Sinclair has a goal scoring record comparable to any striker to play for Celtic in the 21st century. Scorer of 60 goals in his first three seasons, he is behind the likes of Hooper (82), Larsson (70) and Griffiths (67). He is ahead of many well-regarded strikers too as documented by @TriviaTim on Twitter. But … [continue reading]
End of Season Report Card
Consolidation of Ajer
This week Ajer completed another two appearances for Norway. He has 9 caps to add to the 37 age group appearances for his nation. An International regular, he has also cemented a centre back starting position at Celtic. The towering Norwegian is only eight months older than the much-publicised prodigy Ödegaard. The young midfielder signed … [continue reading]
The Lustig Conundrum
Following a tearful Hampden celebration and with reports in today’s papers and hints on social media of likely exit, could it really be the end of Lustig’s seven-and-a-half-year Celtic career? And what is the impact on the squad? 2018/19 Appearances Despite an early reputation for injury proneness, he has appeared in over 40 matches in … [continue reading]
Why Ntcham STILL Matters
There are rumours of clubs potentially bidding for Ntcham. He missed 19 games to injury and that hampered progress January to March. Prior to this I detailed his worth in Why Ntcham Matters. Now the season is over, how did his performance compare to last season, and compared to the squad? Comparison to Last Season … [continue reading]
The Undisputed Number One
It has been quite the transformation for Bain from unwanted at now relegated Dundee to number one for the eight-time champions and on the verge of another Treble. The biggest compliment is that there isn’t even a debate anymore concerning the goalkeeping position. Bain in on the majority of fans’ team sheets. Does the data … [continue reading]
Rogic And The Slopes of Doom
Against The Rangers Rogic was not alone in attacking anonymity. Completing just 9 passes in 71 minutes in his 7th game back from another injury lay off, is he doing enough to justify a Cup Final place? But more worrying – is this a blip in form or part of a wider pattern of decline? … [continue reading]