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September 3, 2008

Champions League farce continues

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There was a time when Celtic played Real Madrid, Juventus or even Notts Forest back in the old European Cup. I know I was at all the home games. Two games home and away and winners go through. Tense, exciting stuff.

Now like others we play Manchester United, Barcelona and co every year, in a Group stage, devised so the top teams can get through every year and get more money to buy more players to do it all again the next year. Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 10:14 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , AC Milan, Celtic, Celtic FC, European Champions League, Juventus, Man United, Manchester United, Parkhead, Real Madrid, Spanish League, Villareal, World Cup, brondby, euro cup, group stage

August 28, 2008

Şampiyonlar Ligi'nde Kura Çekimi

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Kuralar bu sefer Cuma 13:00'de değil, bu akşam (Perşembe) 19:00'da çekiliyor.
Fenerbahçe üçüncü torbadan dahil olacak. İşin rengini 4. torbadan gelecek takım belirler. Torbalar şu şekilde: 1. Torba Manchester United FC (İNG), Chelsea FC (İNG), Liverpool FC (İNG), FC Barcelona (İSP), Arsenal FC (İNG), Olympique Lyonnais (FRA), FC Internazionale Milano (İTA), Real Madrid CF (İSP) 2. Click to continue reading...
Mutlak Gol @ 02:02 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Arsenal FC, Atlético de Madrid, Celtic FC, Chelsea FC, FC BATE Borisov, Girondins de Bordeaux, Manchester United FC, Sporting Clube de Portugal, Werder Bremen, dynamo kyiv, futbol, olympique lyonnais

August 23, 2008

Chris James: The Future of New Zealand Soccer

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Right now 28-year-old midfielder Chris James is starring for Tampere United in the Finnish Veikkausliiga. So far this season, James has notched five goals in 14 appearances. The former Fulham player actually played in over 30 matches for the various English youth squads, but decided to play his senior international soccer for the country of his birth with the New Zealand All Whites. Click to continue reading...
Soccer City FC @ 04:02 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , 2010 World Cup, All Whites, Blackburn Rovers, Blackburn Rovers FC, Celtic, Celtic FC, Columbus Crew, Fulham FC, International Soccer, Jarrod Smith, New York Red Bulls, Red Bull NY, Ryan Nelsen, Toronto FC, Wellington Phoenix, midfielders, tampere united

August 12, 2008

Transfer Update: Reyes to Benfica, Crosas to Celtic, Cuellar to Villa

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Benfica have completed their fourth signing of the summer by agreeing a one-year loan deal for Spanish winger Jose Antonio Reyes. The 24-year-old makes the move from Atletico Madrid, with the Lisbon club also having the option to buy the player at the end of his loan spell. Benfica coach Quique Sanchez Flores continues to [. Click to continue reading...
Champions League Talk @ 06:11 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Benfica, Celtic FC, Champions League, Europe, Jose Antonio Reyes, Marc Crosas, Nicky Shorey, Portsmouth, Quique Sanchez Flores, Tournaments, Transfers, UEFA Cup, Younes Kaboul, carlos cuellar, coach, dario simic, lisbon, luke young, rangers fc, stephane mbia, winger

August 1, 2008

One of the worst back-passes I've ever seen and more reasons why I can't stand Lee Naylor

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Boy, you see this and you just have to wonder what Paul Hartley was thinking. Obviously, he didn't see Bent, but if I were his youth coach, I'd of had to really calm down or li'l Paul's parents would probably have had me removed from the field!



And watching Lee Naylor screw this up is just reason No. Click to continue reading...
Nutmegged @ 06:39 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Lee Naylor, Parents, Paul Hartley, ginger

July 28, 2008

Book Review: Jinky

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Champions League Talk was recently sent a copy of "Jinky: The Jimmy Johnstone Story" written by Jim Black and I was given the honour of reviewing it. Jinky, born James Connolly Johnstone, was a dynamic winger that played for the Celtic side that won nine Scottish championships in a row between 1966 and 1974. Click to continue reading...
Champions League Talk @ 07:21 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: Celtic, Celtic FC, Champions League, Europe, Football Books, Lisbon Lions, Tournaments, jimmy johnstone, jinky johnstone, winger

