Martin O’Neill
Morning, all.
The big breaking news story for every Celtic minded person yesterday was that our legendary manager, Martin O’Neill, was admitted to hospital to undergo what has been termed a “small procedure.” No further details are available, and I think it would be intrusive and wrong for any of us to speculate further.
Martin is recovering in hospital, where he is likely to remain for a few days. We wish him and his family well for the future.
Haste ye back, Martin.
Poles walking while the huns are running.
1-1
1-1 Huns.
Calamitous defending.
Diamonde diving as usual.
No wonder opponent moaning.
Just read this incredibly sycophantic Pravda/Truth Social like article from a Tom Murphy. “How Celtic continue to build success through long-term planning” I assumed it was a pisstake, but no, the guy is serious. Either that or it was written by Despot. I hardly know where to start on this utter fantasy. He must believe Celtic fans have their heads zipped up the back.
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Building lasting success in football is never down to luck or quick fixes. For Celtic, progress and achievement over the years are testament to methodical and visionary strategy. From the boardroom to the stadium and training pitch, Celtic’s steady hand keeps pushing towards domestic trophies and European football. In a world where some clubs chase short-term solutions, the Celtic approach stands apart, demonstrating real commitment to sustainable development. In a world where some clubs chase short-term solutions, the Celtic approach stands apart, demonstrating real commitment to sustainable development. Strategic recruitment and player developmentOne of Celtic’s greatest strengths is in recruitment and nurturing of talent. The process requires patience, careful analysis and calculated decision-making, qualities that are equally important in activities such as poker online. Rather than opting for expensive, high-profile signings that could jeopardise long-term finances, the club has built a reputation for identifying players with potential. Youth development remains another key pillar for Celtic. The club invests heavily in its academy, where young players are given not just technical and physical training, but also an education in the values and standards expected. This consistent nurturing pays off when first-team opportunities arise. The rise of academy graduates into regular starting places has been a notable trend, de-risking the transfer market and embedding a sense of loyalty and culture within the squad. Instead of prioritising short-term fixes, the focus on youth embodies the club’s belief in reaping long-term rewards.Stable management and club cultureCeltic’s boardroom policies underscore the importance of constancy in leadership. Over the years, major strategic changes have been implemented only after careful consideration rather than reactive decision-making. Appointing coaches and backroom staff echoes this philosophy: suitability for the club’s style and values is often prioritised over availability or popularity. Past successes with managers who were given time to instill their philosophy show that patience commonly leads to success.
Beyond tactics and titles, club culture remains critical to ongoing progress. At Celtic, a family ethos filters through every level, from the board to the Academy. This fosters an environment where staff and players feel valued and motivated. Whether participating in Scottish Premiership competition or European nights at Parkhead, the sense of belonging is palpable. Such unity is a direct result of Celtic’s insistence on clarity of vision, strategic planning and respect for heritage. This sense of purpose aids resilience during periods of transition or challenge, enabling the club to reassert its ambitions without resorting to drastic measures.
Investment in facilities and infrastructureSuccess on the pitch is underpinned by world-class infrastructure off it. Celtic have committed significant resources to stadium and training ground improvements, ensuring that players and coaches alike benefit from the best possible environment. The continual modernisation of facilities at Lennoxtown and Celtic Park plays a vital role in both attracting top prospects and maximising existing talent. By providing cutting-edge fitness, analysis and recovery technology, the club is able to deliver elite training methods for first-team and youth players alike. These investments don’t simply reflect ambitions, they make ambition achievable.
Community engagement is equally crucial. Celtic’s deep roots in Glasgow and broad appeal throughout Scotland and beyond are strengthened by outreach programmes, charitable initiatives and fan-centric projects. This ensures that the club is not just a sporting institution, but a part of the fabric of the local community. Such engagement fosters support and loyalty, both of which are indispensable in driving the club forward, especially through periods of transformation and renewal.
Adaptation and forward-thinking in European footballLong-term planning at Celtic is about more than dominating domestic football. You can see evidence of forward-thinking in the club’s regular participation in European competition. The exposure to higher levels of football requires adaptation and a willingness to evolve. Having a strategy for squad rotation, European qualification and travel ensures that the focus on long-term planning remains intact, even when the schedule gets tough. This outlook encourages the team to keep raising its standards and tactics to meet new challenges.
Celtic’s ability to blend tradition with innovation stands as a model for sustainable success in modern football. By maintaining a clear identity while fully embracing the need for flexibility, the club has laid lasting foundations. The approach is not just about the present campaign, the next transfer window or a forthcoming derby: it is a long-term vision that keeps Celtic pushing ever higher, true to both their history and their ambitions for the future.
Ref falling for every Hun dive.
2-1-Jagiellonia
2-1, Huns falling apart.😁
Anthony Joseph
@AnthonyRJoseph
UPDATE: Celtic have made a bid of around £9m for Real Oviedo winger Haissem Hassan.
