‘Motivated’ Emery Vows Full-Strength Villa for Celtic Champions League Clash
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has revealed that he will rest no players in the Villans’ last two Champions League games before the playoffs. With Celtic facing Villa in the final league-stage game of the new Champions League format at Villa Park on January 29th, Hoops supporters were hopeful that Emery’s side would rest players, […]
The ‘Massive Celtic Fan’ In The Spurs Back Four At Ibrox Tonight
Former Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has named a Hoops supporter in his Tottenham side to face Rangers at Ibrox tonight in the Europa League. Englishman Archie Gray revealed when he signed for Spurs that Postecoglou’s success at Celtic played a big part in his move to Tottenham in the summer for a reported £40 million. […]
‘Great to Be Back in Glasgow’ – Ange Reflects on Previous Celtic Success at Ibrox
Former Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has revealed how delighted he is to be back in Glasgow with Tottenham tonight, as Spurs take on Rangers at Ibrox in the Europa League. Postecoglou, who masterminded five trophies out of six during his time at Celtic, went from being a doubted unknown to one of the best Hoops […]
‘He Can’t Handle Him’– Neil Lennon Highlights James Tavernier’s Daizen Maeda Nightmare
Neil Lennon has highlighted one key battle on the pitch in Sunday’s Glasgow Derby League Cup final, where historically, the Hoops have come out on top. Time and time again, Daizen Maeda has frightened Rangers captain James Tavernier with the Japanese winger’s world-class pressing ability, giving the Englishman little time on the ball, something he […]
Alan Stubbs Backs Celtic for Premier Sports Cup Final Rout: ‘Score Early, It Could Be by a Couple’
Former Celtic defender Alan Stubbs has discussed how he feels the Hoops will fare on Sunday in the Premier Sports Cup Final. Stubbs, who is no stranger to success against Rangers in a cup final, having masterminded a 3-2 victory over the Rangers in the 2016 Scottish Cup Final. He said: (BBC Sport), “There’s no […]
All on the Day: Neil Lennon’s 2019 League Cup Final Warning to Celtic Ahead of Sunday
Former Celtic manager Neil Lennon has discussed his success with the Hoops in the 2019 League Cup final against the Rangers, where the Irishman believed form played no part in Celtic’s victory. With Celtic favorites going into the Premier Sports Cup final against Rangers again on Sunday, Lennon highlighted how, once again, he feels that […]
‘The past is nice, but It’s a new challenge’ – CCV Eyes Glasgow Derby Cup Final Success
Celtic defender Cameron Carter-Vickers has previewed Sunday’s Premier Sports Cup final against the Rangers at Hampden. Carter-Vickers, who has enjoyed some incredible success over the years against Philippe Clement’s side with many fond memories, however, revealed that this does not affect how he treats the opposition. He said: (The Celtic Way), “That’s the way we […]
CCV Reveals The ‘Belief and Experience’ Driving Celtic’s Champions League Success
Celtic defender Cameron Carter-Vickers reflected on his Man of the Match performance against Dinamo Zagreb post-match. Despite the Hoops not securing all three points, the Celtic defender was a standout against the Croatian champions. He said: (The Celtic Way),”We came here to try and win the game and I thought we played fairly well without […]
Alistair Johnston Reveals Hampden Injury Sweat – “We’ll Take It Hour by Hour”
Celtic defender Alistair Johnston has provided an update on the hip problem that saw him substituted at halftime against Dinamo Zagreb last night. With Johnston a surprise change at halftime for Anthony Ralston, it was clear the switch was forced upon Brendan Rodgers by an injury setback rather than anything tactical. However, Johnston himself is […]
Dinamo Zagreb Boss Nenad Bjelica’s Bold Verdict on Celtic Draw
Dinamo Zagreb manager Nenad Bjelica has revealed how he believes that only one team deserved a win in the Croatian Champions’ 0-0 draw against Celtic last night. Bjelica was bullish post-match, with six first-team players missing the game, including captain Arijan Ademi. Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel was forced into making two big saves in the […]
