How Celtic’s Remaining European Opponents Faired Over the Weekend
Only one of Celtic’s remaining four Champions League opponents won in what appeared to be a weekend of European hangovers. The Hoops tasted victory on the road to Kilmarnock yesterday thanks to goals from Callum McGregor and Nicolas Kuhn, but the same cannot be said for Club Brugge. Despite a 1-0 win over Aston Villa […]
‘That’s his job’ – Brendan Rodgers’ Coy Reaction to Nicolas Kuhn’s Form
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers gave a coy reaction to Nicolas Kuhn’s recent form after the German netted yet again for the Hoops on Sunday. Unsurprisingly, Kuhn was among the goals for Celtic at Rugby Park, scoring the second in their 2-0 win over Kilmarnock. Played in behind by right-back Alistair Johnston, the 24-year-old’s rapid pace […]
Celtic Women Win Dramatic Sunday Cup Tie on Penalties
As Celtic’s men secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory on the road against Kilmarnock on Sunday afternoon, the women were also in action. Elena Sadiku took her side to face Glasgow City in the quarter-finals of the Sky Sports Cup. After a tense 0-0 draw in 90 minutes, the match went to extra time. After another […]
Sportscene Panel Label Liam Donnelly ‘Lucky’ to Escape Red After Schmeichel Incident
The Sportscene panel think Kilmarnock midfielder Liam Donnelly was ‘lucky’ to escape a red card for his incident with Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel in yesterday’s match at Rugby Park. The Hoops walked away from Ayrshire with three vital points and a clean sheet thanks to goals from captain Callum McGregor and on-form Nicolas Kuhn. Their […]
Auston Trusty Given International Recognition for Recent Celtic Displays
Celtic central defender Auston Trusty has received international recognition for his recent Hoops performances in the form of a USA call-up. Mauricio Pochettino’s side have a double-header against Jamaica later this month, with Trusty looking to build on his three caps in the CONCACAF Nations League quarter-final. The call-up comes after the 26-year-old has nailed […]
Gustaf Lagerbielke ‘Frustrated’ at Lack of FC Twente Minutes
Celtic loanee Gustaf Lagerbielke has admitted his frustration at his lack of playing time since joining Dutch side FC Twente in the summer. The Swedish centre-back, who arrived in Enschede seeking regular minutes to develop his game, has only made four appearances so far – a reality far from what he envisioned when he left […]
Talks ‘Advanced’; Alistair Johnston Close to Agreeing New Celtic Contract
Celtic right-back Alistair Johnston is set to sign a bumper new contract with the club following a sensational start to the season. It was reported in September that the Hoops were set to offer Johnston a new deal, and since then, according to RecordSport, negotiations have ‘advanced significantly’. The player’s representatives are currently in Glasgow […]
Parc Des Princes Champions League Record Involving Celtic and PSG Finally Broken
A long-standing UEFA Champions League record involving Celtic, Paris Saint-Germain, and the Parc Des Princes was finally broken last night. PSG took on Atletico Madrid on matchday four of the league phase, with both sides sitting behind the Hoops in the table pre and post-match. Atleti ran out dramatic 2-1 winners thanks to a last-minute […]
Nicolas Kuhn’s Leipzig Display Sees Him Nominated for Prestigious Champions League Award
Celtic winger Nicolas Kuhn has been nominated for UEFA’s Champions League Player of the Week award following his stunning performance versus RB Leipzig on Tuesday evening. The Hoops ran riot against the Bundesliga outfit, coming away deserved 3-1 victors on a memorable evening at Parkhead. Despite going a goal down early on, the Bhoys remained […]
Opta Predict Celtic’s UCL League Phase Finish After Promising Start
Renowned stats provider Opta have predicted Celtic’s UEFA Champions League league phase table finish after the Hoops continued their impressive start to this season’s competition on Tuesday. The Hoops ran riot against RB Leipzig the other night, coming away stunning 3-1 victors on a memorable evening at Parkhead. Goals from Nicolas Kuhn and Reo Hatate […]
Alexandro Bernabei Celtic Exit Latest as Internacional Executive Director Speaks Out
