“Not Going to Be” – Martin O’Neill Admits Exit Could Affect Celtic Transfers
Martin O’Neill has admitted Celtic are “a million miles from the finished article” after the humiliating Champions League exit against LASK, while also conceding that the result could make recruitment more difficult ahead of next Wednesday’s deadline. The Bhoys crashed out 5-4 on aggregate after losing 5-1 in Austria, having gone into the second leg […]
Martin O’Neill Takes ‘Full Responsibility’ for Celtic Collapse
Celtic boss Martin O’Neill has taken full responsibility for the Hoops’ embarrassing Champions League collapse against LASK. The Bhoys went into the second leg in Austria with a 3-0 lead and then moved four goals ahead on aggregate when Callum McGregor opened the scoring after 21 minutes. LASK scored five without reply to win 5-1 […]
Callum McGregor Admits Celtic Were ‘Scared’ in Brutally Honest Interview
Callum McGregor has admitted Celtic got exactly what they deserved after crashing out of the Champions League against LASK. The Hoops captain did not hold back after the 5-1 defeat in Austria, which saw Celtic throw away a 3-0 first-leg lead and eventually lose 5-4 on aggregate. McGregor had actually put Celtic 1-0 ahead on […]
Martin O’Neill Issues Celtic Champions League Rallying Cry
Martin O’Neill has made clear Celtic will not sit back and protect their 3-0 lead against LASK tonight. The Hoops boss named an unchanged starting XI for the Champions League play-off second leg in Linz and wants the Bhoys to approach the game in the same way they did last week at Celtic Park. Despite […]
Greek Giants ‘Open Talks’ with Celtic Target Mahmić
Celtic reportedly face fresh competition to Ermin Mahmić, with PAOK now said to have made contact with the Bosnia and Herzegovina international. According to inFotbal, the Greek side have already spoken with the 21-year-old as they look to strengthen their attack before the transfer window closes. PAOK are said to be looking for an attacking […]
Confirmed Celtic Starting XI vs LASK: Trusty and Duran Start
Martin O’Neill has named his Celtic starting XI to face LASK in the Champions League play-off second leg at the Raiffeisen Arena. Auston Trusty was the only fresh doubt from last week after missing training at Celtic Park on Monday through illness. However, O’Neill remained positive in his pre-match press conference in Linz that the USMNT […]
Journo Provides Ermin Mahmić Celtic ‘Talks’ Update
Celtic remain in talks with Slovan Liberec over a move for Ermin Mahmić, with Sky Sports providing a fresh update on Tuesday. Anthony Joseph confirmed negotiations are still ongoing over a possible £8 million deal for the attacking midfielder. He wrote: “Sky Sports News reported last week that the Scottish champions had opened talks with […]
Colby Donovan Makes Brilliant Celtic Champions League Claim
Colby Donovan has opened up on his rise at Celtic and made clear what playing Champions League football means to him. The 19-year-old has been one of the big positives for the Hoops so far this season and starred in the 3-0 win over LASK at Celtic Park last week. Donovan has gone from playing […]
Celtic vs Falkirk: Referee and VAR Confirmed
Chris Graham will referee Celtic vs Falkirk this Saturday at Celtic Park, the SFA have confirmed. It will be Graham’s first game of the season officiating the Hoops. The last time he was involved in a Celtic game was actually against Falkirk at Celtic Park back in April, when he was on VAR duty. Celtic […]
Celtic Confirm Emotional LASK Gesture
Celtic have confirmed a minute’s silence will be observed against LASK at the Raiffeisen Arena after the Austrian champions contacted the Hoops to arrange the tribute. A 65-year-old Hoops supporter was rushed to Glasgow Royal Infirmary after falling ill inside Celtic Park during the Champions League clash on August 19. Despite receiving medical treatment, he […]
Celtic Gvidas Gineitis ‘Key Date’ Set – Report
Celtic’s pursuit of Gvidas Gineitis is far from over, with Champions League qualification proving key in any breakthrough. The Hoops face LASK in Tuesday night’s second leg and, should they qualify, Gineitis could soon be added to their ranks. The Torino midfielder has been linked with a move to Glasgow for much of the summer […]
The Club History Celtic Can Secure Against LASK
Celtic will aim to do something they’ve never done before when they face LASK tonight. Martin O’Neill has been preparing his squad as they look to secure qualification for the Champions League. A three-goal lead has Celtic in pole position, but the work is far from over. In Brendan Rodgers’ first season in charge, the […]
Celtic Star to Miss Key Fixtures
Celtic have been dealt a blow, with Yang Hyun-jun set to miss two key matches. The Celtic star has been called up for the Asian Games as one of South Korea‘s overage players. If they win the tournament, Yang could win exemption from military service conscription. South Korea’s first match is on September 15 against Qatar in Nagoya, then […]
“Need Good Players” – Celtic Star Issues Champions League Transfer Plea
Celtic are on the cusp of Champions League qualification, and the squad needs further reinforcements to compete on the European stage. Last week’s 3-0 win over LASK saw Celtic make a statement of intent. The Austrian champions had their chances, but Camilo Duran and Benjamin Nygren’s top-drawer strikes ensured the victory without reply. Martin O’Neill […]
Mika Baur Lauds Celtic Duo for Their Influence
Mika Baur has named two Celtic stars in particular for their warm welcome and general influence at the club. Baur became the Hoops’ fourth summer signing after arriving from Paderborn in a deal that could rise to £6.8 million after add-ons. Negotiations between the clubs took a decent amount of time, with the Bundesliga side […]
Viljami Sinisalo Sends Strong Goalkeeper Message
Viljami Sinisalo is aware of the noise surrounding Celtic’s search for a new goalkeeper, but he is ready to prove why he holds the number one jersey. It’s no secret that the Hoops have another in their sights, and Sinisalo insists the competition can only bring out the best in him. Martin O’Neill has reiterated […]
Celtic Balazs Toth Transfer Update
Balazs Toth remains on Celtic’s radar as they seek to add to their goalkeeper department. Viljami Sinisalo remains the Hoops’ number one, but Blackburn Rovers’ Toth recently emerged as a target to provide competition between the sticks. The 28-year-old won Players’ Player of the Year for his exploits last season as Blackburn narrowly avoided relegation […]
Celtic Transfer Move for Winger ‘Being Assessed’ as Champions League Football Beckons
Celtic could be set to spend big should they qualify for the Champions League on Tuesday night. A 3-0 lead sees Celtic in the driving seat of the tie as they face LASK at the Raiffeisen Arena. While a healthy margin, supporters know not to get carried away, with Martin O’Neill drilling that message into […]
Alistair Johnston Conversation with Martin O’Neill Detailed After Injury Blow
Alistair Johnston has suffered a fresh injury blow and will be sidelined for two months, but Martin O’Neill has insisted the star’s mentality will ensure he bounces back. Johnston has been the subject of transfer interest from Everton. A move to the Premier League looked increasingly likely before the 28-year-old was substituted off at half-time […]
Martin O’Neill Gives Celtic Transfer Update After Injury Blow
Martin O’Neill has acknowledged that Celtic will look to bring in a right-back in Alistair Johnston’s absence. O’Neill confirmed that the Canada international has been ruled out until October and will miss key Celtic fixtures, both domestically and on the European stage. The Hoops face LASK on Tuesday night knowing that, should they avoid defeat […]