July 17, 2008

Southampton Pre-Season

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In the lead up to the 08-09 season, Southampton traveled 20 miles up the road where they defeated Salisbury City 3-0. There were even a couple dozen fans of both teams that managed to create trouble and end up in jail (more here). Jason Euell, Bradley Wright-Phillips and David McGoldrick scored for Saints. Click to continue reading...
Black Panther @ 09:50 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Claus Lundekvam, Rudi Skacel, Saints, Salisbury City, Southampton, Southampton FC, midfielder, testimonial

July 3, 2008

Quick hits going into the weekend

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So I start today with a quick look at tonight's game and some other items of not to me over the last week and looking ahead.

Contrary to what many say, Dynamo do not "need" to win tonight at Rice-Eccles Stadium. While a win would be a great way to say sayonara to MLS until July 22 and put the team into first place, however temporarily, we all know that in the playoff-driven MLS, just hanging around and then getting hot is the route to a championship. Click to continue reading...
Nutmegged @ 12:49 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Champions League, Dynamo, Great football kits, Houston Dynamo, Houston Hurricane, Major League Soccer, Nate Jaqua, Olympics, Real Salt Lake, Seattle, SuperLiga, european football, heart, momentum

May 30, 2008

Rumor: Celtic linked with two players

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The Scottish Premier League champions are being linked with Liverpool's Harry Kewell and Aston Villa's Shaun Maloney. Both sides were quiet on Kewell's move to the north but there are rumors that have the Scotland champs offering the Australian £40,000... Click to continue reading...
The Other Football @ 03:15 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC

May 23, 2008

That championship look

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No, the title of this blog does not apply to Dynamo, who were outplayed in almost all aspects of the 2-1 loss to San Jose last night. You get games like that from time to time, losing to inferior teams, but you also get the opposite, beating teams you should never beat.

Rather, the title applies to the now three-time SPL champion Celtic FC. Click to continue reading...
Nutmegged @ 03:11 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Scottish Premier League

May 22, 2008

It's official - Celtic are champions

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As it turns out, goal difference wasn't needed in the Scottish Premier League title race. Celtic won their third straight SPL title with a 1-0 win over Dundee United. The win didn't matter as the Rangers finished off their title... Click to continue reading...
The Other Football @ 05:05 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC

May 19, 2008

Rumor: Milan want £10million Celtic star

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Artur Boruc is a wanted commodity and AC Milan are said to want him as their stopper next season no matter what the price is - even if it's £10million as being reported. The Italian club are looking for a... Click to continue reading...
The Other Football @ 01:26 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC

May 18, 2008

In midst of grieving, Celtic fans get gift

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It was a tough week for Celtic fans. They lost a legend when former player, manager and coach Tommy Burns passed away this past week. The man's dedication to life was eulogized with great beauty across the media world. Burns... Click to continue reading...
The Other Football @ 05:16 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC

April 28, 2008

Another win. Is a miracle in the offing?

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Skippy McDonald's expression says it all. When Celtic lost to Motherwell at home earlier this month, it truly seemed as if the championship run was over. But now that the Bhoys have beaten the strangers twice in 10 days, including the 3-2 win at Parkhead yesterday after Skippy scored the brace and then won the penalty kick that Barry Robson fired home for the winner, the Hoops are back on top. Click to continue reading...
Nutmegged @ 10:45 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Scottish Premier League

April 17, 2008

Morning Coffee out of the Freezer

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FREEZER CALL: Okay, so thinking about it, it makes sense to publish the Freezer on Fridays. There are a few reasons for this, but mainly it allows us to consider the midweek games for the Freezer, and set the table nicely for the weekend. Your recommendations in the comments are most appreciated as we go forward.

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The DCenters @ 10:04 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail (Links: 3 out)
Tags: CD Chivas USA, Celtic FC, DC United, Freezer, Gateshead FC, Links, Major League Soccer, News, United States

April 16, 2008

Scott McDonald misses Old Firm penalty.

