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27 Apr 2019 21:51:28
Just watched Simunovic after match interview this guy gets it what it means to be part of the Celtic family, and that picture on Facebook with his hands above his head and big billy there too ICONIC moment.
28 Apr 2019 00:31:49
nice to see he wasnt afraid to profess his faith either.
27 Apr 2019 21:44:44
I know It will not be a popular view, but watching the match today made me realise how much we miss Brendan Rodgers.
I know that there were some poor performances in Rodgers time here but we always had a goal threat. Now with the exception of the Aberdeen game we don't look like scoring most of the time.
For a while now we have had no midweek games yet despite having more time on the training field the players don't look as if they know what style of play the manager wants, there seems to be a lot more long balls and crosses but that is not these players strengths and they don't look happy playing this way.
I was unsure whether Lennon was the right man for the job, but from what I've seen so far I think we need someone else to take us forward.
Away from the performance, I thought the tributes to Billy McNeill were tremendous and I think the club should be congratulated.
From the laying of the wreaths to the opera singer everything was pure class and I'm sure Billy would have approved.
28 Apr 2019 00:00:05
So Gerryc if it was tactics and BR instilled this in them surely the players can still fathom how to get the job done with or without him? I think they are just off the boil, plus I don't want to admit we might be missing the Rat.
28 Apr 2019 09:55:53
I mentioned earlier that the players must be running on fumes these days - after such a packed season of cup-runs, Europe after Christmas a title 'chase', a trophy in the cabinet already, the horrendous injury list and impact on consistency and last of all 'substituting' our manager in February at the most crucial part of the season betraying and bewildering everyone associated with CFC.
There were a lot of early-season set-backs as well to overcome and I truly believe, (managers aside) these guys have held it together fantastically, mentally - even though the performances have been under par and the goals have dried-up for the time being; but are UNBEATEN domestically in 2019 and keeping clean sheets.
Add to that the uncertain futures of so many players and manager and I don't think any other club/ team could have coped like us?
28 Apr 2019 11:28:58
Chinks67. If you look at the results from before Lennon took charge, we scored a lot more than we are now.
I accept that it has been a long season, but in our last 3 home games we have scored 1 goal, that surely can't be good enough. Yesterday we were up against a team with a lot of injuries and suspensions yet they frustrated us for long periods in the match.
Any Celtic manager should know that opposition teams by enlarge are going to come and park the bus, it's how they set up the team to combat those tactics that define how successful they will be.
So far Neil Lennon doesn't look as if he knows the answers.
I don't like what Rodgers did when he left but his record here was brilliant, 2 trebles, 7 trophies in a row, an unbeaten season domestically. I have no qualms about admitting that I will miss that quality in a manager.
27 Apr 2019 20:03:50
That was frustrating to say the least but 3 points it was. We are devoid of ideas at the moment and it shows on the park. Kilmarnock looked good on the counter when they weren't defending their goal like Ghengis Kahn. Tommy Rogic was blowing bubbles after 10 minutes, he's clearly not match fit. Eduoard is a brilliant young talent but he's so frustratingly hot and cold. Sinky again, ran himself ragged without any real impact on the game, Forrest was just disappointing. Calmac did ok but was crowded out by their parked bus, Broony made a couple of howlers and Jozo saved the day with a defenders header, wearing number 5 in the 67th minute. That was written in the stars.
So, just another day at paradise and another win!
One point. That's all it will take. Would it be so insane to say that we will win the league tomorrow afternoon? They now know that they are toast if they don't get a win against The McInnes Mutton Molestors and the pressure will be on. A couple of misplaced passes and missed chances and the crowd will be on their backs like a cheap suit. I can see a 0-0 or a 1-1.
Slippy will blame everybody but himself and the great big hope will fizzle and die like a dud firework.
That's my take on it!
27 Apr 2019 20:06:37
Ran the boy dicker looks no bad we could do worse than get him in.
27 Apr 2019 20:31:48
They've got a few good players Mally, Clark is a brilliant manager. He must be working on their sprints. That boy Brophy is like greased lightning and even a previous dud like Burke is looking fit and strong.
27 Apr 2019 21:04:54
eddy is not interested get shot in the summer.
that today was dire, only 4 players would get full marks today.
that lot better buck up for the cup final or we will blow the treble.
to me its clear, lennon is not picking the team nor in charge. don't know who is but its not hard to guess.
