Brendan Rodgers Reacts to Celtic’s Champions League Draw
Brendan Rodgers has admitted he would have much preferred a short trip to Slovakia rather than a 7,000-mile round journey to Kazakhstan, but says Celtic will be ready for the challenge after Kairat’s penalty shoot-out win over Slovan Bratislava. Slovan, familiar foes for Rodgers and Celtic after their Champions League meeting last season, missed out […]
Update on Celtic Park’s External Banners
The damaged Celtic Park banners that have been missing for months are finally set to be replaced, according to an update from the club’s Supporter Liaison Officer. Storm Eowyn tore through Glasgow back in January, causing visible damage to the large banners draped around the outside of the stadium. Some were removed immediately due to […]
Ludicrous Jack Grealish Celtic Story Emerges
Jack Grealish’s loan move from Manchester City to Everton has sparked some outlandish claims, including a bizarre link to Celtic. The 29-year-old England international sealed a season-long switch to Goodison Park this week, with The Athletic reporting that the deal includes a £50million buy option. Crucially, Everton are said to be covering 75% of his […]
UEFA Confirm Kairat Almaty Kick Off Times
UEFA have confirmed the kick-off times for Celtic’s Champions League play-off tie against Kairat Almaty, with the second leg in Kazakhstan set for a late finish. The first leg will be played at Celtic Park on Wednesday, 20 August, with an 8.00pm start under the lights in Glasgow. A week later, Brendan Rodgers’ side will […]
Celtic v Falkirk: Everything You Need to Know
Celtic will take to the Parkhead pitch under the lights for the first time this season when they face Falkirk in the League Cup on Friday night. The Premiership champions will be looking to book their place in the quarter-finals, with Premier Sports showing the match live from 7.15pm ahead of a 7.45pm kick-off. The […]
Report: ‘Imminent’ Bid Prepared for Celtic Transfer Target
Celtic are keeping a close eye on Andy Irving’s situation at West Ham, with the midfielder expected to move before the window shuts. The 25-year-old has attracted interest from both Glasgow clubs, with reports suggesting Celtic are preparing a second approach after an initial offer was knocked back. According to Claret & Hugh, West Ham […]
‘Great Chance’ – Kairat Boss Fires Celtic Warning
Celtic are set for another tough European trip to Central Asia as they get ready to face Kairat Almaty in the Champions League playoff round. The Hoops have been down this road before, having played Shakhter Karagandy and Astana in past qualifiers, and they’ll know these matches are never easy. Kairat head into the tie […]
‘Achieve Immortality with Mediocrity’ – Celtic Board Slammed Over Transfer Failings
Hugh Keevins has hit out at Celtic’s summer transfer dealings, claiming the board have not given Brendan Rodgers the backing he needs before a vital Champions League qualifier. With less than a year left on Rodgers’ deal, Keevins says the situation is similar to his first spell at the club, but this time the blame […]
Former Celtic Star Sparks Brilliant Huddle Scenes at Oasis Gig
Former Celtic forward Simon Donnelly was right in the thick of it at Murrayfield this week, joining in a raucous version of the huddle during an Oasis concert that had the crowd bouncing. The ex-Hoops man, now 50, shared footage of the moment on social media as he and a group of pals embraced the […]
‘Wow If They Don’t’ – Celtic’s Ambition Brutally Questioned
Andy Walker has taken aim at Celtic’s lack of movement in the transfer market this summer. With Brendan Rodgers now into the final year of his contract, many expected the club to be more active. Instead, it’s been quiet on the signings front, and fans are starting to lose patience. Celtic are just two weeks […]
Celtic Told Points Gap Forced Rangers Fixture U-Turn
Rangers have withdrawn their request to postpone their Premiership clash against St Mirren, and the reason, it’s been claimed, has everything to do with Celtic. After dropping points in their opening two league matches, the Ibrox club are already four behind Brendan Rodgers’ side. They had originally asked for the St Mirren fixture to be […]
‘Kyogo Belongs’ – Celtic Legend Defends Modern Hoops Stars in SPFL Debate
Chris Sutton, one of Scotland’s best-known Scottish Premiership strikers, took part in a heated debate with ex-Rangers pair Kris Boyd and Charlie Adam. The subject was the top SPFL strikers of all time, excluding Henrik Larsson, who all three agreed was in a league of his own. What followed was a lively back-and-forth full of […]
Celtic Loanee Misses Out on Champions League After Costly Defeat
Luis Palma featured again in a central role for Lech Poznań as their Champions League hopes were ended by Red Star Belgrade on Tuesday night. The Celtic winger, currently on loan in Poland, played 79 minutes in the second leg of the third qualifying round tie, which ended in a 1-1 draw at the Rajko […]
‘Big Dream’ – Celtic Star Vows to Fire Hoops Into Champions League
Celtic’s path to the Champions League has been set, and it will be anything but straightforward. The Hoops have been drawn against Kairat Almaty in the second leg of the play-off round, with the first leg taking place at Celtic Park next week. The tie represents a major hurdle in Brendan Rodgers’ quest to secure […]