Brazilian side Internacional are pulling out all the stops to make Alexandro Bernabei’s loan move from Celtic permanent, with executive director André Mazzuco emphasising the club’s determination to retain the left-back beyond the current season. Bernabei has flourished back in his home continent, emerging as one of Internacional’s standout performers in the Brazilian Serie A. […]
‘A similar result would be nice’ – Hearts Boss Inspired by Celtic as Jambos Face German Opposition
Hearts manager Neil Critchley will take inspiration from Celtic’s stunning 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig on Tuesday when his side face German opposition this evening. Indeed, the Jambos welcome Bundesliga outfit Heidenheim to Tynecastle tonight on matchday three of the UEFA Conference League. With two wins from two, Critchley’s men, much like the Hoops, are […]
Two Celtic Fixtures Rescheduled in the New Year for TV
Two of Celtic’s fixtures have been rescheduled in the new year after the latest Scottish Premiership TV picks were confirmed. The Hoops were due to travel to face Ross County on Saturday, January 11, at 3pm, but the game has been brought forward to an earlier 12.30pm kick-off on the same day to accommodate it […]
Leading Europe’s Elite: Celtic’s Champions League Standing at the Halfway Stage
Celtic’s stunning 3-1 win over RB Leipzig on Tuesday evening has propelled them to dizzy heights in the UEFA Champions League at the halfway mark of the league phase. Matchday four ended last night, with Club Brugge, Atletico Madrid, and Brest all picking up eye-catching victories. Results yesterday evening confirmed the Bhoys’ place in 15th […]
Confirmed: Kyogo Returns to Japan Squad as Maeda and Hatate Make the Cut
Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi has returned to the Japan national team fold, receiving his first international call-up in a year. Hajime Moriyasu confirmed his squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Indonesia and China overnight, and Kyogo, along with his Hoops teammates Reo Hatate and Daizen Maeda, made the cut. It comes after the centre-forward’s […]
‘They always had an answer’ – Leipzig Star Kevin Kampl Blown Away By Relentless Celtic
RB Leipzig star Kevin Kampl was blown away by Celtic last night, admitting the Hoops had him and his teammates feeling like they were running a marathon all game. Brendan Rodgers’ men were relentless in the statement victory, putting on an epic showing of dominance against an elite European team. Although Christoph Baumgartner gave Leipzig […]
Pat Nevin Outlines What Was ‘World class’ About Celtic’s Win Over Leipzig
Pat Nevin wasn’t ‘mildly surprised’ by Celtic’s 3-1 win over RB Leipzig last night, hailing their pressing as ‘world-class’ in the dominant victory. Although Christoph Baumgartner gave the visitors an early lead, the Hoops fought back and found themselves level through a delightful Nicolas Kuhn dink. The German – described as a ‘no name’ by […]
Brendan Rodgers: Leipzig Win Made Celtic Players Discover They Can Compete in Europe
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has spoken about the newfound confidence his players have gained in their Champions League campaign, especially after an impressive 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig at Parkhead last night. Goals from Nicolas Kuhn and Reo Hatate on a lively European night gave Celtic fans a glimpse of what this squad is capable […]
Joe Hart’s Hilarious Commentary Reaction After Celtic Went 2-1 Up vs Leipzig
Celtic goalkeeper Joe Hart was once again on commentary for the Bhoys in the UEFA Champions League last night. The Englishman proved a positive, refreshing addition to TNT Sports’ broadcast against Atalanta last month and got the call last night. Yet again, Hart was clever in his analysis; the fact that he played with most […]
‘Overrun’, ‘RB Had Big Problems’ – German Headlines the Morning After Celtic’s Statement Victory
Celtic have been making headlines in Germany the morning after their famous Champions League win over RB Leipzig. It didn’t look likely when Christoph Baumgartner gave the visitors an early lead, but the Hoops secured a statement victory on the biggest stage of all, taking their league phase points tally to seven from four games. […]