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Celtic Diary Thursday May 18: Partick, Pedro and Taking The P

Celtic make the short trip across the city tonight to play Partick Thistle, and whilst the game is merely a chance to keep everyone on their toes ahead of the cup final, its worth noting that the side are just one goal short of the 100 league goal figure, three points shy of the clubs best ever total and Partick are one of the few sides to have taken points off the hoops this season.

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Any chance of the Celts taking it easy ?

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Thistle manager Alan Archibald gave the now obligatory statement about not being overly concerned about stopping the unbeaten Celtic run…

“It would be a massive three points. We just want to sign off with three points in one or two of our last games.

“We have got in the top six and not won a game and that has been hugely frustrating, so it is more about our pride.

“We are not really interested in stopping Celtic in terms of that [unbeaten domestic run], it is more about three points and giving our fans something to cheer about for the end of the season.” 

No wonder no one has beaten Celtic this season. Every time a manager is asked they always say they aren’t thinking about being the first to beat the six times champions.

One would think that as a motivational tool the desire to be the first would be at the front of any team talk.

I remember as a young man being delighted once when a young maiden said I was to be first, a feeling shattered when another fellow said “thats not fair, you were first last night ”

Much to the disappointment of Diary readers, I’m here all week.

Keiran Tierney added a wee bit of praise for Partick,

“They are one of the teams that try to play, they play from the back and they have some good players so it will be a tough game.

“They deserve their top-six finish and the last time we played them the gaffer said they were one of the better teams in the league.” 

So, will it be a full strength side ?

Well, Scott Brown is back from his suspension/holiday/week on the piss , so he will start.

After that, it probably depends on what sort of mood Brendan Rodgers is in when he picks up his pen and pad to list the team.

Liam Henderson was mentioned after the game at Aberdeen as one who needed to get a run out, so there’s a chance Stuart Armstrong won’t feature.

Christian Gamboa could also get a start, whilst the need for a farewell appearance from Emilio Izaguirre has been removed with the popular and capable honduran adding another year to his contract.

Kris Commons ?

If he is going to say tatty bye before he makes the short trip to join the Lennon Lions , then its more likely to be against Hearts on Sunday.

Moussa Dembele is back in training, but won;t feature, which means Leigh Griffiths has two games to make sure that the young Frenchman isnt considered for the final no matter how fit he is.

If you are heading to the bookies, then Griffiths is a good bet to score first.

And second, and probably third.

With the Celts racking up plenty of goals since the split, tonights game should be no different.

Do 4-1, 5-1 and 6-1 to cover your bet.

But don’t come complaining to me when it finishes 1-0.

 

As the league stutters to a close after an entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable campaign, the spotlight fell on Pedro Caixinha and his “rangers ” side, who faced aberdeen at Ibrox last night.

Whilst the game had no bearing on how the table will finish, except in Pedro’s little fantasy league, where only the last six or seven games count, and he can buy players, build new stands and enjoy a credit line from the bank, the pressure was on the Portuguese Pep to back up his claim that Aberdeen were a side on the way down.

The dons duly won 2-1, their first win against “rangers ” in two attempts at the ground the club ought from Rangers for a knock down price-mainly because thats the only thing that can be done with the place, for safety reasons- which confused the portion of the support the new club inherited from the now defunct previous entity.

You see, they thought they were unbeaten in twenty six years and considerably more games than that, which is another example of them trying to cling to a history that ended somewhat abruptly in 2012.

When they struggle with the basics, its not entirely surprising they struggle with more complex issues, such as running a successful football club.

Still, its all new to them, and they will probably get better at it.

Caixinha, however, appears to have lost the plot, more or less in the same way that his predecessor Mark Warburton did..

It all started the last time the two met, when Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes didn’t invite his ibrox counterpart into his office for a drink.

Pedro explains..sort of..

“I was just saluting him and saying I didn’t understand the reason why he invited me to be received in his office and didn’t show up at the previous match.

“So I said that if you didn’t show up in the previous match, you are definitely not welcome to come to my office. 

“It is a question of respect. If I am not being respected then, please, don’t show up.

“If he didn’t show up and I waited more than 15 minutes, what do you call that? What do you call that?

“I am a guy who came here to do my job. I know I am maybe the only foreigner but I have already passed through this situation in Mexico so I am used to it.

“But I am here to win and here to defend this club.” 

“No, Rangers need to feel very proud. Because this is a club that has travelled all the way from the bottom to the Europa League.

“They should be proud of what they have done along these five years.” 

Absolutely right. Its the previous 140 or so they should be embarrassed about.

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And in the past, they must remain…

Though the future does look a little better for them, as West Belfast Tim spotted when he spotted Martin Waghorn modelling next seasons away kit..

