Celtic Banter Archive November 25 2020

25 Nov 2020 20:31:54
so, they sack Lennon and bring in another manager.
If the New manager fails to win the league
Is that Lennons? fault.

25 Nov 2020 20:45:27
I get what your saying but sticking with him and not winning the league who's fault is that? On current form and the way we are playing we won't win the league.

25 Nov 2020 20:53:09
A new manager might not win the league but the way it's going we're not going to win it anyway.
Lennon was always the cheap option and a massive step back, we should have got someone who had ideas/ way of playing similar to rodgers.

25 Nov 2020 21:13:53
No I would blame the board as they knew how bad he was And after the Christmas game with Sevco last year It should have got alarm bells ringing if not just out right sack him . Then the start off this season should have been enough to convince them that he was and never has been the man to take us to 10iar.

25 Nov 2020 22:04:16
The players would need to take plenty of the blame.
Before the transfer window closed certain players chose to down tools.
I was expecting a reaction when the transfer window closed to kick start our season but then C. V struck at the worse time.
All the players knew or should’ve known how big this season was and yet there were layers unfit and others not giving 100%.
It’s not working for Lennon but at least he understands what it means and cares.

25 Nov 2020 22:51:39
Tony what happened after that game?

25 Nov 2020 23:23:02
Tony what rubbish. Sacked after we lost last new year? After winning our EL group then going on a winning run after Xmas to win 9 in a row?

Lessons haven't been learned and unfortunately his time is up but last season was a very successful one.

25 Nov 2020 23:45:31
Well last time around it was Tony Mowbray fault that Lennon hardly won any domestic cups, so yes it would be.

25 Nov 2020 19:33:53
If we do win the ten with Lenny and the Bhoys, which I'm sure we will, there will be some amount of pie to be consumed. Pie of the humble type😂. Keep the faith, Hail Hail.

25 Nov 2020 20:06:15
We won't win the 10 with Lennon.

25 Nov 2020 20:22:23
thats the way Phil, win lose or draw.

25 Nov 2020 21:02:23
What happened to faithful through and through.

25 Nov 2020 21:18:23
Lennon will be the only reason we don't win 10 in a row. We have the best squad by far and lennon is expected to win the league so no humble pie will be eaten at all. It would be am absolute embarrassment if he fails and would ruin his legacy.

25 Nov 2020 22:08:36
I was happy when we got Lennon and I thought the Lenny supporters were proved correct last season after a comfortable league and cup campaign.
But I am big enough to admit my joy was premature and we now need a change.
I would love to admit I’ve got it wrong for a second time if Lenny stays and secures the title.

26 Nov 2020 05:20:56
Oldkilly,
We can be faithful through and through whilst being realistic, people need to start taking off their Green tinted glasses and come out from under there Lennon duvet covers.
There is no way that this team, playing the way they are under our current manager will win this league.
This same manager who not long ago came out and said that certain players didn't want to be here, these same players if rumours are to be believed are still being played every week no matter there form.
The big problem I see is that yes clubs could have a player or two that's unhappy and wants to move but can still get results when this or that player plays, with Celtic it has been rumoured that we have possibly 5 or 6 players that have asked to leave (Edouard, Ntcham, Christie, Ajer, Bitton, Jullien) but were told they wouldn't be sold this season because it was to important, all these same players haven't kicked a ball since the start of the season
There is NO team no matter who they are will win a title when they have 5 or 6 first team starters wanting out, people have also mentioned McGregor wants out also.
The only way I can see us even coming close to winning this league with Lennon in charge is if by some miracle we go on a run and win all our games before the game at Ibrox and then somehow win there.
We would then need to get rid of all the players that have no interest in being here, we then reinvest all the cash we raise into quality players that can come in and hit the ground running.
If and its a BIG IF that happens, we might see the other side wobble and we might be able to take advantage, otherwise as far as I see and right now with the way everything is, its over!

No wonder I don't post a lot!

25 Nov 2020 17:45:32
First post: I am 25 years a season ticket holder we need to back team support them. Not stand with banners like spoilt children not getting own way which only adds to negativity around club The green brigade do not speak for me although they seem to think they speak for all of us. There is unbelievable circumstances at moment and I think we have struggled to switch back on since enforced shutdown. It's probably first time our squad actually stopped in years and I think they can't or are struggling get back to where they were fitness wise . Add in all C.V. bolingoli etc etc and it explain a lot I get the team not firing and the sevco defeat along with Sparta was painful to watch. but a little more patience and respect for Lenny and team quadruple treble to come we have run of home games. to come. Let's see where are end December . COYBIG I actually believe Lenny will know when and if time comes to stand down but for time being let's all support our club! We need to be together all wanting same thing not publicly deriding our manager. It's 5 points not 20.