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But it's okay because Celtic beat Rangers with a goal in the last minute to keep the Scottish Championship alive, sort of. Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 07:46 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Scott McDonald

A tip o' the hat to Bhig Shot Jan

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A little shout-out to my Bhoy Jan, who scored the game-winner at 94-fuh-reakin' minutes to beat the strangers at Paradise today 2-1! YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!

Or as Matt said over at Lord of the Wing, "I'd like to add F*CK and YES!"
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Nutmegged @ 05:34 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Jan Venegoor of Hesselink

April 9, 2008

Barcelona 1-0 (2-0) Schalke - Barca set up date with United

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Two below-par performances, two 1-0 wins and Barcelona are through to the Champions League semi-finals in the most unconvincing fashion. Not to begrudge them their victories - they took their chances (few as they were) and Schalke made a hash of the many that fell their way. And there's still time for Barcelona to improve [. Click to continue reading...
SoccerLens @ 03:01 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: Barcelona, Bojan Krkic, Celtic FC, Europe, FC Barcelona, FC Porto, Lisandro Lopez, Manuel Neuer, Ronaldinho, Samuel Eto'o, Schalke 04, Thierry Henry, UEFA Champions League, lionel messi

March 30, 2008

Scott McDonald: Yes he played for Celtic

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Celtic lost 1-0 to Rangers. Okay it hurt, but all is not yet lost, believe me.

Where's there's Celtic there's hope!

But Scott McDonald, the so-called injured Socceroo, came off the bench to play for Celtic on Saturday.

Two points:
1. Australia had two chances inside the six yard box against China. Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 02:01 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Scott McDonald, Socceroos

March 25, 2008

Celtic v Rangers on Saturday....did it influence Scott McDonald's decision?

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Cetlic need to beat Rangers at Ibrox to close the gap in the fight for the Scottish Premier League. A loss and the best team in the world will be six points adrift of the Gers.

Now did you see the footage of Scott McDonald getting called off on Sunday for Celtic after 63 mins? He looked, shall we say surprised, nay shocked. Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 01:04 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Scott McDonald, Socceroos

March 16, 2008

Harry Kewell off to Celtic?

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No it's not wishful thinking on my part. Media reports in Britain are suggesting it's on in the summer. Personally I'd be surprised. Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 05:18 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Harry Kewell

March 13, 2008

A tale of two ties, or a duo of draws

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There's kissing your sister and then there's liking it. Yesterday, my two favorite teams each slogged their way through 0-0 draws, but with wildly different meanings, showing once again that in footy, as in less important matters, context is everything.


Earlier in the day Celtic and Dundee United fought at Paradise to a scoreless result, which I think pretty much torpedoes the two-time SPL champs' chances of adding the third. Click to continue reading...
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Tags: , CONCACAF Champions' Cup, Celtic FC, Houston Dynamo

March 12, 2008

Forget Beckham, it's Celtic for Melbourne

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SBS are reporting that Melbourne Victory are aiming to play Beckham in a glamour game in Melbourne later this year.

But BETTER than that they are trying to fix a game with Celtic for July.

Take that Craig Foster:) Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 01:01 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Craig Foster, David Beckham, Melbourne Victory

March 4, 2008

Bhoys/Barca to be on ESPN Classic

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A big thank you to the Orlando Sentinel for letting us all know the error in ESPN's lineup. ESPN Classic (Channel 35 on my Comcast box at home) will indeed be showing the Bhoys/Barca game on tape delay this afternoon at 4 p.m. central time.

Now, to be sure, I am under no illusions here and will offer no bold tilting-at-tsunamis predictions of a Celtic road upset. Click to continue reading...
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Tags: , Barcelona, Celtic FC, espn classic

There is good news for Barcelona and Celtic fans in America

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Special thanks to Marty for letting me know that ESPN's website was incorrect as it does appear that Celtic and Barcelona will be available on ESPN Classic on tape delay at 5 p.m. EST today. Originally it looked like fans... Click to continue reading...
The Other Football @ 09:21 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail (Links: 1 in)
Tags: , Celtic FC, Champions League, TV listings

February 26, 2008

Naka's strike-a

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And I would be remiss if I did not include this wonderful strike from my main Bhoy Shunsuke Nakamura in Celtic's 1-0 win over St. Mirren Sunday. That's the way to put that pasting from Barca in the rear-view mirror. Forza!