Brendan Rodgers Hails ‘Top’ Kasper Schmeichel for ‘Important’ Moment in Zagreb’
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers was full of praise for Hoops goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel post-match, with the Dane making a huge save to keep the game level against Dinamo Zagreb. Despite the game at times proving very tactical, with each side struggling to find the opener, two huge moments in the game tested Schmeichel, in particular […]
Neil Lennon Picks Out Unsung Hero of Celtic’s Draw in Zagreb
Former Celtic captain and manager Neil Lennon has revealed the one Hoops player who quietly went under the radar in Zagreb yet impressed the Irishman. With Cameron Carter-Vickers awarded Man of the Match by UEFA, surprisingly, it wasn’t Carter-Vickers who stood out. Instead, it was another one of Celtic’s other defenders. Lennon said: (TNT Sports), […]
Rated: Celtic’s Chances of UCL Knockout Qualification With Nine Points
Celtic’s chances of reaching the Champions League knockout playoffs took an interesting turn after a 0-0 draw against Dinamo Zagreb this evening. With the Hoops now on 9 points after two wins and three draws from six games played. What this means for Celtic’s chances of reaching the top 24 and, in turn, the knockout […]
Revealed: UEFA Pick Celtic Star as Standout From Stalemate in Croatia
Not many players go from scoring an own goal in the Champions League to being named Man of the Match in the next, but that’s exactly what Cameron Carter-Vickers did for Celtic this evening. Carter-Vickers, who often doesn’t get the recognition for his performances due to how consistent he is, with attackers often winning Man […]
Celtic’s UCL Financial Gain Laid Bare After Zagreb Draw
Despite a frustrating night in Zagreb against Dinamo Zagreb, financially, the Hoops gained from another draw in the Champions League this season. A win in the league stage is worth €2.1 million (approximately £1.8 million), while a draw earns €700,000 (around £583,100). With Celtic having two wins and three draws, the Hoops will now have […]
‘That’s my honest answer’ – Brendan Rodgers’ Verdict on Celtic’s Point in Zagreb
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has had his say on the Hoops’ 0-0 draw against Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League this evening. In a game which lacked the spark that so many of Celtic’s matches have had this season, the Bhoys just couldn’t find their usual killer instinct in the final third, with Rodgers himself […]
Reaction: Auston Trusty Rues Missed ‘Opportunity’ in Zagreb
Celtic defender Auston Trusty revealed that the feeling in the Hoops’ dressing room post-match was not entirely positive, despite securing a point away from home in the Champions League. With Trusty starring at the back for Celtic in Zagreb, the USA international has now played in back-to-back clean sheets away from home in the Champions […]
Sutton Gives Fair Assessment of Celtic’s Draw in Zagreb
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton reflected on the Hoops’ 0-0 draw against Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League this evening. Away from home in Europe, Celtic have historically struggled in recent years, so a point in Zagreb can be seen in two ways: a point gained and a sign the Bhoys are moving in the […]
Celtic Held in Frustrating Zagreb Stalemate but Edge Closer to Champions League Playoffs
Celtic travelled to Stadion Maksimir with high hopes of edging closer to Champions League knockout qualification, but it was a night of missed opportunities and wasted possession, as the Hoops shared the spoils with Dinamo Zagreb in a goalless draw. Both sides knew the stakes were high in this tightly contested game, but despite flashes […]
Aiden McGeady Praises Celtic’s Depth But Notes ‘Competition Isn’t Quite The Same’
Former Celtic winger Aiden McGeady was asked to compare the current Celtic team to those he played in from 2004 to 2010. McGeady, who played under the likes of Martin O’Neill and Gordon Strachan, enjoyed European success as a highlight under both managers, alongside domestic triumphs. However, he struggled to draw comparisons when put on […]