Celtic Banter Archive August 06 2016

06 Aug 2016 23:14:22
OK, a thought for you all.
Over the last few seasons we have been frustrated as fans. We haven't been brilliant in Europe but we've been good enough to be successful on the domestic front apart from the cups. At the end of the day the league is always more important but Europe doesn't appear to have been given the same attention.
Ronny was a good guy, a decent soul, but he was shyte at managing a club of our stature. We now have a man in charge who comes with an incredible pedigree. Let's back him 100% and let's not be disappointed when things do not change overnight. Things will change and we will be a much better club because of it as long as we as diehard fans give it time.
I am a Celtic fanatic, I live and breathe for our club but I am also a realist. Sometimes the important things in life take time to change and there is NOTHING more important to me than the fabulous Glasgow Celtic. It requires a bit of patience and enthusiasm so let's not grumble about the trivial shyte. Let's look forward with optimism and give everything we have to our manager, our players and ourselves as fan. We really are the people that matter and even though a part of me is glad that Sevco have had a rough ride there's a bigger part of me that says we're going to have a fabulous season.

Hail Hail, Celtic 'til I die!

06 Aug 2016 23:33:50
Bestybhoy, well said. Rome wasn't built in a day. We will win the league, we have more than enough for that. Europe will take time and patience, and that's only to compete. Onward and upwards, Hail Hail.

07 Aug 2016 00:01:31
Bestybhoy A very good post . I agree with what u say about R D. The Board let him down by not helping him to deal with the Rangers loving media who were bullying him and making life difficult from the outset . He wasn't prepared or ready for it and couldn't handle these regular press attacks .
R D was made to look weak and even some of our own turned against him . By the time the Cup semi final came around he was like a terrorised animal staying in corner and didn't let the team play .
I think B R is more experience, won't let the media get to him, will be able to pressurise board to get a reasonable % of players. I don't think he will suffer fools gladly and I like the quality of his buys.

06 Aug 2016 22:05:22
Simo
Eric
Toure
Oconnel
Derrick
Efe
Lustig


Pick your top two.

06 Aug 2016 22:42:34
Eric, Toure.

06 Aug 2016 22:54:55
Island Celt: that's a difficult 1 as we really have not seen Simo at full fitness yet.
Oconnell is just making in roads to the 1st team, although the signs are good.
Lustig is only starting to play that position, but i liked how well he did against Astana.
Toure not match fit but will be used accordingly.
Eric is solid and prob our best CB.
Derrick, don't know a lot about him?
Efe. really does need to get his confidence back, but think it would be better for him to move on.

So to answer your question: Erik and OConnell:

07 Aug 2016 00:25:14
Lustig (easy) and O'Connell at the moment.

07 Aug 2016 09:04:26
In the long run I am hoping for Simo EriK and oconnell to be the 3 main contenders for the CBs positions.
But this season toures experience is going to be vital.
Think Lustig is also going to be important this season.

07 Aug 2016 09:12:20
Efe and dedrick. haha no, no no, absolutely not not in a million years are they Celtic quality.

07 Aug 2016 10:39:37
Boyata is still very young and although he has had a few 'Efe' moments, he can learn from Toure and Eric.

06 Aug 2016 21:59:18
sorry to keep on about this but Sinclair deal not finalized yet i just think we should wai till deals are done before jumping about.

06 Aug 2016 20:48:20
Lads relax Brendon will qualify us trust him young o connell going to be a player n few surprises to come every relax trust br.

06 Aug 2016 21:50:44
SURPRISE? Spill the beans.

06 Aug 2016 22:57:23
Lindenjimmy, top comment on O'Connell. He is going to be a star for us. Look at his cousin Paul. That's exactly the spirit, heart and fight we're going to get out of this lad. Plays with his heart, gives everything for the shirt and even though he may not be the finished article he soon will be. If BR has faith in him and we are able to keep him then he will be a warrior of a defender for years to come. He will give everything for Celtic and we should give him our unwavering support. Let's look at the long game with him, he will join our list of true legends.

Hail Hail, Celtic 'til I die :-)

06 Aug 2016 18:19:14
Only cloud on horizon at the moment is young Paddy being out for European game. The bhoy is a special talent and very much wish he wasn't just with us on loan. BR was my choice as manager ahead of Moyes or others named but I still had a small question mark over him. Question mark now gone. I think in a very short time he has improved Celtic just by virtue of his management style and tactical awareness. He has already shown he can change a game. He also comes across very well and the more I hear him speak the more I'm impressed. Great answer to question as to whether the league was better or worse with a certain newly promoted team in it. Brendan stated his only attraction in coming to Scottish football was Glasgow Celtic one of the great teams in the world. When asked if he was disappointed young Paddy was out for CL his response was yes for him rather being peimarily concerned about the potential impact on the team and his chance of success. I also thought he was correct and brave to criticise some Celtic fans for impatience on Wednesday night. To sum up I'm impressed and think BR will go on to be a massive success for us. He comes across as being his own man and confident without being arrogant. His genuine affection for Celtic and the supporters is obvious.

