Lawwell takes dig at Glasgow rivals during Celtic’s AGM

AT Celtic’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, chairman Peter Lawwell made a pointed comment about rival club Rangers and the issue of Scottish refereeing standards. Lawwell’s remarks were in response to a fan’s question about the standards of refereeing in Scottish football, a topic that often invites debate among fans and club officials. Lawwell referenced […]

Celtic Park Main Stand improvement is ‘unlikely’

AT Celtic’s AGM on Wednesday, there was a discussion about potential improvements to the main stand, Chris McKay, the finance officer at Celtic, indicated that redevelopment in the immediate future is unlikely due to financial considerations. McKay explained that the “equations just don’t add up,” suggesting that the financial implications of such a project currently […]

Michael Nicholson addresses VAR concerns

Michael Nicholson has communicated at the AGM that the club is actively engaging with the Scottish Football Association to address certain issues, particularly concerning refereeing and the Video Assistant Referee system. [SunSport] This engagement is being handled privately between Celtic and the SFA, indicating a collaborative and discreet approach to finding solutions. There have been […]

Brendan Rodgers addresses Celtic transfer strategy; no player forced upon him

During Wednesday’s AGM, a supporter raised concerns about Celtic’s transfer strategy, specifically referencing the signing of Maryan Shved during Brendan Rodgers’ first stint as manager. This signing was controversial as Rodgers said he had little knowledge or input in the acquisition of the Ukrainian player. Addressing these concerns, Rodgers clarified his stance on the club’s […]

Ross Desmond Makes Clear Statement on His Dad’s Celtic Shares

Ross Desmond, the son of Dermot Desmond, has made a clear statement about the Desmond family’s commitment to Celtic. Dermot Desmond, the largest shareholder in the club, was absent from the AGM yet again. Ross emphasised the deep connection his father has with Celtic, noting that Dermot Desmond grew up as a passionate fan of […]

Brendan Rodgers Speaks on Celtic Squad and Champions League at AGM

AT Wednesday’s AGM, a question was raised regarding Celtic’s strategy to progress from the Champions League group stages. Brendan Rodgers addressed the query about the team’s Champions League ambitions. Rodgers acknowledged that the current size of the squad is a matter the club is conscious of and is looking to address. He revealed plans for […]

Michael Nicholson speaks on fan incident at Easter Road

Jeanette Findlay, of the Celtic Trust, has raised concerns with Michael Nicholson about the safety of Celtic fans at away games, specifically mentioning the use of horses by police. This conversation seems to be in the context of an incident at Easter Road, where Celtic fans allegedly faced intimidating behavior from police and stewards. Findlay’s […]

Celtic Park Must Be Safe – Nicholson Speaks on the Green Brigade Ban

THE Green Brigade are still banned from Celtic Park and away matches. There has been nothing to say when the ban will be lifted, and it’s quite a controversial debate amongst Celtic fans. The club banned the ultras group citing safety fears, and Celtic CEO Michael Nicholson says the club wants Celtic Park full but the […]

Celtic Looking to Invest in January – AGM Latest

THE Celtic AGM in well and truly underway, with many talking points emerging. The Daily Record reports that the club is looking to invest in the squad in the upcoming January transfer window. Michael Nicholson insisted this, but did not mention any figures. Fans were disappointed about the lack of investment in quality players throughout […]

Oh says he’s getting “plenty” of opportunities at Celtic

Hyeongyu Oh has been speaking to the South Korean media about his experiences in Scottish football and its influence on his development as a more physical player. The striker, who some fans believe is deserving of more minutes, said he his getting “plenty” of minutes on the pitch. Jurgen Klinsmann, the head coach of South […]

Celtic receive another UEFA fine after Atletico match

Celtic has been fined by UEFA following their Champions League game against Atletico Madrid on October 25. This is the third time Celtic has incurred charges from UEFA in their opening three group games. The fines, totaling £25,000, were imposed for several reasons, with the most significant fine of £15,000 being for a “provocative message […]

Luis Palma Injury Fears Eased

MANY Celtic fans were worried after hearing reports that winger Luis Palma had picked up an injury in training while away on international duty. Celtic currently have a few injuries to their wings, with Palma’s injury further depleting the areas of the pitch. However, the player, who’s made quite the start to life at Celtic, […]

Mikey Johnston wins MOTM as he had “Fun” on the pitch

Mikey Johnston delivered an impressive performance for the Republic of Ireland in their 1-1 draw with New Zealand, earning the Man of the Match award. However, Johnston has acknowledged that he is still finding his rhythm in terms of match fitness and impact at Celtic. Despite his standout performance in the international friendly, Johnston has […]