27 Apr 2019 22:19:12
Funny he seemed interested when with match winning performance against the mob after 2 last minute goals against hearts and Dundee while being our top goal scorer this season.
Apart from that ye he's not interested.
27 Apr 2019 23:27:16
kev are you blind or did you not watch that poor display today, eddy , sinnky, forrest, rogic all poor. broony ok calm ok . defence terrific, look at it, the same mince we have had all season.
28 Apr 2019 08:20:48
Robroy, I wouldn’t say the defence was excellent, Izzy was constantly letting his man go by him. And really they should have been a couple of goals up apart from Bain . I find it painful watching Izzy, Lustig has been slightly better recently but he definitely needs replacing as well.
Personally I think that’s eddys languid style, I wouldn’t say he’s not interested . Ntcham for me is frustrating, came in yesterday and he looked sharp. When we start him lately he can hardly find a team mate with a pass. That was a big result yesterday as we are creeping over the line at the minute.
28 Apr 2019 11:08:34
he would be even better if he was linking with a second striker.
28 Apr 2019 11:59:35
I think the body language and style of Edouard will divide people. Some will see it as 'not arsed' and some will see him as relaxed. At times it will seem infuriating and at times that sort of composure will see him do well in situations. He's a bit like big Sammy in that regard.
29 Apr 2019 17:32:46
exactly kev you mentioned LAST MINUTE. i want a striker who can score in 90 minutes ie 1 to 90 he is a lazy git that shows no spirit.
today should have raised all there spirits but it wasnt there, so in this post i would also ask that neil walks away after the final regards the result.
27 Apr 2019 19:38:35
Just seen the Video of the moon howlers SPAD. He starts of by saying "Your support is Unwelcomed"😂😂. Discrimenaty instead of Discriminatory 😂. No go areas for protestants and their culture😂This is a Protestant country😂😂Modern day Scotland from a Protestant view has to be watched! Don't know how to post videos but have a look at it online😂😂.
27 Apr 2019 18:34:04
Taking NL out of the equation for the moment; we are seeing a very tired and jaded team showing guts and resilience, but little spark, pace or flair in front of goal.
The atmosphere, home advantage and magnificent tribute to Cesar should have been a shot in the arm, but we once again struggled against a packed, well organized defense with our front men heavily marked out the game and the passing/ shooting hurried and inaccurate, lacking composure.
However, I will say this; the best
compliment possible to big Billy, was given by Simunovic - who is one of the few in great form these days and his appropriately timed goal will be remembered forever.
The amount - and extent of our injuries are well documented and have clearly upset rhythm, consistence and confidence and the desertion of Rodgers at a very critical time of the season was obviously devastating for the whole club and is unforgivable.
Most of the players today were a shadow of their best form and this has been the case far too often; as this season has been the most difficult to deal with for years.
However, we are now 12 points clear and can touch the title, leading up to the Cup Final and a chance for the players to end the season on a tremendous high and the new manager to build on.
27 Apr 2019 22:06:58
it wasnt jaded until lennon came in.
27 Apr 2019 23:07:27
It's been jaded all season.
27 Apr 2019 23:56:20
Its not hard to figure out: the players must be more devastated by Rodgers' loss than the fans.
I must say I am surprised at the length of the slump (and it is a slump even in relation to the mediocre form we showed under BR this season) . Just as well we have a chance to bring in a new manager: I think everyone now sees that is imperative.
28 Apr 2019 10:19:47
Kev, I agree with you, we have been a bit off our peak all season but the jaded effect does seem to have increased since Lenny came back, or should that be since Rodgers left? Perhaps it's a bit of both. HH.
29 Apr 2019 17:30:06
We have been poor most of the season yet still way ahead and 1 game for a Treble Treble. Best results and entertainment. Sept Coming back from 1 nil V Rosenberg to win 3-1
The first Derby game 1-0
October 6 nil St Johnstone,4-2 Hibs 3-0 Hearts,5-0 Dundee,5-0Hearts,2-1RB Leipzig.
December 5-1Killy,4-3 Aberdeen
January February unbeaten apart from the 2 games V Valencia
March 2-1 Derby game
April 3-0 Aberdeen.