It’s understood the LaLiga2 club are likely to accept the offer, with just a few minor details being ironed out.
The Egypt international, 24, is keen on a move to the Scottish champions, with personal terms not expected to be an issue once the clubs agree a deal.
Huns 2-1 down
Huns defense is an accident waiting to happen.
Ponderous Pandur!
😁
When is he not.
McInnes left raging
Jagiellonia Bialystok 2-1 Rangers
Steven Thompson
Former Rangers striker on BBC Sportsound
I can’t believe Thelo Aasgaard. Rangers have got control, there’s space out on the right, but he tries an audacious flick and it doesn’t come off.
They’re then countered and punished in the space of four passes.
I watched Derek McInnes when that ball was given away and the manager is raging.
Poles are crap, playing like Partick Thistle but winning. Huns just as bad but losing 😀
Iniquitous IV@5-19
Well seen he typed such utter nonsense as writing with a pen while giggling uncontrollably would have been virtually impossible.
More than a football club!
Aye a bunch of fantasist’s and comedians!
Had heard that Bournemouth were considering another loan for Araujo, but he picked up an injury this week, which will put him out for a while, and scuppers any possible loan
The Huns have many experienced players on the bench. They may be pretty much of a muchness with the starting 11, but they have far more strength in depth than we have in the event of injuries or suspensions.
Still amazed they signed a winger yesterday, and he’s playing today.
Stressed out Del Boy already screaming at some players during the water break. It might have worked for Swalex, but that won’t work these days for today’s professional mercenaries.
Chukwuani very bad foul. Carded.
Motherwell still 0-0 in Finland.
Kenny Miller’s Maccabi down 0-2 to CSKA Sofia.
FFS that looks like it should be a red!
Poles miss sitter. Fernandes playing like baby giraffe on roller blades.
Great saving tackle by Kobayashi!
Motherwell still 0-0 after 43 minutes in Helsinki.
Rommens is a whiner.
Good save by Hun keeper.
Poor cross by Poles spoils good chance.
I think Poles need 2 more to be safe, but they look pretty open, and liable to lose one.
Good save by Pandur again, keeping Huns in it.
Diomande missing usual MIB decisions.
Ref starting to suss Diamonde.
Not giving foul for another blatant dive
Poles are poor but Huns aiding with their defensive ineptitude
I wonder if the board can remember what it was like last season and particularly how we all felt with about 12 games to go.
We got away with murder, yet here they are trying to dig an even bigger hole. One that no one will be able to climb out of.
If this was a movie about a dysfunctional business, in any type of sport or industry, you would think it was too far fetched.
I’m beginning to wish Hearts had won it last season although I’m now wondering if even that would’ve been enough to bring about change.
WTF is wrong with these people.
Huns GK is a dud
Huns only 2-1 down at halftime, should be more but for a stupid pole shooting from a tight angle when two were waiting for a tap in grr. Poles now shooting into their favourite end. Hopefully more proficient in front of goal.
Curtis, Devlin and Ratskin on.
Popped onto Zombiemedia. They are not a happy bunch. Someone even suggesting bringing back Russell Martin!😆
No VAR in the 1st and 2nd qualifying rounds
Cluj at home being trounced 3-0 by Tromso at half time.
Longelo belts shot off crossbar in Heksinki.
Dinamo Kyiv 1 Qarabag 0.
Huns pressing higher, but giving Poles breakaway chances.
Well 1 up pen
Devlin really disrupting Poles. Aasgaard misses chance.
Maswanhise for ‘Well.
C’Mon the co-efficient!
Salzburg – Pafos game suspended for severe thunderstorm in Austria.
Sub Pukki equalizes for Helsinki as soon as he comes on. 1-1.
Awe Naw
The Motherwell goal was a VAR penalty. 🤔
Dragocevic on for Huns.
Motherwell with 7 minutes to hang on.
Billybhoy
My mistake
For UEFA club competitions this season:
Champions League
1st qualifying round: ❌ No VAR
2nd qualifying round: ❌ No VAR
3rd qualifying round: ✅ VAR
Play-off round: ✅ VAR
League phase onwards: ✅ VAR
Europa League
VAR is generally introduced from the league phase, although it can be used earlier if UEFA designates it for particular matches and the stadium meets the technical requirements.
Conference League
VAR is generally introduced from the league phase, with possible earlier use in exceptional cases designated by UEFA.
Intelligence
This means that in the early Champions League qualifiers—such as the stage Hearts entered this season or where next season’s Scottish champions are expected to begin—there is no VAR. That can have a material impact because contentious penalties, offside decisions, and red-card incidents are decided solely by the on-field officials.
By the time clubs reach the 3rd qualifying round, UEFA introduces VAR because the financial stakes have increased significantly, with teams only two ties from the league phase.
Well 1.1
Huns dominating now.
Crowd still really loud.
A more proficient European side would have scored 2 or 3 on breakaways against this Hun defence.
Kobayashi saves Poles again.