What Awaits Celtic in Kairat Almaty Showdown: Hoops Champions League Opponents
Celtic now know their Champions League playoff fate — a two-legged battle with Kazakh champions Kairat Almaty after the Central Asians edged Slovan Bratislava in a tense penalty shootout. It’s a first-ever competitive meeting between the sides, and Brendan Rodgers’ men will face a gruelling ~7,000-mile round trip to the foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau […]
Celtic Face Nightmare Champions League Scenario
Celtic’s route to the Champions League group stage has been confirmed – and it’s a brutal one. The Hoops will face Kazakh side Kairat Almaty in the play-off round, with a gruelling travel schedule thrown into the mix just days before the first Glasgow derby of the season. Kairat edged through their third-round tie against […]
‘Scary’ Maeda Left Rangers Coach Fearing Every Celtic Attack
Daizen Maeda’s explosive run of form after January saw him hit 29 domestic goals and supply 11 assists, a return that landed him the PFA Scotland Player of the Year award. For Billy Dodds, those figures only confirmed what he had already learned on the touchline about the forward’s relentless style and constant threat. Dodds […]
‘Not Easy’ – Brutal Reality for Celtic Defender Fighting for Place
Former Celtic defender Kelvin Wilson has spoken about the demands of playing centre-back at Parkhead, reflecting on his own time in Glasgow over ten years ago. Wilson, who arrived from Nottingham Forest in 2011, had a difficult first season before becoming an important player for Neil Lennon. Right now, Celtic have plenty of options in […]
Václav Černý’s Dressing Room Reaction to Water Bottle Incident Revealed
Billy Dodds has spoken about Václav Černý’s actions during Rangers’ late celebrations at Celtic Park, when the winger sprayed water towards the Celtic bench and the fans behind it after Hamza Igamane scored the winner. The moment came as the Rangers team raced towards the away end to celebrate Igamane’s goal. Černý, rather than simply […]
Celtic Invincible Announces Retirement
Dedryck Boyata has decided to call time on his playing career, closing a chapter that began more than a decade and a half ago. The 34-year-old defender leaves behind spells in England, Scotland, Germany and Belgium, and will now take his first steps into coaching with the Belgium Under-21 squad alongside Gill Swerts. [RTL] The […]
‘Composed and Clinical’ – Callum Osmand Nets First Celtic Goal in Style
Callum Osmand has wasted no time making an impact for Celtic B, finding the net to put Stephen McManus’ side ahead in the KDM Evolution Trophy clash with Clyde at New Douglas Park. The summer signing latched onto a perfectly weighted pass from Colby Donovan, bursting clear of the home defence before slotting the ball […]
Report: Celtic Face £4.7m Hurdle in Winger Pursuit
Michel-Ange Balikwisha reportedly wants out of Royal Antwerp this summer, but Celtic have not yet been able to match the fee his club are demanding. The winger, 24, is a long-term target for Brendan Rodgers, who is pushing to strengthen his attack before Celtic’s Champions League play-off next week. The Irishman is short of options […]
Live Forever… Noel Gallagher’s Daughter’s Celtic Tribute Continues in Style
Anais Gallagher has kept her Celtic tribute going after spending the weekend in Edinburgh for Oasis’ huge Murrayfield shows. The 25-year-old daughter of Noel Gallagher was in the capital on Friday and Saturday night as her dad and uncle Liam played to sell-out crowds on their Live ’25 tour. Posting on Instagram Stories, Anais shared […]
Celtic Summer Signing Named In B Team Starting XI
Callum Osmand will be involved for Celtic B this evening when they take on Clyde in the KDM Evolution Trophy at New Douglas Park. The young striker qualifies to play for Stephen McManus’ side as he is still under 20 and has yet to make a handful of senior appearances. The 19-year-old linked up with […]
Falkirk Hand Trial to Former Celtic Midfielder Before Cup Tie
Former Celtic midfielder Ismaila Soro could be set for a swift reunion with the Hoops, with RecordSport reporting he is currently training with Falkirk ahead of their Premier Sports Cup clash at Parkhead this Friday. The 27-year-old Ivorian is on trial with John McGlynn’s side as they prepare to open the second round of this […]
‘It’s Wingers You Need’ – Celtic Told to Scrap Striker Hunt
Andy Halliday has given his view on Celtic’s transfer plans, saying Brendan Rodgers should go for more wingers instead of another striker. The ex-Hearts player thinks Daizen Maeda should play through the middle rather than out wide, and believes that would boost the attack without needing to sign another out-and-out forward. Maeda has played on […]
Report: Premier League Midfielder Sparks Celtic–Rangers Transfer Battle
Rangers have reportedly entered the race to sign West Ham midfielder Andy Irving, according to The Scotsman, potentially setting up a direct battle with Celtic for his signature. Reports claim a £3.5 million bid could be enough to land the 25-year-old, with Celtic understood to have already seen a £2.2 million offer rejected earlier in […]
Rangers in Celtic Panic; Fixture U-Turn Confirmed
Rangers have performed a U-turn on their plans to postpone their league clash with St Mirren, with the fixture now confirmed for Sunday, 24th August – right in the middle of their Champions League playoff schedule. Officially, the decision has been framed as a willingness to “get games played” and keep momentum, but it’s hard […]
“Really Fascinating” – Journalist Intrigued by Unique Celtic Battle
Rodger Hannah has praised Benjamin Nygren’s immediate impact at Celtic after the Swede scored the opener in Sunday’s 2-0 win at Aberdeen, linking up neatly with fellow summer signing Kieran Tierney. After impressing in pre-season, a few fans were maybe a bit underwhelmed by his SPFL debut against St Mirren, but there were positive signs […]
“Spent a Fortune” – Boyd Says Rodgers Already Backed in Market
Kris Boyd believes there’s justification for Celtic’s board holding off on further spending, insisting Brendan Rodgers has already been heavily backed in the transfer market. Last summer saw Celtic fork out £6m for Auston Trusty, £9.5m on Adam Idah and £11m on Arne Engels. They’ve not really lived up to their price tag, and the […]
“Strong Suggestions” – Journalist Drops Daizen Maeda Celtic Exit Hint
Daizen Maeda has been a talking point this summer. Will he sign a new deal? Will his head be turned? Now, Keith Jackson has hinted that Daizen Maeda could be eyeing a move away from Celtic this summer, despite having two years left on his current deal. Brendan Rodgers had been expected to open talks […]
How Celtic Could Open a 7-Point Lead on Rangers Before Glasgow Derby
Celtic could head into the first Glasgow Derby of the season with a significant cushion over their rivals, and possibly stretch it into double figures before August is out. Under new SPFL rules, Premiership sides involved in the European play-off round can request a league fixture postponement between the two legs. Rangers have opted to […]