27 Apr 2019 18:15:35
Think this could be the making of Simunovic, he has struggled to hold down regular first team place, if there was ever a sign that big Billy wants him to play it was today, always thought there was a player there let's hope he can push on -absolutely buzzing HH.
27 Apr 2019 19:12:15
Well said Jozo has been terrific, let's keep him and Ajer together for the rest of the season.
27 Apr 2019 19:39:59
He has to stay fit though.
27 Apr 2019 22:10:13
he was fantastic today, he plays with an injury and gets nursed through games.
27 Apr 2019 23:57:14
Bhoy's been gantin for a goal for a few games. Well played Jozo.
27 Apr 2019 17:12:26
Bain did well great save that ultimately won the game, rogic was terrible as was sinc never got by his man all game, eddy was bang average Forrest really quiet and game intelligence from hayes and izxy terrible. players going nowhere and they make fouls the rest were ok with sumo my motm and is now playing like a Celtic no 5 don't know what lenny has said to him but it's working and although I like ajer there is a mistake in him needs to cut that out.
27 Apr 2019 22:57:14
hes a great keeper mally, i've been really impressed by him, i also liked him when he was at dundee too.
27 Apr 2019 14:42:27
I know we can be critical of the teams lack of goals this season and too many 0-0 draws but to be honest I'd be happy at this point with two losses and a 0-0 draw in the remaining matches. I'd be even happier if we win the league tomorrow at Ibrox without even kicking a ball lol. To be honest to win the league by 20 points or simply goal difference is all the same to me and this year with all the upheavels, injuries etc that we have had this champonship is really sweet.
Now only Hearts between us and another piece of history. COYBIG.
27 Apr 2019 14:03:18
I hope the fact Moyes is in the crowd today does not mean he will be our next manager as I don't see us as the man to progress our club.
27 Apr 2019 15:06:24
Our choices for the next manager are extremely limited. Do you think NL is any better than Moyes. Afterall he failed at Hibs and Bolton. At the same time Moyes was failing at Man u and West Ham. Heckingbottom has shown what can be achieved when encourging good players Lennon is still a Manager who lacks suttlety when talking to players and has shown a distinct lack of tactical nouse.
Perhaps you would prefer a german second div. manager with no european experience. BR record in the premiership is no better than Moyes. Whilst I am no flag carrier for Moyes and would love to see a young talented coach who is out there that will come to Glasgow.
My own preference is Julien Spartan at Rennes European experience and knowledge of the French leagues, He could get the best out of Eddy and Ollie.
27 Apr 2019 15:08:34
Moyes would be a frightening appointment. Unmitigated disaster since he left Everton. Style of football is drab.
27 Apr 2019 15:26:30
You are f***** joking . What was that clown doing there. 😠😠 I'd be devastated if this buffoon became our next manager. I swear to god I'd rather have Stevie G or Del McInness before him.
27 Apr 2019 15:26:30
You are f***** joking . What was that clown doing there. 😠😠 I'd be devastated if this buffoon became our next manager. I swear to god I'd rather have Stevie G or Del McInness before him.
27 Apr 2019 15:46:16
Right where's that bring back Deila petition?
{Ed007's Note - 😂😂😂😂
27 Apr 2019 16:00:43
I"ll sign it right now 👍.
27 Apr 2019 16:11:43
Nowt like fear to motivate the masses. 😁.
27 Apr 2019 16:13:30
Hopefully he was just there to pay his respects as he played under big Billy did he Not?
27 Apr 2019 18:37:07
He could have been there watching the Scottish boys with the June international matches.
Here's hoping anyway.
27 Apr 2019 19:41:05
Hope he's not doing that either. Got to be Clarke for that job.
27 Apr 2019 13:58:48
Simunovic goal, wearing number 5 and in the 67th minute.
I just love how our club make these historic moments and great tribute to the greatest ever Celt.
27 Apr 2019 14:16:27
It is a nice little touch.
27 Apr 2019 13:22:00
What has happened to Celtic these last few league games don't they know that the league should have bn won by now
The way it's looking I'm getting worried that this league is far from over . We are just not looking good under Lennon? What's people's thoughts?
27 Apr 2019 14:10:51
Teams in the last 3 or more games have played 1.8.1.1 formations against us? When we attack them.
