Gordon reprises the “Astana out of box heading incident” – this one had a better outcome that in 2016! It’s the international break, and the transfer window is now shut (hurrah!). Celtic content is thin on the ground. So, as we are 11 games into the 2017/18 season, here is the first in a series … [continue reading]
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Keeping Fine
In the second of the 2016/17 season reviews, I start at the back, with the goal keeper. I have already produced a feature on Craig Gordon, and I will not repeat it but request you read “Old Gord, New Tricks”. Gordon has been the Celtic first choice for the three seasons I have been collecting … [continue reading]
Running To Stand Still
The Science of Fitness There is no doubt conditioning a modern athlete to play football is a complex business. Sports science continues to evolve, and Celtic as a club embrace the most modern thinking and facilities. That is not to say what Celtic do is always right. There are as many opinions as sports scientists. … [continue reading]
Old Gord, New Tricks
Craig Gordon has been 1st choice Celtic keeper since the start of the Deila reign. He left his previous club Sunderland in 2012 and for 2 years battled knee injury without a contract. It is remarkable for a professional player in any position to have, effectively, a 2 year “career break” and come back to … [continue reading]