The comedy at Ibrox was summed up magnificently by a wistful tweeter..

For all I laugh at what befalls the Ibrox team and comedy down Govan way these days, Im just a tad sad as I wish it was happening to Rangers

 

Looking to the future, and the Hearts game on Sunday, which promises to be another match I attend, and then have wiped from my memory by the demon drink on the long trip home, there may be a special reason to stay sober before the game, apart from the obvious illegality of entering a game drunk..

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If coming along on Sun please be in c. 12;20 and be part of the full Stadium display which will take place as the teams enter the pitch👍🏽🍀⏰

Poor John Paul. He misses those three o’clock kick offs, and still can’t bring himself to alter his wee clock to the kick off time.

It promises to be a cracker, the best ones are always the ones that commemorate the history.

 

There was more evidence yesterday that one man at the SFA have more or less now entered the final phase of complete indoctrination from those with the funny handshakes…check out those brown brogues..

It’s Stewart Regan !

And he’s found the only door that will be open for him after he’s finally booted out of Hampden for all his misdemeanours.

One if which came to light yesterday..

BREAKING The has withdrawn complaints against both and for their parts in the Scottish Cup final disorder.  

After all those players were assaulted as well.

Clearly Regan has decided that any public enquiry as to what went on might end up with “rangers ” being fined, which will also end up with people asking if they’ve paid the previous one yet…the one from when they were formed.

 

Which reminds me..there’s been limited coverage of the Craig Whyte trial in the mainstream media, but we’re fortunate to have James Doleman to refer to for information. Accurate information, and anyone looking to set up any kind of internet site to deal with the truth might want to make a note of the kind of figures Doleman is getting for his tweets.

My Twitter stats since the beginning of the Craig Whyte case

 

The truth, it appears , still has a market out there.

Oh, and here’s yesterdays tweets..

James Doleman Day 14 Craig Whyte Trial

 

With the revelation that there is a market for the truth, its not surprising that two entrepreneurial journalists have set up a subscription based website promising high quality articles abotu Celtic and “rangers “.

They’ve called it Scope, and for a fee , the reader can get access to high quality journalism and features and podcasts and all sorts of things.

However, it appears that one of  pioneers has also forgotten to master the basics..

Replying to and

Well we’re only interested in the truth. It’s called journalism.

sounds encouraging..

Oops..

New company, same club. 

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In the United States, subscription based websites for information and opinion are way ahead of the ones in this country.

In Scotland, CommonSpace.Scot  is far and away the most credible.

And even thats  not subscription based, it relies on donations. which arguably keeps it on its toes and the standard high.

Maybe the Scope guys should have looked at that model,  which works in the Scottish environment.

Of course, none of that matters when you take exactly the same editorial line that has seen the print media which has seen massive drops in circulation.

Still, they deserve credit for trying something new, even if they don’t quite have the courage to do it properly and appeal to all fans of all clubs who want to see the game in Scotland cleansed of the stench of corruption and collusion.

Back over to Ibrox, and another fundraising idea..

Indeed.

Imagine watching the game in a tank.

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Still, theres always the bingo.. which is now the subject of a poster campaign..

I had a wee panic attack yesterday..

I though number five said “overdrinking “

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By the way, tomorrow is Knob of the Week day..lets be a little more democratic, as i don;t want to be acused of favouritism, and get your nominations in the replies. It’s going to be tricky to single out a convincing winner this week with so may to choose from, so help me out, guys.

Yesterday we offered this tantalising picture for comment..

There were some fantastic comments, but the simplest and most childish one had this simple and childish writer giggling

Martin67 May 17, 2017 at 10:29 am · Edit · Reply

Caption: Ti-teas!!!! 

Now, where is this ?

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henkesdreadlocks
6 years ago

Caption…….

The SFA’s Mission Statement.

Monti
6 years ago

Caption: 25 Cromwell street, Gloucester?

Alzyerpal
6 years ago

The new Ibrox press area nears completion.

Snood
6 years ago

It’s the sfa dark site between Larkhall and Stonehouse where our finest refs hone their honest mistakes and flute playing skills before spending the evening fucking goats

6 years ago

Murry pa……sorry auchenhowie ?

6 years ago

Brother Pedro’s promise to stop dressing-room leaks Bears fruit.

Monti
6 years ago

Caption: Jimmy Bell’s advice to Francisco Sendaza

Monti
6 years ago

Caption: Vinnies Labotomists waiting room wall

Sandy MacKay
6 years ago

That means YOU, Lee Wallace.

Monti
6 years ago

The stupid hun suggestions: instead of cars/tanks wtf?? being parked in each corner, why not a hearse or an ice cream van?