25 Nov 2020 18:23:25
P73 its actually 11 points as we have 2 games in hand which we are not guaranteed to win.

25 Nov 2020 18:32:06
Sorry P73
I’ve accidentally replied to the above post instead of yours.

25 Nov 2020 18:36:22
And you could add another point for the goal difference.

25 Nov 2020 21:21:27
Lawell is like a Jedi master, whatever he spews out through his contacts in the press / tv fans believe every word. He has cut our 11 point gap without playing tom5 it would seem.

25 Nov 2020 17:20:20
@kingdanyjock.
I am an Irish Republican Socialist, not that far from the Militant Tendency in some peoples eyes 😂
Broony and Duffy will bring us the 10.
Hope that keeps your Tommy impression going 😆.

{Ed033's Note - Is 'Irish Republican Socialist' Marvel vs DC Comics? Is that the one that can drink 20 pints of Guinness without falling over? :)

25 Nov 2020 17:59:20
Love it Malika, i just watched Tommy on Celtic state of mind and actually thought i bet that is Malika lol.

25 Nov 2020 18:49:23
Oooft getting pelters from a flat earther😂😂.

25 Nov 2020 14:20:03
Don't agree if this so called demo goes ahead. what an embarrassment we would slaughter the sevvies for this self righteous sense of entitlement. The ones demostrating prob have never seen bad times like the 90s. gues a break. we are on a poor run but it could change on one result HH.

25 Nov 2020 14:29:31
There's no demo mate. it was a spoof put up on twitter that folk and the coppers fell for.

25 Nov 2020 14:34:02
Good to know but the banner was bad enough.

25 Nov 2020 16:54:11
Without real contact with the support all season, the players have been exempt from the criticism since the Bolingoli mess, through the European defeats and the revelation about unhappy players not forgetting the pathetic, toothless defeat to TRIFC.
Frustration and even fear has been building for three months, with very little signs of improvement or even stability.
Whether it was two people or two thousand that came up with the banner idea. it has caused embarrassment, anger and bad publicity.
Probably the last thing we need in the current situation and one way or another it may bring things to a head because:-
The manager will be hurt and feel betrayed.
Some of the players will be laughing behind his back.
The Directors will be very concerned, behind any defiance/ loyalty.
The support are definitely split.
Our rivals and detractors will be lapping it up.

25 Nov 2020 13:23:45
I agree with Sutton. It's disgraceful the banner calling for lennons head. It's embarrassing for the club and Lennon himself - how is meant to motivate his players with that banner on display. Don't get me wrong I agree that we need a replacement and I'm sure Lawell will make the decision soon.

25 Nov 2020 13:31:11
I’ve said it countless times, have an opinion but keep it respectful! I know there is massive frustration and I’m as frustrated as the next person! But that today was an utter embarrassment to everyone connected to our club by the way! Shameful towards a Celtic legend who has delivered us 19 trophies in his time as a player and manager! Pathetic!

25 Nov 2020 14:11:08
Disgraceful banner total embarrassment but lennys interview was poor total denial. lustening to him you would think we were playing like Barcelona keeps going on about one domestic defeat but we've been rotten and drew 3 times and let's not talk about Europe since he came in.

25 Nov 2020 14:20:13
he shouldve been sacked after that ferencavos mob defeat he can't cut it too much pressure the players don't believe in him so a change is needed spaletti for celtic.

25 Nov 2020 15:00:46
I agree mally. At times l am wondering what games he was watching. We all know it has been very poor but it would be nice if he just came out at said that. Maybe people might go a bit easier on him. But the way he seems to think it's all ok is just crazy.

25 Nov 2020 15:16:46
I want Lennon out, like vast majority of fans however this is not the way to go about it.

Yes this season has been a disaster so far and the calls for his tenure to end are justified, but standing outside with banners is a step too far.

I am not surprised the green brigade have not called for Lawwells head, because they fear permanent explusion from stadium.

I've absolutely no time for green brigade, they are bad news and let's not forget their mussolini banner also could of caused the deaths of 2 fans in Rome.

25 Nov 2020 15:44:34
I get how some of you aren’t in agreement of the banner, but unfortunately I don’t think lawell, Desmond or Lennon are reading this fans page . Pretty much to a man on here have stated he has run his course, we all know lawell won’t do it easily as it will raise questions for him in the unprofessional way he was appointed. And it would also mean he could potentially lose a little bit of control depending what manager he brings in. How else are the fans supposed to show how unhappy they are with the situation and form / performance of the team and management during a time when fans aren’t allowed in?

25 Nov 2020 15:48:03
The green brigade are no angels and I don't agree with them in some of the things they do but they do a lot of good things also. I don't know what was on the banner but I do agree with them that the board have to know what a lot or most of the fans think If they don't know already I am touching 60 I have seen the bad times and the good but I can't think of a time when a manager got so many chances and got to keep their job. We have far the better players and squad and yet we are really struggling in most games.

25 Nov 2020 16:16:19
It's got heehaw to do with the good things they do we get that. the banner is wrong and not the way to do things.