06 Aug 2016 18:39:35
Well said JFP, we have the best manager that we could hope for. I'll put on record that we will win the SPL by January and the treble is very possible. Hail Hail.

06 Aug 2016 18:41:12
JFP1888, very well put, there is a good feeling about the club at the moment. A lot of this is down to the managers demeanor and decisions. I think it is important that this is not seen as a one season project, if BR is given time and the correct backing I think he could build something special.

06 Aug 2016 19:57:06
Cheers Dafabet and Charles67. Would concur with both your predictions for the season and hopefully the seasons ahead with Brendan at the helm. God bless the Celtic.

06 Aug 2016 20:23:24
JFP I couldn't have said it better myself mate 😃.

BR has managed to lift the negative feeling around the club and seems to have brought a positive energy.
Still early days but I'm happy with what he's done in the first 8 weeks.

hh.

06 Aug 2016 20:59:15
I agree completely JFP1888. I think the best approach to answering any questions on THEM is to focus on US and what we do. Yes the fans did need a wee nudge to say calm down and put your faith in the players and management. i'm getting feelings in my bones that this is going to be a season to remember. 🏆🏆🏆🍀.

06 Aug 2016 16:23:33
has Sinclair actually signed, or are the media just blowing smoke.

06 Aug 2016 16:44:59
It should be tied up this afternoon I think.

06 Aug 2016 16:57:11
Have a look at the walking dead rumours page o how the mighty have fallen. turns out most of there team are shite, yesterday best in the land, today dross with a manager who can only play one way. welcome back c😭😭😭s.

06 Aug 2016 18:42:20
4 year deal.

06 Aug 2016 11:11:33
Morning Bhoys

Now that sinclair is in the bag who else would you like to see brought in? I reckon that we should get a keeper and a playmaker, rumours that our budget was about 15 mill (rumour) but let's say it is. Diff stories regarding how much sinclair cost but let's say it 4.5 mill, the two i would like to see for those position would be Marshall, i reckon we could get him for a few mill ( maybe 5) , but would be an instant upgrade ( also think it would help gordon if he knows his place is under serious threat, Now the next boy i mentioned got a lot of disagrees when i posted b4, then got him confused with pogba last week till Ed corrected me. That player is Ravel morrison, i know he has an attitude but if we could harness it on the pitch we would have an absolute baller on our hands. Ed said earlier in the week that lazio wouldn't be so difficult to deal with, plus BR has great man management, Gamble?, i reckon it is but if the gamble pays off, what a player. What would be your choices lads?

06 Aug 2016 15:03:27
Everytime someone signs morrison we hear the samething.
He we can get his head right we will have a cracking player on our hands.
Never happens though.

06 Aug 2016 15:15:54
I would love Celtic to sign Michel Vorm. Outstanding GK and exactly what we need right now. Vorm was in goal years ago when we played FC Utrecht and I wanted Celtic to sign him then. Maybe another centre half but that would depend on how far Jozo is away from full fitness As Toure, Sivatchenko, O'connell, Boyata and Jozo should be enough IMO.

06 Aug 2016 16:17:54
Wouldn't touch Morrison with a barge pole! Think a GK and definitely a creative CM for me! Someone of real quality! Think if everyone is fit then we're covered at centre half with kolo, jozo, Erik, o'connel, boyata. quality CM and GK for me.

06 Aug 2016 16:28:16
Keeper is #1 target for me now. Vorm would be a good realistic shout I think Mick Dundee. I was suggesting Romero before he went to Man U, got to be worth a look. I also like Timo Horn and Sergio Padt.

06 Aug 2016 17:33:19
Would be over the moon with Horn reckon he'd be quite pricey mind and horrified with Romero he's a total bomscare. Gordon is a much better keeper.

06 Aug 2016 18:24:41
Keeper
Keeper
Keeper.

07 Aug 2016 04:31:31
We can afford 'quite pricey' I reckon Tompo, for somebody like Horn, given what we've spent/ saved. As for Romero I'm basing it on his time in the Netherlands mostly. From what I saw/ read he was good in Italy. I wouldn't base too much on United and Monaco. But of those keepers Horn would be my first pick ideally.

06 Aug 2016 11:34:04
Looking like the SS signing will be finally going through. happy days. my only query
regarding this player that he appears to be very right footed. I was hoping his signing would give us some real width and pace up the left flank, so we can finally start get some crosses in to our strikers who are both useful in the air. wee Roberts is magic and a total breath of fresh air but like Sinclair prefers to cut inside so not many crosses from that side either. basically both like to come inside and create in the central areas. Personally, . being a bit older. I'm hoping Brendan has noticed this and will be encouraging both wingers to swap flanks regularly, mix it up a bit and get to the by line more. making us less one dimensional and harder to defend against. Hail hail .

