Reo Hatate last week posted an emotional farewell to Celtic, whilst past and present teammates also paid tribute to the Japanese international midfielder after his move to Championship side Burnley… Reo Hatate ended his successful four and half year spell at Celtic this week when he joined Burnley for a fee believed to be worth of £6.5 million plus add-ons. If he plays in the required number of matches and Burnley win promotion to the Premier League then Celtic will stand to make around £9m from the deal according to Sky Sports. There’s been a significant change in personnel at…
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Whether it was through luck or not, Celtic certainly landed on their feet after Eddie Howe eventually knocked them back in May 2021 after many months of negotiations… Celtic believed that the highly former Bournemouth manager was essentially a done deal with just some issues relating to Howe’s backroom team still to be ironed out. So there was no need for a plan B in place. Then the bombshell news was dropped by Howe that he could not convince his colleagues to make the move to Glasgow so he would with great reluctance have to turn down the opportunity to…
Every transfer window brings whispers about a player suddenly eligible for another national team. A grandparent from Donegal, a wife from Lisbon, an agent mentioning a Caribbean passport that “opens doors.” For footballers, a second passport can mean a faster work permit, better tax planning, or a shot at senior international football through a different flag. It can also go badly wrong… Celtic supporters have watched enough of these stories play out, whether it is a squad player suddenly declaring for Canada, or a loanee discovering his documents will not clear a Champions League away trip in time. The mechanics…
The Affiliation of Registered Celtic Supporters Clubs over the past few days met with senior management and board members from Celtic with some of the details beginning to appear on social media and details notes being sent to Celtic Shorts… The Affiliation initially joined the Celtic Fans Collective last September but subsequently withdrew after taking a vote of their members. They are accordingly going their own way dealing with the club who appear to be open to these kind of meetings with major supporters group after a short Q&A season at the AICSC AGM in Cork at the start of…
Apex Legends in May 2026 looks different from the game most veterans remember… Season 29: Overclocked reshaped ranked play, tweaked the weapon meta, and introduced mechanics like Deathbox Respawns and Chain Healing that change how fights actually unfold. If you’ve been away for a season or two, some of your old habits might be quietly costing you games… This guide breaks down what’s actually working right now, from Bronze lobbies to Predator queues, based on current patch data, ranked structure changes, and pro-level trends. What Changed in Season 29: Overclocked The headline features this season are mechanical, not cosmetic. Deathbox…
Celtic’s transfer activity in the summer 2026 transfer window so far has been characterised, numerically at least, by the number of players leaving the club rather than new arrivals… The 5IAR Scottish Champions so far have added two new signings, or three if you include bringing Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain back for another season after his loan spell earlier in the year. The two signings, Camilo Duran from Qarabag and Kasper Hogh from Bodo/Glimt, certainly add major firepower and undoubted quality to the Celtic attack and will supply plenty of magical goalscoring exploits in the Hoops over the new season and beyond.…
Celtic’s Alistair Johnston has insisted that despite all the glitz and the glamour, this summer’s World Cup is still just football… Johnston is over in his homeland at present, awaiting the tournament kicking-off in earnest, where he and his countrymen will face-off against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto this Friday. Canada are unlikely to win the Wold Cup but the World cup betting, there’s plenty of optimism that they could perhaps go as far as the quarter finals. After that opening match in Toronto, the Canadians will travel to Vancouver, to take on Qatar on 18 June, whilst Switzerland lie in wait…
Celtic’s turbulent season ended with an unlikely double as legendary Celtic manager Martin O’Neill rolled back the years to secure a magnificent double… The 74 year-old interim manager ended the season winning both the Scottish Premiership in the most dramatic of circumstances and then the Scottish Cup, both in the space of eight days. The title looked like it was going to go to Heart of Midlothian for the first time since 1960 but the Celtic supporters, with Martin O’Neill in charge, never stopped believing that a miraculous fightback was on the cards. They used their free bets to back…
Celtic have earned a place among the financial heavyweights of European football, securing the eighth spot in Off The Pitch’s respected annual rankings of the continent’s most financially stable clubs… This marks the first time the Glasgow giants have broken into the top 10 of the prestigious list, which evaluates long-term financial sustainability and responsible club management. The Hoops now find themselves in elite company, rubbing shoulders with the likes of Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Serie A champions Napoli, who topped the rankings. Also ahead of Celtic were Danish and Swedish sides Silkeborg and Molde, with Manchester City in…
Celtic right-back Alistair Johnston has offered a candid reflection on his adjustment to life in Glasgow, admitting he struggled with the intense public scrutiny that comes with playing for the Scottish Champions… CANADA VS EL SALVADOR – 2025 HOUSTON,TEXAS. JUNE 24th: Alistair Johnston of Canada during the match between Canada and El Salvador in the Concacaf Gold Cup 2025, held at the Shell Energy Stadium, in Houston ,Texas. Photo: FABIAN MEZA The Canadian international, who joined Celtic from CF Montréal in early 2023, has enjoyed remarkable success on the field—winning seven domestic trophies in just over two years. But off…
