Celtic will reportedly open transfer talks with Norwich over the permanent transfer of Adam Idah. The Irishman netted the only goal in Saturday’s win over Rangers, which completed a League and Cup Double for the Celts. Now, as reported by The Record, the Celtic board want to press on and complete the signing of the 23-year-old. The striker has scored 9 times and assisted once in 19 appearances since arriving on a deal until the end of the season. The move proved to be a master stroke from Brendan as the big striker scored some huge goals, none more so…
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Lubo98
Born just as Celtic were stopping the Ten, Lubo98 follows Celtic home and away and helps run his local Celtic Supporters Club. He goes to all the games and is a Law Graduate. Has a particular fondness for Tom Rogic among the current Celts and both Lubo and Henrik form his earliest Celtic memories.
Former Everton, Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney has named Celtic as the club we wishes he’d played for during his playing career. Speaking to Gary Neville on The Overlap, Rooney answered a series of quick-fire questions and when asked which team he’d liked to have played for he had no hesitation in naming CELTIC. Rooney is now the Plymouth Argyle manager and would have had an enjoyable weekend as Manchester United beat local rivals City in the FA Cup Final while North of the Border his favourites Celtic were getting the better of theRangers – yet again -…
Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley has reflected on the club’s Scottish Cup Final win over Rangers labelling the Scottish Champions “a special club”. The Danish midfielder played the entirety of the game at the National Stadium as a late Adam Idah goal delivered the trophy back to Celtic Park. Taking to on his Twitter page, O’Riley said that it was a great way to end the season as Brendan Rodgers side completed the Double. Great way to end the season🏆🏆What a special club💚 pic.twitter.com/bz99RG1TQ5— Matt O'Riley (@mattoriley8) May 27, 2024 O’Riley admitted at the Player of the Year event at the…
The official Scottish Cup Twitter/X account has shared the brilliant footage from behind the goal after Adam Idah scored the winner against Rangers. The Irishman showed a striker’s instinct to follow in after Paulo Bernardo’s shot, meaning he could pounce when Jack Butland spilled the ball. Celtic took the lead in the 90th minute and there were incredible scenes behind the goal as the jubilant supporters celebrated. 👏 The @CelticFC scenes at the winning goal…#ScottishCup pic.twitter.com/1B4fSYdl7A— Scottish Gas Scottish Cup (@ScottishCup) May 27, 2024 Brendan Rodgers replaced Kyogo with Idah after the hour mark and it was a decision that…
Celtic and Rangers will compete for the Scottish Cup this afternoon as the 2023/24 season finishes with the showpiece final. Brendan has named his strongest team as Celtic look to compete a League and Cup Double. Hart, Johnston, Carter-Vickers, Scales, Taylor, McGregor, O’Riley, Hatate, Forrest, Kyogo, Maeda. Subs: Bain, Palma, Idah, Kühn, Nawrocki, Iwata, Bernardo, Ralston, Welsh. Elsewhere, Clement has named his team for this afternoon’s game. Butland, Tavernier, Balogun, Davies, Ridvan, Raskin, Diomande, Cantwell, Sterling, Dessers, Silva. Subs: McCrorie, Dowell, Lundstram, Jack, Sima, Wright, McCausland, McKinnon, Matondo. The game at Hampden kicks off at 3pm and is live on…
Celtic have released the latest Q&A with manager Brendan Rodgers. The club have hosted a few #AskBrendan events this season, quizzing the boss on games, what he does away from football and admiration for other individuals in the game. Now, with the Premiership title in the trophy cabinet, Brendan sat down to answer the questions posed by supporters on Twitter/X. It is interesting to hear the manager’s views on some of the games in the league campaign that he saw as being pivotal towards the title. Rodgers carries himself with such poise and calmness which shows that he is clearly…
Norwich City have confirmed that Adam Idah will be returning to the club from Celtic upon completion of his loan deal. The Canaries issued an update on Monday, just days after confirming that David Wagner had been relieved of his duties. The update is uncontroversial as Celtic do not have a set option to buy Idah included in the loan agreement. However, the Scottish Champions do hold the cards in the bid to get him back in the Hoops next season. Norwich City have confirmed the list of players that will be leaving the club following the 2023/24 season ⬇️—…
Steve Clarke has named four Celtic players in his provisional 28-man Scotland squad for Euro 2024. The former Kilmarnock and West Brom manager is preparing for his second European Championships at the helm of the National Team. Celtic captain Callum McGregor was a certainty to be named in the squad after working back to fitness. However, the skipper was not the only name from the Scottish Champions to be named with Tony Ralston, Greg Taylor and James Forrest also named. ICYMI | Steve Clarke named his provisional @EURO2024 Scotland squad this morning 🏴The squad will travel to Portugal to face…
Celtic are reportedly interested in signing Wolfsburg’s Koen Casteels, who is available as a free agent this summer. The Scottish Champions have the daunting task of having to replace Joe Hart, who will retire from playing at the end of this season. As reported by The Daily Mail, Casteels is the latest name to be linked with the Celtic Park vacancy as Brendan Rodgers’ side look to prepare for the new season and the UEFA Champions League Group Stages. Casteels made 274 appearances for the Bundesliga side but confirmed his departure earlier this week, prompting an emotional farewell from Wolfsburg.…
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers sat down with Celtic TV to reflect on Trophy Day before looking forward to Saturday’s Scottish Cup Final against Rangers. The Scottish Champions will want to add to their trophy tally this season by beating the Ibrox club when the teams meet at Hampden. The Irishman was as calm as ever as he discussed their preparations for the game with Celtic looking to continue their momentum into the final game of the season. Celtic are unbeaten in the four league meetings between the sides this season, winning three times and drawing once. Rodgers will know that…