06 Aug 2016 12:10:41
The wingers cut inside, draw the defenders and either shoot or play it wide to the overlapping full back.

Simple lol!

06 Aug 2016 15:51:13
If only it was that simple!

06 Aug 2016 11:22:50
Another player with the ability to better the team done and dusted. We are getting there.

06 Aug 2016 12:00:39
Finally agree on something fella lol 👍.

06 Aug 2016 12:46:48
I know it's early and stuff can go wrong quickly but the signings br has brought in, the way he is now releasing players and shaking up the players from the last few regimes . This could be our most exciting and attractive season we have had for many a year. For the last few seasons I like a lot of us, started the season keen and after a few months got depressed at some of the one dimensional football we were playing and under average signings we were bringing in. Finally it seems the board are prepared to back a decent manager with funds . Can't wait now, and on a side note (can't wait to smash the Huns after our crap performance in the semi last year) .

06 Aug 2016 14:22:39
Maybe one or two more who can come in like the three so far and specifically strengthen positions of the team and we are getting there . I never like too few or too many coming in at the one time . Too few and the team isn't strengthened and too many and team spirit can be interfered with and players may not be able to link up naturally on the pitch.

06 Aug 2016 09:18:41
Lads this is well off topic but does anyone know anywhere good to take ma son fishing in central belt? We stay in Blantyre n don't want to travel more than an hour. Preferably a fishery with good access for wheelchair users. Sorry it's nothing to do with celtic but a thought one of u might have some ideas. Cheers.

06 Aug 2016 09:27:19
Swans water I think it's out towards denny buddy great day fishing.

06 Aug 2016 09:32:36
Cheers Marco a want him to catch something big for a change we've been to magiscroft a couple of times n he loves it but he only ever catches tiny roach. Ad like him to feel what it's like to get a decent size trout maybe.

06 Aug 2016 09:33:56
Pinewood fishery in bridge of weir is awesome fishing and park the car 20ft from water. Don't know if that's to far travelled for you tho bud.

06 Aug 2016 10:49:39
Should've said earlier we're beginners n can't fly fish yet. going to go to drumpellier loch in Coatbridge. Cheers lads.

06 Aug 2016 11:24:42
M8 get yirsel uptae quarter fishery btween hamilton n strahaven get the weeman a fash.

06 Aug 2016 11:26:09
It's a great time of year to go to the sea as mackerel will be about and are a really easy catch. The cheapest of setups will do, just some feathers, swivels and weights. If your in the middle I'd suggest the east coast as the waters seem to be a bit healthier. Not all inland stocked fisheries allow bait and some are fly only so it's worth checking that. Good news if you pick up light spinning rods you can use them for both sea and bait fishing inland. Best option is to pick a peir as you will get into deep water and wheelchair access won't be a problem. another thing to look at is tide times. Search it and there are a few sites if you enter the location it will telly you when high tide is so you can plan your day. Early evening is also good for mackerel because they come closer to shore but you should be OK as long as the tide is in. Good luck and I hope you catch loads bud!

06 Aug 2016 11:45:03
Coronation Park in Port Glasgow or the ocean bar as its called.

You will catch a 6ft, 3 eyed mutant fish in those waters.

06 Aug 2016 12:12:50
Quarter fishery as mentioned between Hamilton and Strathaven.

06 Aug 2016 13:07:06
ha ha Kev T you know the corrie park well then!

06 Aug 2016 13:51:46
Just a bit Big D.

06 Aug 2016 15:28:29
Lol up eh Corrie park wae a bottle of cider shouting Fck eh port lol #my youth.

06 Aug 2016 18:42:19
Some good ideas for next time. Blanked in Coatbridge. Nothin new for me, had a good laugh wae the bhoy rite enough it was good to get out without his mum or sisters there, wee bit of male bonding. Al have a better plan next time. Cheers for the info lads. Good to see sinclair deal done and the current buns crashing back down to earth. Back to the brig the nite to see a couple of bands, good Saturday so far.

06 Aug 2016 08:36:37
Ebbe skovedahl once described Didier Agathe as being deceptively fast, going on to say, he's quicker than a bag of cheetahs. It was my first thought when I seen that video of the young boy dembelle.

06 Aug 2016 10:52:10
did he not come out wi a belter about statistics and mini skirts?

06 Aug 2016 01:49:51
Ed, forgive my impertinence, I have been a long time reader of this forum, and just recently with the aid of my kids capable of responding and hopefully contributing to the ongoing debate regarding our beloved Celtic. It is always interesting to hear the views and aspirations of supporters of different generations where our expectations seem to be somewhat different.

{Ed007's Note - Welcome aboard, Charles feel free to get involved as much as possible.}

06 Aug 2016 08:24:41
aye hows camilla?