RB Leipzig Send Celtic Weekend Warning
Celtic’s next UEFA Champions League opponents, RB Leipzig, were in fine fettle last night as they went top of the Bundesliga. Marco Rose’s team hosted Freiburg and, despite continuing their miserable start to their European campaign midweek, romped to a comfortable 3-1 victory. Although key man Xavi Simons is currently out injured and set to […]
Alex Valle Embracing “Really healthy” Left-back Competition With Greg Taylor
Celtic’s young left-back Alex Valle has emerged as a key player over the past few matches, putting in strong performances and solidifying his place in the side. The Spaniard has been in impressive form, especially in Wednesday’s match against Atalanta, where his defensive contributions and attacking bursts down the wing earned him praise. Starting Celtic’s […]
Celtic Fans Face Nervy Wait to Discover Next European Away Allocation
Celtic fans face a nervy wait to discover their next European away allocation. The Bhoys headed to Bergamo last midweek, with supporters travelling in their thousands to back the team. A well-earned 0-0 draw gave the fans something to cheer about away from Europe, which has become rare these days. After the trip to Bergamo, […]
Watch: Alexandro Bernabei Scores Again for Internacional
Celtic loanee Alexandro Bernabei is going from strength to strength in Brazil, and that was no more apparent than last night when he put in a man-of-the-match display in Internacional’s 3-1 win away to Atletico MG. The left-back won the penalty, which led to his side’s opener. Then, with a fine finish, he found the […]
Nicolas Kuhn Shares Brilliant Inside Joke With Alistair Johnston
Celtic winger Nicolas Kuhn has shared a brilliant inside joke he has going with fellow right-sided player Alistair Johnston. The duo shut out Atalanta’s left-hand side in Wednesday’s impressive draw with the Serie A outfit. The Hoops were sturdy defensively, with everyone putting in a respectable shift to help take a point home from Italy. Kuhn […]
Atalanta Midfielder Pinpoints Celtic Star’s Key Role in Wednesday Night Result
Croatian midfielder Mario Pasalic has praised Kasper Schmeichel’s performance after Celtic held Atalanta to a 0-0 draw in Bergamo last night. The Serie A side dominated possession and created multiple chances throughout the match but couldn’t find a way past the Hoops’ stubborn defence. Pasalic was quick to acknowledge the key role Schmeichel played in […]
Key Opta Stat Proves Just How Good Auston Trusty Was for Celtic Last Night
Celtic central defender Auston Trusty stood out in the Hoops’ hard-fought goalless draw with Atalanta last night. The American was dominant aerially and adept with the ball at his feet. Early on in his Celtic career, he has faced (at times undue) criticism, but the 26-year-old could have easily been Man of the Match yesterday […]
Celtic Silence English Shock Jock
Celtic silenced English pundit Jason Cundy with a resolute performance away to Europa League holders Atalanta last night. Cundy was set for a typical pile-on if the Hoops fell to another disappointing Champions League defeat, but Brendan Rodgers’ men defended astutely and shut him up. The Bhoys kept a rare clean sheet on the road […]
Auston Trusty Explains How Aberdeen Draw Gave Celtic a “Wake-up Call” Before Atalanta Clash
Celtic centre-back Auston Trusty has explained how Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Aberdeen gave him and his teammates a wake-up call before last night’s hotly anticipated Champions League clash with Atalanta. The Hoops showed elite defensive capabilities in the 0-0 stalemate, putting in a stout display that was worthy of a useful point. Kasper Schmeichel was […]
How Celtic’s Remaining Champions League Opponents Faired on Matchday Three
As Celtic secured a vital point away to Atalanta on matchday three of the initial phase of the Champions League, their remaining opponents were also in action. The Hoops still have five games against five different teams left in the league phase of European football’s elite club competition. Contrasting Fortunes Next up in Europe for […]
Celtic’s ‘Grit’ and ‘Fight’ vs Atalanta Earns Gabby Agbonlahor’s talkSport Praise
talkSport pundit Gabby Agbonlahor was full of praise for Celtic this morning following their gutsy 0-0 draw with Atalanta last night. The Hoops put in a disciplined defensive performance in Italy, earning a valuable point in their Champions League campaign. Boss Brendan Rodgers ripped up the rule book and spearheaded a disciplined defensive display, which […]
Brendan Rodgers Echoes Celtic Fans’ Thoughts About Champions League Points Tally
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is ‘so, so happy’ to have four points from his side’s opening three Champions League games. The Hoops travelled to Bergamo last night and, despite a lack of fan enthusiasm heading into the match, put in a defensively solid display that kept Atalanta out for the full 90 and more. The […]
Martin Keown Compares Celtic to Arsenal After Gutsy Champions League Performance
Martin Keown compared Celtic to English Premier League giants Arsenal after they secured a priceless point on the road in the UEFA Champions League last night. The Hoops dug in away to Atalanta and showed a side to their game that has rarely been on display for the past decade. Despite the hosts enjoying most […]
Italian Media React to ‘Scottish rock’ Celtic After Impressive Atalanta Draw
The Italian media were taken aback by Celtic’s defensively solid performance in Bergamo last night, which earned them a priceless Champions League point. The Bhoys remained stout at the back throughout yesterday evening’s encounter with Atalanta and deservedly obtained a hard-fought 0-0 draw. The Scottish mainstream media, and the majority of Celtic fans, for that […]
Auston Trusty Addresses Celtic Fans After Standout Champions League Display
Celtic earned a hard-fought point on the road in the UEFA Champions League last night, much to the surprise of many. The Hoops remained stout in Bergamo, refusing to budge and show any defensive frailties that were heavily apparent in Dortmund a few weeks ago. To a man, particularly at the back, the Bhoys were […]
Italian Authorities Hit Celtic Fans With Alcohol Restriction in Bergamo
Celtic fans travelling to Bergamo for tomorrow’s Champions League match have been hit with an alcohol restriction from local Italian authorities. Aiming to bounce back from a dismal 7-1 defeat to Borussia Dortmund on matchday two of the league phase, the Bhoys face an in-form Atalanta side who have won three out of their last […]
The Lowdown on Atalanta Ahead of Another Tough Champions League Test for Celtic
Atalanta expert Nigel from Atalanta BC News thinks the Hoops are in for another tough night in the Champions League tomorrow. CeltsAreHere sat down with the Englishman, who is based in Bergamo, to learn more about the Bhoys’ latest European opponents. The full interview is available to watch on our YouTube channel. The Hoops head […]
Officials Confirmed for Celtic’s Trip to Fir Park
The officials have been confirmed for Celtic’s upcoming Scottish Premiership clash against Motherwell on Sunday. David Dickinson will take charge of the match at Fir Park, with Jonathan Bell and Steven Traynor as his assistants. Alan Muir will oversee VAR duties, supported by Gary Hilland. Celtic will be eager to return to winning ways after […]
Why Paul Tisdale’s Recent Recruitment Comments Could Explain Specific Celtic Summer Dealing
Paul Tisdale was officially announced as Celtic’s new Head of Football Operations last week, sparking excitement among supporters. The 51-year-old did a terrific job during his 12 years at Exeter City. He took charge of almost all aspects of the club and eventually led them to their highest-ever finish in the English football leagues. A […]
Celtic Star Named in WhoScored Team of the Week After All-action Display
Celtic left-back Alex Valle has been named in the latest WhoScored Team of the Week after an all-action performance against Aberdeen on Saturday. The Spaniard got the nod for the second game running amidst Greg Taylor’s ongoing absence. Constantly willing to get forward, Valle had several positive moments with the ball and coped admirably defensively, […]