25 Nov 2020 16:37:37
Tony they were the cause of two boys getting stabbed in Rome. They cause more trouble than good by constantly bringing politics into the game.

25 Nov 2020 17:37:54
As I said I don't believe in or back all that they do And I haven't seen the banner. But they do bring a good atmosphere to most of the games I do agree I wish they would leave the politics out side Celtic park. But they do a lot for charity also.

26 Nov 2020 00:37:07
Tony I remember the vast majority singing f@ck the lazio and also it wasn’t only Celtic fans that have been attacked in Rome. They have a habit of stabbing opposition fans.

25 Nov 2020 12:04:00
OK guys I hope to cheer some of you up by making some money this afternoon with a horse at Dundalk.
One of my English pals phoned me up to tell me of a horse attracting big money over in Ireland he called it "Coy Big" puzzled when I could not see this horse I scoured race card and found it is actually called KOYBIG hope it is an omen when the "bhoys in green wins" lol
Dundalk 3.45 KOYBIG 8/ 1.

25 Nov 2020 12:24:32
I’m on e/ w. Thanks Tim.

25 Nov 2020 15:09:26
Thanks for the tip Timalloy, just had a look and place a rev forecast with KOYBIG and Never Back Down, hope that’s an Omen🍀🍀.

25 Nov 2020 15:32:49
Kris Obese Yob Boyd Is Gruesome best of luck Tim.

25 Nov 2020 15:55:17
Guys we made a small profit KOYBIG second got best odds guaranteed which boosted odds from 8/ 1 to 11/ 1 so happy with return.

25 Nov 2020 07:21:20
Glad to hear MON speaking out and putting some clarity into the events so far this season.
It’s not over by a long way, we have a manager, who no matter what people think will write himself once again into our history by winning the SFA cup.
Please don’t forget their would be no 10,if he didn’t win the first 3 and that when we win the 10,6 of them will be with him at the helm.
This season so far has been a disaster, who could know that 5 mins after winning the 9 th title in a row, that 4 first team regulars would think that they are a lot better and bigger than the club, begin agitating and pitting a poison in the dressing room. who would think that a goalkeeper who professed his love for the club, agreed a deal and then walked away. Who would think that we would suffer major injuries early in the season, who would think that the establishment would drive everything they have at us to prevent the10.Who would think we wouldn’t be back inside roaring the team to the 10.Who would think that we are one of the most C.V. affected clubs in Europe due to the ineffectiveness of protocols of international federations. Whowould think that a lot of our players don’t give a feck about the 10,they are not like us, football is not a nice business, greed and ego drive most of the people involved.
Who would Think eh?
On to the 10,COYBIG. Come on Lenny make us proud.

25 Nov 2020 10:14:31
Malika20 my friend Enrico loves your positivity!

Let’s go Celtic get this 10th title to complete decade of domination.

25 Nov 2020 12:07:26
Would Martin O'Neil be saying the same thing if Ronny Deila was still manager? I think we all know the answer to that question.

Neil Lennon has a good enough squad even with injuries. Lennon picks the tactics, selects the team and is responsible for playing brown and Duffy. The sole blame lies with Lennon

Malika your blaming everyone but Lennon. I find it very bizarre that you have overlooked Lennons treatment of Hibs players and do not possibly believe that could be another issue.

Also Forster never agreed a deal, he wanted a permanent deal and did not want to come back on loan. It was Lawwell who messed that up.

In Lennons first spell the only reason there was 3 league titles, was because of demise of the former tenants of Ibrox. His cup tally was poor and had it not been for sion fiasco we would not of qualified for any European football until 3 seasons under his tenure!

25 Nov 2020 12:27:18
spaletti to be celtic manager.

25 Nov 2020 12:29:14
@ Phil Tim, I didn’t blame anybody, I just asked the question who could believe? .
I am a supporter of Lenny, that’s true, but I don’t ignore some of the tactical decisions he’s made. I am just saying somethings are really out of his hands.

25 Nov 2020 13:11:27
brilliant post mate.

25 Nov 2020 05:08:25
It's been mentioned that Lennon has instructed Christie to shoot from distance whenever he gets the chance.
The problem with that tactic is his shooting conversion rate is only 10%.
The highest shooting conversion rate in the league is Ajeti with an incredible 71% but he is getting starved of service due to our amount of shots from distance.
Lewis Ferguson has 40% and Tavernier has a 35% shoot conversion rate probably due to the amount of penalties both have scored this season alone.
Callum McGregor has a 20% strike rate which has been twice as effective as Christie.
The logic tactic would be to try and give Ajeti more service in the box with his high success rate.
Also playing him as a lone striker is not working.
Ajeti and Edouard should be striking up a good partnership if we want to kick start our season because Ajeti has showed what he can do inside the box when he gets the chances.
And if Edouard can continue the effort he showed away to Hibs, he can also get a run of games and goals from open play will follow.