Tam the tim
6 years ago

Spotted this truck in Edinburgh yesterday with the Hun crest stuck all over it. M&H logistics I think it was. Motto was, in partnership with you know who and the biggest laugh was combining success off and on the pitch. Anyone else seen this motor?
HH

Andy Borland
6 years ago

Knob Of The Week?
It’s got to be Brother Pedro, he is pure comedy gold.
I love him

Bognorbhoy
6 years ago

Caption ….

This is the police Scotland motto when the hun visit celtic toilets…

VooDude
6 years ago

Ah, I see you’ve prepared the oath the Lennon CSC members have to recite before entering the bus on Sunday.

Daviebhoy
6 years ago

Caption “Jabba the huns induction book for journalists”
Keep up the good work Ralph. COYBIG, Aseason like no other HH

6 years ago

Sevco’s tactics board

Martin67
6 years ago

Caption: a public safety announcement brought to you by Police Scotland on big screens at Ibrox

George lazenbhoy
6 years ago

The rest of the fight club rules were not that catchy

charlie
6 years ago

great article ralph that first last nght wan wis a cracker

charlie
6 years ago

ralph a never knew ye liked springstein this wan reminds me ae when wacky walter and the wankers were stealin titles affus

charlie
6 years ago
charlie
6 years ago
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that wan reminds me ae the cheatin years

charlie
6 years ago
Reply to  charlie

but now its awe sunny days for tims …….aint celtic grand

charlie
6 years ago

ralph see that ideas zombie you shoulda geid him wan ae they fuck off and when ye get ther fuck off again wans

charlie
6 years ago

i nominate me for knob ae the week ………….seen as av got the biggest cock on here he he

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  charlie

What about Tic Toc?
Do Rabbits have cocks? 🙂

Charlie
6 years ago

Wee bit of the boss influence in today’s diary , MAGIC

charlie
6 years ago

caption that reminds me ae the first time ma older brothers took me for a swally

charlie
6 years ago

well a need tae shift grass disnae cut itself

Stephen
6 years ago

Caption……

Lord Nimmo Smith
“Well that’ll be the terms of reference for the inquiry sorted”.

charlie
6 years ago

will we win the champions leauge next season

charlie
6 years ago
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ROB O'KEEFFE
6 years ago

CAPTION :THE WHYTE HOUSE

Monti
6 years ago

Is it Tic Toc Bunny ears deliveries?

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

No a wanker then….

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

I prefer a Rabbit….

The Cha
6 years ago

Kotw Stefan Bienkowski‏, the unique selling point for his paysite is the same liquidation denial as the MSM. Likely to be a surefire winner.

Paul Brady (not Dennis Waterman) could sing the theme tune “Nothing but the same old song”.

jimmybee
6 years ago

Got to say the caption winner was funny,well done.
The GB have another Tifo tonight,which should be really good,and can’t wait to see what those artists have done for Sunday. They truly are a class above,anyone.
Once again Peter will rake in thousands from their work,whilst handing over the names and addresses to police Scotland to jail our gallant crew, when he spits the dummy out again.
Fame tonight should be a good match. Thistle have caused real problems and played well against us recently.
I’m sure though the players will be desperate to remain unbeaten.
It is no surprise to see Boyata scoring goals again,griff is deadly at corners,and anyone wanting a bet should take our Centre backs to score first or anytime. You normally get 20/1 first goal and around 7/1 anytime. There is also a horse running tonight which should romp home in the 8.00 at Newmarket. Tribute Act.
Get on bhoys

rebus67
6 years ago

I cannot follow the logic of the case put forward by the prosecution in the CW trial. Each witness seems to support the defence. So far we have been told that SDM was anxious to sell Rangers so that he could buy back his Metals business for 1 pound; advisors for the purchaser suggested that he walk away since there were too many unknowns; SDM had to know that there was third party financing, and Ticketus wanted to keep the deal quiet. Further the information provided in the data room did not adequately cover the tax cases against Rangers.

How does this help the prosecution?

It is probably just me and my lack of understanding,

Rebus

Rob O'Keeffe
6 years ago

Thank God,the fighting has stopped! Signed the British Army.

Monti
6 years ago

Meh WHAT’S UP DOC?

Monti
6 years ago
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Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Nope.

oztim67
6 years ago

Back home and desperate to catch a game, so I contacted Firhill yesterday and the lass on the phone informed me that there were plenty of tickets. I drove to the ticket office and spoke the chap behind the counter.

Chap, “Are you after an away or home ticket?”
Me, “I’ll take an away ticket if possible.”
Chap,”Sorry, you have to buy them from Celtic Park.”
Me, “OK, I’ll take a home ticket then.”
Chap, “Sorry i can’t sell you a home ticket now, fans have to be segregated.”
Me, “You’re kidding?
Chap, “No, it’s a police scotland order.”
Me, “I’m over from Australia and just want to see a game.”
Chap, “I can’t sell you a ticket now.”
Me, “What if i’d said I wanted a home ticket first?”
Chap, “I would’ve asked you what stand you wanted to sit in to try and catch you out.”
Me. “Thanks for that.” (Go and take a fuck to yesrself, I’m not a hun)

Went back to my car and 10 minutes later my old da went in and bought me one, no questions asked.