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Tags: , Celtic FC, Shunsuke Nakamura

February 21, 2008

Messi and former Arsenal star break my Celtic heart

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Thierry Henry has been my favorite footballer for as long as I can remember. He plays the game with such beauty and it is always a treat to watch him perform his craft. He also has used his notoriety and... Click to continue reading...
The Other Football @ 05:15 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC

February 20, 2008

Celtic to Hire Hypnotist

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Plan to Convince Hoops that Barcelona is in Scotland By Thomas McStewart Starting with an away defeat to Juventus in 2001, SPL champions and underachieving wonder-bhoys Celtic have lost 15 of their last 16 away matches in the UEFA Champion's League. With an away match at Barcelona looming in the distance, this awful away form has left [. Click to continue reading...
The Silly Season @ 01:33 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Barcelona, Celtic FC, Hoplessness, Hypnotist, Losing Streak, world

Celtic to Hire Hypnotist

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Plan to Convince Hoops that Barcelona is in Scotland By Thomas McStewart Starting with an away defeat to Juventus in 2001, SPL champions and underachieving wonder-bhoys Celtic have lost 15 of their last 16 away matches in the UEFA Champion's League. With an away match at Barcelona looming in the distance, this awful away form has left [. Click to continue reading...
The Silly Season @ 01:33 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Barcelona, Celtic FC, Hoplessness, Hypnotist, Losing Streak, world

February 19, 2008

AFL Collingwood v Scott McDonalds Glasgow Celtic

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Size isn't everything but.....


Having sat next to a Collingwood fan in the teaching staffrooms of Canberra, for many years.......

I had to listen to how great Collingwood was, how Australian his team was, and how much better AFL was than football, I hereby announce the turnover of the clubs. Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 05:02 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , AFL, Celtic FC, Scott McDonald

February 13, 2008

5,000 Scottish fans worship Skippy!

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The dear old Scots still use the word Skippy for their little, but valued Australian. Click to continue reading...
Football in the Capital @ 06:44 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Scott McDonald

February 9, 2008

Catching Up With Player Moves - Part II

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A couple weeks ago I posted the start of a comprehensive list to track all player moves before the season starts. I haven't noticed anyone doing this and it seemed an important thing to keep track of for future use. We tend to forget things like when last year the Rapids traded a major allocation to Toronto for Conor Casey with Toronto FC picking up part of Casey's salary for the year. Click to continue reading...
Black Panther @ 06:01 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail (Links: 1 in, 1 out)
Tags: , Brad Guzan, Carlos Ruiz, Celtic FC, Clint Mathis, Fulham, Major League Soccer, psg

February 2, 2008

Very nice 5-1 win for the Bhoys

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Taking out Killie with a great 5-1 win in the Scottish Cup, Celtic moves on to the quarterfinals. (Wonderful quickie analysis of the win here.) After an admittedly tepid last two months, it looks like the Hoops are starting to gather some steam for their push to a double defense and passing that other team from Glasgow (Hmmm, forgot their name). Click to continue reading...
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Tags: , Celtic FC, Georgios Samaras

January 29, 2008

Gordan Strachan and the Hurricane

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Found the YouTube clip below over on The Offside, some wonderful footage of current Celtic manager Gordon Strachan during some of his playing days for Dundee. GS's hair is awesome, but it's the uniforms that get me. Absolute beauty. (GS is No. 8 by the way.)


By the way, I have been looking for footage of the old NASL Houston Hurricane for years and have yet to find any. Click to continue reading...
Nutmegged @ 04:29 PM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, Gordon Strachan, Houston Hurricane

Sources: Aston Villa have doubled Celtic's bid for MLS star

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According to some publications, Aston Villa have offered around twice as much as Scottish champions Celtic have for the services of reigning MLS goalkeeper of the year Brad Guzan. The 23-year-old American is a highly sought after commodity and both... Click to continue reading...
The Other Football @ 06:45 AM EDT | Blog Profile | Post Detail
Tags: , Celtic FC, aston villa
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