27 Apr 2019 13:15:42
Lazy eddy has turned up today.
27 Apr 2019 13:27:11
Need to get our finger out second half, team looks nervous to me.
27 Apr 2019 13:31:11
this is not the way Edouard wants to play. If Lennon is the next manager we will have to right off an Eleven Million. However again Brophy and O'Donnell look better than our CF and RB.
27 Apr 2019 11:27:15
Cheeky wee bet on big Jozo, our current Number 5 on first goalscorer.
Wouldnt it be fitting
25/ 1.
27 Apr 2019 13:58:04
Wish I'd done this.
27 Apr 2019 13:58:09
Aye and on the 67th minute tae!
27 Apr 2019 10:33:00
Morning Eds just noticed message by Weah wishing the boys well today get the three points is there any word on him starting or not even here today?
{Ed007's Note - It doesn't sound like he'll be in the squad from that.}
27 Apr 2019 11:29:07
Not on the bench either what’s going on?
27 Apr 2019 12:13:05
Is he not away with the USA under 20’s squad?
27 Apr 2019 08:07:50
Lenny should go with 2 up front today and put pressure on their inexperienced central defenders. I would go with a 3-5-2 especially if KT is injured and I agree with Kev83 he should start with Sinclair because he is good for a goal. Hayes has played well but if we haven't got a striker who can attack a cross ball, then we should go with Sinclair who will cut inside and link up hopefully with Eddy and Weah.
Bain
Lustig Jozo Ajar
Forrest Rogic Brown McGregor Sinclair
Eddy Weah.
I am sure the fans and players will make big Billy proud today as always. HH.
27 Apr 2019 11:54:22
As much as I prefer and would like to see us playing two up front and utilizing Sinclair, Weah and Burke much more to help Eddy - I reckon NL is as stubborn as Dodgers regarding the lone front man.
It's baffling to me why we have stuck with this - especially against SPL opposition who sit back while we struggle to score goals?
Invariably it becomes necessary to change things when we fail to break teams down - so why not play 3-5-2 from KO?
{Ed007's Note - According to a first-team player their preferred formation is 4-2-3-1. Most teams that play 2 up front one of them drops deep into the No.10 (CAM) position anyway. 3-5-2 is just awful and so easy to counter especially when teams sit in deep - like most do against us - and punt long diagonal balls into the full back position leaves the defence exposed.
It's the CAM/No.10 position we need to improve, Rogic has the ability but he's far too inconsistent and doesn't work hard enough either imo.}
27 Apr 2019 00:18:43
Am I missing something by looking at Broonys last Glasgow derby performance through green tinted glasses? The Sevies seem to be finding it astonishing he has escaped punishment🤔 The controversial incidents that happened on the day involving Brown were:
1) Clips Morelos's heels, Morelos elbows him in the face. Brown smiles at Morelos as he is sent off
2) Brown throws ball away after Celtic 2nd goal and receives left hook off Kent.
3) Final whistle goes when play is in South East corner, Brown stands where he is and raises his arms. Halliday gets into Brown's face for celebrating. Brown retaliates by laughing at him.
For those actions to be taken to an investigation is a disgrace. If any Sevies want to give their version of events that day I'll be intrigued to hear them.
27 Apr 2019 01:41:26
No Stevie, you haven’t missed a thing. You are 100% correct in your assertion that to investigate those actions was a disgrace. I don’t offer this as an opinion because it’s far too clear cut to be considered anything other than fact. I always felt that the SFA might regret the decision to investigate this and I think they may be on the verge of an extremely embarrassing week or two if they can’t make this go away quickly.
27 Apr 2019 04:06:52
Stevie that mob are clutching at straws. We are weaker than last season yet still running away with league.
27 Apr 2019 10:30:56
There was never a case for Broony to answer. As Lenny said, it was a trumped up charge from day one. Even the twats at the SFA have realised that they could never make a case for it.
To say he has been cleared is a disgrace in itself as that would suggest he was potentially wrong in his actions. Common sense says it should never have been a point for discussion to begin with. HH.
27 Apr 2019 11:08:37
I hope to rub salt in the SFA that Celtic can and will hand them the legal bill for this nonsense so they don't get stupid ideas again no matter how much they are hurting.