Alistair Johnston Comments On “Patchy” Celtic Park Pitch
Celtic came away from Parkhead 1-0 victors on Saturday afternoon. Alistair Johnston’s strike from outside the box got things going early doors, and it turned out to be the only goal of the game. It wasn’t the prettiest finish from Johnston, but it proved crucial after Luis Palma’s duo of penalty misses. The Hoops should […]
Odin Holm Describes Relationship With Brendan Rodgers
Brought in from Valerenga last summer, midfielder Odin Thiago Holm has managed just five starts since joining Celtic. There is vast competition in the engine room, however, and the form of the likes of Matt O’Riley and Paulo Bernardo has in no way helped the Norwegian youth international. He undoubtedly has potential, but Holm hasn’t […]
‘Good Business’ – John Hartson Urges Celtic to Sign Striker
Celtic are in the market for a striker this January. Kyogo Furuhashi has yet to hit the heights of last season, and Oh isn’t coming back from the Asian Cup any time soon. Dutchman Sydney van Hooijdonk has been widely mentioned as a potential January arrival, but former Hoops hitman John Hartson has named the […]
Celtic’s Ticking Time Bomb; When The January Transfer Window Officially Shuts
It is fair to say that the current January transfer window has been one of disappointment for Celtic fans. Twenty-eight days in, the club have mustered just one arrival and four outgoings. Activity hasn’t been at a particularly high rate, which has left many frustrated. Incomings are the usual focus during windows, and Nicolas Kuhn […]
Celtic-linked Midfielder Speaks Out
There are a few areas of concern within the Celtic squad at the minute, but one of those is not in midfield. Despite this, leading into the January transfer window, the Hoops were linked with a move for South Korean centre-mid Jeong Ho-Yeon. When news of a potential deal initially surfaced, though, the manager of the […]
“It’s half a compliment” – Joe Hart Speaks On Reaction To Ross County Win
Celtic narrowly defeated Ross County by a goal to nil on Saturday afternoon. Alistair Johnston’s strike within the first few minutes was enough for the Hoops to secure the three points. The win didn’t come without a few scares, though. In the latter stages, Joe Hart was called into action to deny County’s Jordan White […]
County ‘Keeper Reveals How He Saved Palma’s Penalties
Luis Palma missed two penalties in quick succession on Saturday afternoon. After Callum McGregor was brought down in the box, referee Euan Anderson pointed to the spot, and the Honduran winger stepped up. Hitting the ball to the bottom-left, Palma’s effort was initially saved by Ross County’s ‘keeper George Wickens. VAR then intervened and found […]
“Powerful moves” – Celtic Star Praises The Club For Recent Business
Despite a wealth of recent interest, the futures of Celtic stars Cameron Carter-Vickers and Matt O’Riley have been made certain. The former penned a new deal on Friday lasting until 2029, while manager Brendan Rodgers confirmed that O’Riley will be a Celt beyond January. To have two key players tied down going into a crucial […]
Rocco Vata Contract Latest
Celtic youngster Rocco Vata was once again on the bench for the first team at the weekend against Ross County. Unlike versus Buckie Thistle, though, the Irish youth international didn’t get subbed on. Vata remained on the sidelines throughout the ninety, with the Hoops boasting a slender lead for more than most of the match. […]
Joe Hart Addresses His Celtic Future
Celtic ‘keeper Joe Hart made a pivotal save at the end of the Hoops’ narrow 1-0 win over Ross County at the weekend. Late on, the Englishman was called into action to deny Jordan white after a well-worked Staggies breakaway. Fortunately for the Celts, Hart was alert and ensured no points were dropped. Throughout his […]
Gustaf Lagerbielke Celtic Exit Latest
Celtic centre-back Gustaf Lagerbielke is very much on the fringes of the first-team squad. Despite an injury crisis at the heart of the defence earlier in the season, the Swedish internationalist didn’t seem to get a look in. Besides his last-minute winner against Feyenoord in the Champions League, Lagerbielke hasn’t done much in a green […]
Alistair Johnston Responds to Celtic Goal
Celtic right-back Alistair Johnston scored the only goal of his side’s pivotal 1-0 victory over Ross County on Saturday. When his deflected strike bobbled over the line inside the opening two minutes, the overall consensus within the ground was that there would be many more to come. That wasn’t to be the case, however. Luis […]
Bologna Boss Comments On Sydney van Hooijdonk’s Future Amid Celtic Links
Celtic are in the market for a striker this January. Saturday’s win over Ross County only highlighted the need for a different option to Kyogo Furuhashu up top. Since the summer, links to Sydney van Hooijdonk have been coherent. An update from Sky Sports Journalist Anthony Joseph stated last night that the Hoops remain interested […]
Jota Set For EPL Move; To Link Up With Ex-Celt
When flamboyant winger Jota departed Celtic in the summer, many fans were left heartbroken. Things have moved on since then, however the player’s life post-Glasgow hasn’t gone to plan. He left the Hoops for Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad in July but in six months, he has managed to make just fifteen appearances for the […]
Alistair Johnston Reveals His Hilarious Existing Victor Wanyama Connection
Celtic came away with three vital Scottish Premiership points on Saturday afternoon. It wasn’t the prettiest of displays, but the win was secured regardless. Alistair Johnston’s strike within the opening two minutes proved to be the only goal of the game. Coupled with a clean sheet, it was a productive afternoon for the Candian right-back. […]
Scott Brown Back Winning at Hampden
Celtic legend Scott Brown returned to the dugout last week, taking charge of Scottish Championship side Ayr United. His appointment at Somerset Park was vastly notable. Throughout his tenure as Head Coach of the Honest Men, Brown’s progress will be watched with eager eyes by many Hoops supporters. There is an overall consensus among the […]
Matt O’Riley’s Instagram Message To Luis Palma After Penalty Misses
Celtic attacker Luis Palma failed to hit the net from twelve yards twice within seconds on Saturday afternoon. He was not the only player to perform poorly in the match, though, with the team being booed by sections of the support at full-time despite winning. It was a frustrating day for many, particularly Palma. George […]
Celtic’s Left Back Options
Brendan Rodgers recently confirmed that left-back Greg Taylor will be missing for a few weeks amid a calf injury he sustained at the end of the Hoops’ clash with Buckie Thistle on Sunday. Such news comes as a notable blow for the Hoops, who have yet to bring in someone in said position to challenge […]
Liam Scales Provides Surprising Contract Update
Celtic defender Liam Scales has provided an update regarding his contractual situation at the club. The Irishman was recently put in front of the media ahead of Saturday’s clash with Ross County and spoke out on the situation. Although manager Brendan Rodgers previously stated at the beginning of the month that the club were engaging […]
Scott Brown Name-drops Two Celtic Greats In First Ayr Presser
Celtic legend Scott Brown was named as the new Head Coach of Scottish Championship side Ayr United earlier in the week. It was a blockbuster appointment from the Somerset Park side. Brown had a previous spell in management with Fleetwood Town, spending over a year at the club. During this time, he helped them to […]