Slovan Bratislava Confident Despite Last Season’s 5-1 Celtic Thrashing
Celtic could be set for a familiar opponent in the Champions League qualifiers after being drawn to face either Slovan Bratislava or Kairat Almaty in the next round. The tie sets up the prospect of a swift return to Celtic for the Slovakian champions, who were heavily beaten 5-1 in Glasgow last season. The Hoops […]
‘Unlucky’ Adam Idah Backed for Big Season
Adam Idah has come under heavy fire after Celtic’s tight 1-0 win over St Mirren on Sunday, with many unhappy about his missed chances at Celtic Park. Leading the line in the Premiership opener, the striker couldn’t find the net despite having opportunities to kill the game off. The Ireland international hit the post in […]
Charlie Mulgrew Sounds Alarm Over Celtic Attack
Celtic’s attacking options have taken another hit this year with Kyogo Furuhashi and Nicolas Kühn departing and Jota ruled out until 2026. The club now faces a pressing need to bolster the forward areas. Brendan Rodgers has seen his side lose key contributors in the final third, and while Daizen Maeda, James Forrest and James […]
‘It Was Celtic First’ – Former Rangers Player Reveals Why Celtic Move Fell Apart
Kemar Roofe has revealed he had the chance to join Celtic before signing for Rangers, but insists the Hoops never made an official offer to Anderlecht. The striker, who eventually moved to Ibrox in the summer of 2020, says Celtic approached his agent to sound out a possible deal while he was still playing in […]
Celtic Stick to Schedule as Rangers Opt for Rest
The SPFL has confirmed Celtic will go ahead with their Premiership game against Livingston on Saturday, August 23, even though they had the option to move it under new rules designed to help Scottish sides in Europe. The policy, introduced earlier this year, allows clubs involved in UEFA play-off ties to postpone their league match […]
‘Looks Good on YouTube’ – Chris Sutton Questions Shin Yamada’s Celtic Impact
Chris Sutton has given a cautious view on Shin Yamada, saying he’s still not sure what the Japanese striker will bring to Brendan Rodgers’ team. Yamada joined late in Celtic’s pre-season and has barely been seen in competitive action. He came off the bench against Al Ahli in the Como Cup and scored the winning […]
Chris Sutton Issues Strong Warning to Adam Idah
Adam Idah’s future at Celtic has come under fresh scrutiny after Chris Sutton delivered an honest assessment of the £9 million striker’s first full season in Glasgow. Signed from Norwich City last summer, Idah arrived with high expectations after his heroics on loan in the previous season; however, he hasn’t matched that level of consistency. […]
Celtic Learn Champions League Play-off Round Dates
UEFA has confirmed the dates for Celtic’s Champions League play-off round, with Brendan Rodgers’ men to face either Slovan Bratislava or Kairat Almaty. The official schedule on UEFA’s website shows the Hoops will play the first leg at Celtic Park on Wednesday 20 August, before heading away for the return on Tuesday 26 August. This […]
‘No Room for Complacency’ – Celtic Warned They Risk Champions League Qualification
Chris Sutton has once again urged Celtic to ensure they are fully prepared for their upcoming Champions League play-off, warning that European qualifiers can quickly turn against even the strongest sides. The former Hoops striker stressed that despite facing either Slovan Bratislava or Kairat Almaty, teams Celtic would be expected to beat, there is no […]
Chris Sutton Slams Celtic’s Lack of Signings Before Crucial Tie
Chris Sutton has voiced his concerns over Celtic’s lack of signings this summer as the club prepares for a Champions League play-off against either Slovan Bratislava or Kairat Almaty. The former Celtic striker believes the Hoops are taking unnecessary risks by not strengthening before such a crucial tie. Nicolas Kühn’s departure has added to those […]
‘I Wouldn’t Have Done That’ – Martin O’Neill Slams Russell Martin
Celtic legend Martin O’Neill believes Rangers manager Russell Martin has already stumbled just weeks into his time at Ibrox. The former Hoops boss thinks the new man should have kept his early criticism of players private instead of putting it out in public. Martin questioned his squad’s standards after some of their first matches this […]
‘We’ll Win the SPL’ – Tony Bloom’s Bold Hearts Challenge to Celtic
Brighton owner and Hearts backer Tony Bloom has repeated his belief that the Tynecastle side can seriously challenge Celtic in the coming years. Bloom set out his goals for the Edinburgh club, saying they can cut the gap on Celtic. Bloom has brought new optimism to Hearts since his arrival was confirmed, and he has […]
Celtic Supporters Told ‘Peter Lawwell’s Not the Problem’
Brendan Rodgers’ recruitment comments in Friday’s pre-match press conference ahead of Celtic’s meeting with St Mirren have sparked plenty of debate. His analysis on the club’s transfer business led some outside the club to aim criticism at the boardroom, with chairman Peter Lawwell singled out in some quarters. However, former top-flight player and now experienced […]
Celtic Defender Seals Loan Move
Celtic defender Ben McPherson will spend the upcoming season at Firhill after agreeing a loan deal with Partick Thistle. The 21-year-old, a regular for Scotland’s Under-21 side, has been on the fringes of Brendan Rodgers’ first-team squad in recent months. He played his part in the Hoops’ summer schedule, starting against Portuguese side Estrela Amadora […]
Jakob Breum Update Sparks Fresh Celtic Transfer Talk
Celtic’s chase for Jakob Breum is still alive, with the Danish winger saying his future could change before the window shuts. The 21-year-old is high on Brendan Rodgers’ wish list, but the Hoops have yet to come close to Go Ahead Eagles’ price tag. The Dutch club want around £5million, a figure boosted by a […]
Luke McCowan Fires Champions League Warning to Rivals
With the draw for the Champions League play-off qualifying round made earlier today, Luke McCowan insists Celtic will be ready to face either Slovan Bratislava or Kairat Almaty. The Hoops begin the tie at Celtic Park before travelling away for the decisive second leg. Questions have been raised over how prepared Brendan Rodgers’ side will […]
Celtic’s Last Kazakhstan Trip Was Brutal Champions League Test
Celtic will face either Kairat Almaty or Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League play-off qualifying round, with the first leg set for Celtic Park. The draw sets up the possibility of a gruelling trip to Kazakhstan should Kairat come through their tie against the Slovak champions. The Hoops have been here before. Their last competitive […]
Prolific Celtic Target May Await in Champions League Play‑Offs
Celtic may yet come face-to-face with a familiar transfer target when the Champions League play-off rolls around later this month. David Strelec, the prolific Slovan Bratislava striker who was the subject of a rejected bid from the Hoops in January, is leading the Slovak champions’ charge in Europe and could be their biggest threat if […]
Celtic Learn Play-Off Fate: Slovan or Kairat Await Rodgers’ Men
Celtic will begin their Champions League play-off campaign at Celtic Park after being drawn at home for the first leg. Brendan Rodgers’ side will face either Slovan Bratislava or Kairat Almaty, with the first match taking place on the midweek of August 19/20 and the return leg scheduled for August 26/27. The exact dates will […]
Rodgers Reveals Thinking Behind Nygren Over Engels Call
Celtic’s Flag Day at Celtic Park ended in relief rather than celebration as Brendan Rodgers’ side had to wait until the 87th minute to finally break down a stubborn St Mirren defence. Substitute Luke McCowan’s late strike secured a narrow 1-0 victory, but the talking point before kick-off was the manager’s decision to hand Benjamin […]