Celtic Banter Archive December 26 2017

26 Dec 2017 19:11:50
Very easy and straightforward, result for us today, boy ajer looked very comfortable at that level, only downsides were mcgregor looked miles off it today, and the young lad Johnson looks far too lightweight, pushed off the ball far too easily, and this was by a Dundee defence who were hopeless.

26 Dec 2017 20:09:50
Thought young joohnstne did really well direct and confident tad he got pushed off the ball but he'll get stronger.

26 Dec 2017 23:57:01
Was going to give him the benefit of the doubt as I have heard great things about him, he found it hard at times, especially the defensive duties, but never but this experience will do him good.

27 Dec 2017 10:40:41
Young Mickey needs to bulk up. He has great skill and an eye for a good pass, but as the game wore on, it became clear he was losing the physical challenges.

It's his next challenge, but if he gets more physicality about him it moves him into the top bracket of prospects for us.

Get into the gym young fella.

27 Dec 2017 17:34:04
I prefer to see the positives in a player esp a youngster.
Why do we always need to be picky.
As BR would say let's focus on his strengths, do u think Messi is in the Barcelona side cos he great at winning headers, tackling and is good at throw ins lol.

28 Dec 2017 10:56:04
Rayman you need to look at the whole picture. What's the point in ignoring hard truths? That's the Celtic way for too long.

Messi has tremendous core strength helping him retain the ball. Nobody expects Mickey to be a tackler, just to be able to ride a challenge.

Reality needs addressing or we are just like sevco. Just see what we want to. He needs to toughen up that's just a fact and essential for him to reach his potential.

Right now a strong wind looks as if it could push him over. Look at Messi and see how strong he is under pressure.

Nobody is saying he dies t gave ability. Far from it. That doesn't change the reality that we witnessed against Dubdee. He needs to get stronger physically and I'm sure he is working on that.

26 Dec 2017 14:51:27
Another three points and a clean sheet is always appreciated, but we really should have hammered that mob today as they were garbage and gave the ball away countless times and only wayward passes/ crosses and bad finishing made it look respectable.
Once again Scott Brown was head and shoulders above everyone and we had other top performers in KT, Ntcham, Ajer once again and James Forrest, plus LG who looked very lively - first half especially.
McGregor and Armstrong (when he came on) were way off the boil, while the only long term concerns I have are Gordon, Boyata and maybe Lustig - who frustrates the life out of me at times.
The game was not as 'physical' as I expected at their midden and it was very unlucky for Johnny Hayes to get crocked in the only bad tackle of the game - even though he booked three Celtic players? Real shame for Hayes who seemed to be finally in the frame for regular football after such a stuttering start and I hope he can come back from this set-back.
The players can enjoy the eleven point lead with great satisfaction and pleasure and relish the opportunity to consolidate this against Sevco and then a well-earned break in the sun.

26 Dec 2017 15:09:22
Lustig has been a great servant but he's not playing well let's the wide man get his cross in to often and Gordon just puts our defenders under pressure but we were very comfortable today. said after the herts game that it was maybe the best thing that could have happened we've really kicked on . and we may see a few new faces this month.

27 Dec 2017 10:58:44
I love big Lustig and his commitment, but he is losing a yard and his passing is becoming increasingly less accurate.

I'm hoping it's just a spell of poor from him because I do love the big dumplin, but cover for him is the least we need. We need a better defence, attaining that has to be done without sentimentality.

If you're good enough you're in.

No matter how long and committed a servant you have been.

I would say the same to my own sons, it's about what's best for Celtic. If someone is better then that's it. No complaints.

26 Dec 2017 11:12:20
Is the game definitely on it's absolutely white in Aidrie?

{Ed007's Note - The sun's splitting the trees in Dundee mate.}

26 Dec 2017 11:32:10
Cheers Ed you wouldn't believe it looking out here. Aw the blue Christmas trees here are white!

{Ed007's Note - It's the same here too mate although it looks like it's thawing now, the white stuff never lasts long in Fairhill ;)

26 Dec 2017 11:41:28
Go's fast here too Ed 😂.

{Ed007's Note - :-D

26 Dec 2017 09:00:18
No game for us just walked away from a pile up on m6 lucky we’re all ok.

26 Dec 2017 10:06:44
Is the game on today?

26 Dec 2017 10:36:04
Hope you are all ok Welsbhoy.

26 Dec 2017 10:36:33
Glad to hear you are alright Welsbhoy.

Merry Xmas to you and all posters and a big thank you to ED.

{Ed007's Note - You're welcome, Jimmy. Merry Christmas to you too. Glad to hear you're OK Welshy, I think I seen the picture on Tw@tter.}

26 Dec 2017 11:17:44
damn, Welsbhoy. never mind the game, glad you made it out the motorway.

{Ed007's Note -

26 Dec 2017 11:25:59
Cheers bhoys all safe and well on bus home from Preston. Scary stuff at least 10 cars involved.

26 Dec 2017 14:42:19
That looks a bad one Welshbhoy, good to see you all walked away OK from it. Celtic done their bit for you, 3 more points towards the title.
Mon The Hoops! 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀.

26 Dec 2017 22:27:32
Glad to hear that you are okay Welsbhoy.

27 Dec 2017 09:48:26
Horrible road the M6.Thankfully all walked away .

26 Dec 2017 06:50:55
Merry Christmas to ed and the fellow posters 🎁🎄. If anyone is going to the game today and need a pub close to the game give me a shout 👍. I'm just glad I have a 5 minute jont to the game the day after being on lash with the family yesterday! HH.

26 Dec 2017 10:20:32
Is the pub next to the circle 😂.