C’mon the Hoops from the Thistle End.

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  oztim67

🙂

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Mon The Celtic

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

See Dave Kings cleared there Debts and plans stoapin 7 in a row.Its just no there for them.

6 years ago
Reply to  Tioc67

Will do Weered.Thanks m8.i enjoy a decent read.

6 years ago
Reply to  Tioc67

Had a wee peak Weered.I think i could like that Pal.Thanks.Ye watching the Thistle game.Penalty to the Tic

6 years ago
Reply to  Tioc67

Weered i apreciate the older writings more.There wording is more appealing,i think.

6 years ago
Reply to  Tioc67

Weered type in Frontrow.net or com.Ye should be able to get the game,Pal.

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Tioc67

Tioc,
Have you tried ‘ Viz’ magazine m8?
Quality shit…..

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Retract your wanker comnent then….

rebus67
6 years ago

Post gone missing. If anyone has time, perhaps, it can be fished out of the bin.

Otherwise, the world continues to turn,

Rebus

Wisnae me
6 years ago

Las Vegas after Level 5 use their ‘skills’ to rebrand it?

Monti
6 years ago

COYBIG

Thistle 1 Celtic 5

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Wee Griff what a man,If he cannae score he,ll make sure tae get a decent ball in the area.HH

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Would be Magic,If we Do.We are all over them,Like a Rash

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Frontrow.net or .com,Ye should be able to get the game,Weered

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Weered apologies m8.Its Frontrow.net.Ive used it in the past for football boxing etc

6 years ago

PT 1 Celtic 4.

6 years ago

Get in There!!!!Griffiths Again.

Monti
6 years ago

Just a joy to watch this Celtic side, fantastic football again!!
Santa, please can we have Patrick Roberts on a 5 year deal?
Please please!
HH

rebus67
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Monti,

Agreed! Roberts is a treasure.

The whole team is playing well but I like how the two full backs have slotted in.

Rebus

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  rebus67

Rebus,
Did you notice the linesmason point for a corner at the Roberts penalty?

It’s just astonishing m8

jimmybee
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

I call that progress m8, thought he was going to give a goal kick lol

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Pffffttttt 5 Years.A lifetime Treble Wages.I,ll even clean his boots for him.What a player that wee man is,We need em,Seriously Need Em.If we dont keep hm,ffs who,d fill his boots for us.Fingers and aw else crossed,He Stays

Monti
6 years ago

Half time
Thistle 0 Celtic 3

Time for a half time……carrot 🙂

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

hahahaha,

6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

The Viz??No my cuppa tea M8

jimmybee
6 years ago

So easy, the team not even out of first gear yet.
The midfield have great play going on and seem to know where everyone is around them. Well apart from McGregor when he played a pass instead of shooting. Lol.
I just love wee Izzy.
Thank you Brendan it’s just a joy to see.

jimmybee
6 years ago

Could ge 7 or 8 tonight bhoys lets go for it.

rebus67
6 years ago

One thing worth noting is how McGregor’s athleticism has improved. He is twice the player he was at the start of the season.

Rebus

Charlie
6 years ago

Very unprofessional from griffiths

Una
6 years ago

I’m sorry to say but i think it’s goodnight to Leigh under Brendan all the best at your next club thanks for the memories mate.

Una
6 years ago
Reply to  Una

Lol

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Una

Pish!

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

🙂

Una
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Primark,Primark, More like Gucci loyalty card u mean.

jimmybee
6 years ago

I would have been more surprised if he didn’t say anything.
So to me it just shows he wants to play and cherish every minute nothing wrong with that.

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  jimmybee

Jimmybee,
Correct, Una doesn’t understand that it’s a man row….
She’ll be ok after a cuppa and the omnibus edition of Hollyoaks

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

It’s when a Rabbit tries to show he has an AK47 when all he has is a docking leaf and a carrot…

Una
6 years ago
Reply to  Monti

Coming from zMonti the pussy, u bitch and moan when someone has better replies. Get a life punk.

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Una

Una,
Oh dear….don’t spill your coffee now….

Monti
6 years ago
Reply to  Una

Una,
You seem to be taking my posts a bit too seriously….
Just saying……
What time is Jeremy Kyle on today?

Cartvale88
6 years ago

BR knows how to get the best out of Leigh, the guy is class and a true supporter. Poorest man on the pitch Dallas, no one sent off.

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