The Sky Sports pundits have discussed Joe Hart’s impact at Celtic as the Englishman prepares to play his final game at Celtic Park. The Scottish Champions will collect the Premiership title this afternoon but they’ll also bid farewell to Hart, who has been a great servant to the club. James McFadden, Neil Lennon and Chris Sutton all assessed the impact that the goalkeeper has had since arriving at the club in the summer of 2021. 💪 "He's brought leadership when the team really needed it."🧤 "They're going to have to spend a bit of money on replacing a goalkeeper of…
The Celtic players were excellent as they blew Kilmarnock away and won 5-0 at Rugby Padk. After the players and management team took the acclaim of the support, they headed into the dressing rooms but the celebrations continued. The Sky Sports cameras went into the visitors changing area and picked up the excitement amongst the players as they enjoy the title success. 🍾 A look inside the away dressing room at Rugby Park as Celtic celebrate winning the #cinchPrem title for a third consecutive season! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/P8244crDL4— Sky Sports Scotland (@ScotlandSky) May 15, 2024 The team will enjoy the title…
Celtic are the Scottish Champions again after winning 5-0 at Rugby Park. Brendan Rodgers side put on a masterclass to beat Kilmarnock and record their 54th title and third successive league trophy. Supporters that were lucky enough to get tickets to go to Ayrshire were treated to an excellent display by Celtic. After full time, the Green Brigade turned on a stunning light show with pyro to salute the players and management. The GB put on an excellent tifo display before kick off to remember the late, great Celtic legend Tommy Burns. The former Celtic player and manager passed away…
Celtic striker Adam Idah has been brilliant since arriving from Norwich on a loan deal until the end of the season. It remains to be seen whether he will be signed on a permanent deal; however, it is clear that he is loving life in Glasgow. The big striker spurned two chances to score at the weekend in the Glasgow Derby but supporters noticed that he had a stunning pair of customised boots, showing his feelings towards the club. View this post on Instagram A post shared by talkingbaws (@talkingbaws) The 23-year-old has made 16 appearances since arriving from The…
Celtic are reportedly keen on signing Alex McCarthy as a replacement for Joe Hart. With Hart set to hang up his gloves at the end of the season, Celtic are on the lookout for a new No.1 and McCarthy is the latest name to be linked. According to the Daily Mail, Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers rates the Southampton stopper highly given his abilities with the ball at his feet. With Saints pushing for promotion, McCarthy will be focusing on their second leg fixture against West Brom; however, his deal is up at the end of the season. Rodgers will face…
Celtic moved within touching distance of winning a third successive league title after Saturday’s 2-1 win over Rangers. The game was a must-win for the Ibrox side as they travelled to Paradise but it was clear from the start that Brendan Rodgers’ side were going to come out on top. Goals from Matt O’Riley and an OG from John Lundstram wrapped up the three points but Celtic could have scored more and were unlucky not to. The goal from Cyriel Dessers served as consolation for Philippe Clement’s side but the reality was that the scoreline flattered the visitors. Brendan’s team…
Former Celtic manager Neil Lennon is reportedly in talks over the Rapid Bucharest vacancy. The Irishman was a guest at the Celtic POTY event as he picked up an award on behalf of Scott Brown; however, he could be returning to the dugout soon. According to reports in Romania (via Yahoo), Lennon has spoken to the club about taking over ahead of the new campaign following a disappointing season. It was believed that Martin O’Neill had been the Celtic legend that was in discussions regarding the job but it has since emerged that it is Lenny. Lennon has proven that…
Celtic are reportedly battling with newly promoted Ipswich Town for the signature of a Queen’s Park talent. Aidan McGinley is attracting interest despite having never played a first team game for the Spiders. According to Record Sport, Celtic are keen on the 17-year-old starlet as they look to sign a player that could develop into a future first team talent. Ipswich are said to have offered the Scotland U17 a trial and appear to be front runners for the signature but the Scottish Champions could offer an alternative with Norwich City also vying for his signature. Celtic are currently planning…
Celtic striker Adam Idah has been pictured with Harry Hood’s son Nicky, just days before the Glasgow Derby. The Irish striker has certainly made his impact since arriving from Norwich City on a loan until the end of the season. In a picture shared on Twitter/X, Hood’s son Nicky shared a photo of the Celtic striker posing with a group after playing a game of golf at Dalziel Park. Nice to have the big man playing at Dalziel park this afternoon 🙏🏌️♀️⛳️🍀🍀 pic.twitter.com/mFExih4SWc — Nicky Hood (@helenahood25) May 7, 2024 Hood, who sadly passed away in 2019, scored 123 goals…
Lawrence Shankland was announced as the PFA Scotland Player of the Year on Sunday night. The Hearts and Scotland forward was confirmed to have won the most votes from his colleagues in the game to beat Matt O’Riley and two Rangers players. Shankland, who looked like a Sunday league striker at Celtic Park on Saturday, is the top goalscorer in the league and has had an impressive season in front of goal – often turning the dull Hearts display into three points. Whilst the award was going back to Edinburgh with Shankland, there is no escaping the fact that Matt…