Gustaf Lagerbielke has officially said goodbye to FC Twente, bringing an end to his season-long loan in the Netherlands as he prepares to return to Celtic… Liam Scales and Gustaf Lagerbielke of Celtic celebrate following the team’s victory during the UEFA Champions League match between Celtic FC and Feyenoord at Celtic Park Stadium on December 13, 2023. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) The 25-year-old Swedish defender enjoyed a solid campaign in the Eredivisie, making 32 appearances and playing the full 90 minutes in the majority of those. Despite his success in Enschede, a permanent deal is apparently off the table,…
Celtic’s strong connection with Japanese football looks set to continue this summer, with Albirex Niigata’s highly rated defender Hayato Inamura emerging as the latest target for Brendan Rodgers… Hayato Inamura Albirex, APRIL 6, 2025 – Football / Soccer : 2025 J1 League match between Vissel Kobe – Albirex Niigata at National Stadium in Tokyo, Japan. Photo IMAGO Talks are underway between the two clubs regarding a possible transfer, though no deal has yet been finalised. A spokesperson for Albirex confirmed negotiations are ongoing, but emphasised that details remain confidential at this stage. Inamura set to join the list of Japanese…
Since his arrival at Celtic in 2021, Cameron Carter-Vickers has established himself as one of Scotland’s top defenders… Cameron Carter-Vickers of Celtic during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between Celtic FC and BSC Young Boys at Celtic Park on January 22, 2025 Photo JustPictures.ch/Richard Callis Initially signed on loan from Tottenham Hotspur, the American centre-back quickly cemented his place in the squad, earning a permanent move. His defensive prowess played a key role in Celtic’s domestic dominance, including a historic treble under Postecoglou and the prospect of another under Brendan Rodgers this season. Dominant in club…
Brendan Rodgers has found himself on the wrong side of UEFA’s strict scheduling regulations after a delayed kickoff during his side’s Champions League clash with Bayern Munich… Brendan Rodgers, Manager of Celtic, reacts during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off second leg match between FC Bayern München and Celtic FC at Allianz Arena on February 18, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images) Former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA official Keith Hackett has shed light on the significance of adhering to UEFA’s stringent match-timing protocols. Despite guiding Celtic towards a potential domestic treble, Rodgers has faced mounting…
Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel has received strong backing from his teammates after shocking comments about his physique appeared in the press… The remarks, which have been widely condemned as “degrading,” came after his performance in Denmark’s match against Portugal, where he saved a Cristiano Ronaldo penalty and played through injury. UEFA Nations League: Portugal – Denmark Denmark s goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel is in pain in the shoulder during the UEFA Nations League playoff match in League A between Portugal and Denmark at Josà Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon, Portugal on Sunday, March 23, 2025. (Photo: Bo Amstrup Ritzau Scanpix) , Lisbon…
Celtic defender Auston Trusty has been reflecting on his first season at Celtic and the drive for another Treble… Auston Trusty of Celtic celebrates at full time during the UEFA Champions League match between Celtic FC and RB Leipzig at Celtic Park on November 05, 2024. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) Auston Trusty’s debut season in Celtic colours is shaping up to be a memorable one. The USMNT international has transitioned from Sheffield United, where he endured the disappointment of Premier League relegation, to a Celtic side where not only winning is expected but doing so in style. As the…
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has provided an update on goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel’s injury, but uncertainty remains over the veteran’s timeline for recovery. The 38-year-old sustained a shoulder injury while on international duty with Denmark during their Nations League play-off against Portugal, a match that saw the Danes fall 5-2 on aggregate. Kasper Schmeichel of Celtic acknowledges the fans after the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 match between Borussia Dortmund and Celtic FC at BVB Stadion Dortmund on October 01, 2024. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images) A Costly Injury for Denmark and Celtic Schmeichel’s injury occurred under unfortunate circumstances,…
Former Celtic star Kyogo Furuhashi remains determined to make an impact at Stade Rennes despite a difficult start to life in France… UEFA Champions League Celtic Glasgow vs Young Boys Bern YB Celtic Park Glasgow, Kyogo Furuhashi celebrates but the goal was not given by VAR. Photo JOERAN STEINSIEK The 30-year-old, who left the Hoops in January for a £10 million move to Ligue 1, has struggled with injuries and limited playing time, leading to speculation about his future. Furuhashi has yet to find the net for his new club, making just four appearances under manager Habib Beye, who replaced…
Ange Postecoglou’s tenure as Tottenham Hotspur manager is reportedly at risk, with the club’s hierarchy considering potential successors after a turbulent second season… Ange Postecoglou, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur, reacts during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on May 14, 2024 (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) From Bright Start to Mounting Pressure The former Celtic boss initially won widespread acclaim for his attacking philosophy and guided Spurs to a respectable fifth-place finish in his debut Premier League campaign. However, his second season has been far more challenging, with Tottenham now out of…
Victor Wanyama has completed a sensational return to Scottish football, signing for Dunfermline Athletic on a deal until at least the end of the season… Former Celtic star Victor Wanyama joins Dunfermline Athletic. Photo Dunfermline FC The former Celtic star links up once again with his ex-manager Neil Lennon, who recently took charge of the Pars in a bid to steer them clear of relegation from the Scottish Championship. The 33-year-old midfielder had been without a club since leaving CF Montreal earlier this year and has now agreed to bolster Lennon’s squad for the final stretch of the campaign. Welcome…