Celtic ground out another away win despite a laboured performance. With rivals losing at home later in the day Celtic founds themselves 6 points clear at the top. This was the sort of win from which Championships are forged. Consult the Glossary for unfamiliar terms. A Recipe for Struggle Coyle has improved Ross County since … [continue reading]
Match Summary
Celtic Speed Past Maley’s Record
Celtic broke their own 100 year old unbeaten domestic record with a 63rd consecutive positive result in Perth. At the scene of their last defeat 542 days prior, the Champions firstly wore down, then cut apart, a desperately poor St Johnstone. The Glossary is your friend in times of confusion over terminology and metrics. Fast … [continue reading]
Progress, but No Points
The harsh realities of Champions League football against pretenders for the crown was presented once more to a disciplined and organised Celtic side. Bayern Munich, with several star players rested and injured, had sufficient resources to go home with three points. As always, please consult the Glossary if any term definitions are needed. The Learning … [continue reading]
History Bhoys Frustrated as Killie Enjoy Glasgow
Kilmarnock played the perfect defensive game to frustrate Celtic. Unable to play between the lines, Celtic’s efforts became increasingly imprecise as the game wore on. Kilmarnock can celebrate 1 win and 2 draws in a week in Glasgow. As always, please consult the Glossary if any term definitions are needed. Celtic Stifled Recent visitors to … [continue reading]
Maley’s Record In Sight As Celtic March On
Celtic played through Aberdeen’s man for man system with ease, whilst the Dons passing fell short all night. It all added up to 61 not out as Maley’s record moves into view. Any unfamiliar terms are explained in the Glossary. Just Like 1982 The Dons deserve credit for matching Celtic’s record over the first 9 … [continue reading]
Celtic Bench Press Hibernian Into Submission
A tired Celtic side were allowed to rest with the ball for 45 minutes against a strangely subdued Hibernian. After the officials made it interesting for the neutrals, Hibernian rallied, but Celtic’s bench strength saw them into a consecutive League Cup Final. For unfamiliar terms and measurements, the Glossary is your helpful friend. Passively Aggressive … [continue reading]
Brutal Reality In Bavaria
Celtic escaped a complete dismantling at the hands of the Billionaires Club of Bavaria, but a 3-0 reverse was a tough watch. Positives were difficult to find and Rodgers must reflect on defensive shape and organisation once again. This has happened to many better equipped and more monied sides than Celtic in recent times. 10 … [continue reading]
Dee Undone
The video of Hibernian’s recent 2-2 draw at Celtic Park must be well worn at Den’s Park, as the visitors imposed a very similar system on the Champions. Both goalkeepers were called into significant action in a stretched game with little controlled possession. Nevertheless, if Celtic avoid defeat against Hibernian on Saturday, that will be … [continue reading]
Celtic On The Brink, Lennon Blinks
A bold performance from Hibernian came with 10 minutes of ending Celtic’s long unbeaten domestic run. A rare pair of double goal performances from McGregor and McGinn ensured a share of the points. Celtic’s 18th match of the season, and on the back of a Champions League success in Belgium, with injuries sustained to Brown … [continue reading]
The Margins of Error
A rare and precious away win, and clean sheet, in Champions League football for Celtic. Anderlecht handed Celtic the initiative, and the Scottish Champions crafted a mature and decisive performance. A reminder to consult the Glossary if any terms are causing befuddlement. Dour Belgians There is a place called Dour in the Walloon area of … [continue reading]