And what’s not to be happy about.
Those of a pessimistic nature may feel that something will come along to derail the Deila Express now that it appears to have got back on the rails, but I can’t see it.
And even of it did, such is the general feeling of delight around celtic Park just now, we probably wouldn’t recognise it.
Following on from the highly creditable result in Amsterdam, where ten man celtic held out for a crucial away point in the imposing Arena against an Ajax side currentl;y blazing a trail at the top of the Eredivisie, Celtic produced their best performance of the season, and probab;y last season as well, with a 6-0 destruction of a Dundee side that might as well have stayed on the bus.
Despite the somewhat original refereeing of Steven MacLean, and a superb performance between the sticks from Scott Bain, who could yet travel the worn tarmac of the old Dundee Glasgow road himself, Celtic showed just why it’s right to stick with the Deila formula.
And there’s nothing wrong with that.
Naidr Ciftci scored twice, but under new SFA rules, new Celtic signings can only score once in the game where they break their duck, so a reluctant McLean was forced to rule one of them out. Yep, we might finally have a striker to compliment Leigh Grifiths, and offer something a little different up front when need be.
Once more, we now have an option up front. So there’s no need to go looking elsewhere.
On the contract front, there was even more good news when the Daily Express reported that Nir Biton is about to sign a new, improved deal.
Oh, it’s the Daily Express, but it might still be true.
Then there’s new signing Tom Rogic…alright he’s been here a while, but the recent run in the team and his response to the managers faith has brought truly astounding results. don’t take my word for it.
Have a look at what they are saying in Australia, although to be fair in a land where if you don’t eat it , it will eat you, they probably do need something to cheer about.
GOOD news Socceroos fans, Tom Rogic can only get better!
That’s what Ange Postecoglou has claimed, after the young midfielder produced a man of the match display in Celtic’s 6-0 romp of Dundee FC in the Scottish Premier League.
Scoring for the third time in six league games to start the new season, Rogic was said to have “his best well ahead of him” by Socceroos boss Postecoglou, and Roo Radar certainly hopes he is on the money.
Rogic was pleased with his performance, his 14th minute goal the catalyst for Celtic’s comprehensive win before adding an assist two minutes later.
“For me to score, it could not have gone better,” said the 22-year-old after the game. “I could have had a few more. It wasn’t to be but it was still good to get on the scoresheet and hopefully there are more to come.
“I felt really good out there. I am just trying to build on the start to the season and keep progressing and improving. The manager has given me a lot of confidence to play in this team and it’s easy to play around so many good players.”
And the good news is, Rogic feels fit and healthy.
I’m feeling really good at the moment. Physically it’s probably the best I have felt in a while and I’m hoping to build on that,” he told Celtic’s website.
Rogic and Postecoglou weren’t the only ones pleased with the young Aussie’s display. Theofficial Celtic website awarded him man of the match, with the Scottish Daily Recorddescribing it as Rogic’s “best-ever display” for Celtic, the Aussie “spell-binding in the heart of the Hoops attack.”
The Scottish Sun was similarly lavish in its praise of Rogic, calling his performance “sensational”, with the former Central Coast Mariner “(leading) the way as Ronny Deila’s men outclassed Paul Hartley’s side at Parkhead”.
The Scotsman declared “Celtic have another option in the number 10 role”, reporting that Rogic “generally caused chaos in the Dundee defence”, with Stephen Halliday writing Rogic was “was instrumental in a Celtic performance which was vibrant and dominant from the start”.
See, it’s all good. The ship is getting up steam and we’re all aboard singing. No icebergs in sight.
More proof ?
Okay, how about Emilio Izaguirre, the reigning Honduran kick boxing champion ?
During the Dundee game he decided he wanted to be a striker, and rattled a couple of goals past Scott Bain. Then , he took it even further and decided he wanted to be one of our more illustrious strikers, and copied the style of one in particular.
Maybe he should have chosen another hero as he lined up his attempt to render the European Space Programme null and void.
Kris Commons had a great game, showing that age is absolutely no barrier when it comes to talent.
Then there was the reborn Efe Ambrose, so long in the shadow of the two defenders we had in place last season, you know, the Dutch donkey and the Manchester mercenary.
Lets leave the mercenaries alone now for a while. Say, about twenty five years or so.
Thankfully, the transfer window is shut, and even John Park isn’t likely to chase a forward reccomended by his agent who was about to be put out to stud in the USA because nobody else wanted him.
Even those helpful guys in the ticket office were adding to the general bonhomie around the place…
WE’RE making it easier than ever before for supporters to get their match tickets thanks to our new print-at-home service – Ticketfast.
It’s already proving popular with supporters who are choosing to skip the queues and take advantage of this convenient new way to secure a seat in Paradise, especially useful for fans who live a distance away from Celtic Park.
This week there are another two home fixtures at Celtic Park which will see Ronny Deila’s men playing in the two competitions his team are currently the holders of.
Raith Rovers are the visitors on Wednesday evening in the Scottish League Cup while Hearts return to league action at Celtic Park for the first time in two years this Saturday in the Scottish Premiership.
Print at home tickets are available to buy now for the following matches:
– Celtic v Raith Rovers (League Cup R3), September 23 – KO: 7.45pm.
– Celtic v Hearts, September 26 – KO: 3pm
Simply visit www.eticketing.co.uk/celtic. Select your seats, add your tickets to the shopping basket, and then select the Ticketfast option at the Checkout. (Booking fees apply).
You’ll be sent a confirmation email which has your tickets attached as a PDF file for you to print out. Simply scan it at the turnstiles on Sunday for entry to the stadium.
CLICK HERE for the latest ticketing information.
Tickets are also available to purchase by calling 0871 226 1888* or by visiting the Celtic Ticket Office.
Buy your tickets today and back the Bhoys in Paradise!
Buy your tickets ? They said I could just print some at home.
A sort of do it yourself quantative easing.
You know, like the government , under that delightful animal loving David Cameron did.
Oh, by the way. one of his old sexual partners was in the news yesterday, you may have seen the story.
Yet, I wonder how many of you recognised her from the last time she was in the news ?
Ladies such as this one have a habit of making the news for their own purposes, and poor old Dave needs some support at this crucial time.
On this particular instance, , we hear a statement has been released.
“ It was the most degrading and embarassing thing I have ever done, and can feel nothing but shame and regret for all the distress I have caused . I’d like to put it behind me now and forget all about it. “
Fuck all from Cameron yet, though.
And there isn’t likely to be.
You’d have thought number ten would have rallied around him. Even the pig is getting support from her parents.
My own suggestion would be for the PM ( that’s Prime Minister, and not Pig Molester ) to appear on live tv, and answer the question, which would be worded
“Did you fuck a pig ? ”
Then it’s either yes or no.
That should strengthen his marriage and restore some of the nations faith in him.
His wife, samantha , has taken it allrather badly and is indulging in some comfort eating.
Come on, lass, no need to make a pig of yourself.
Anyway, afterwards, he can go on a special edition of who wants to be a millionaire;
The thing is, no-one can now take Cameron seriously. I mean, look at Obama’s reaction when he saw the news…
And Putin ? He’s already hired someone to seduce him….
I rang Dave for his thoughts, but couldn’t make out what he was saying. There was a bit of crackling on his end.
I’m here all week, try the veal, etc.
Dave, I said try the veal…Dave, put it down…..
We don’t just do football here.
Somewhere else they might not be doing football soon is over at Ibrox. As the Level 5 spin reaches a peak with puppet journalists such as Chris Jack, the warning signs that all is not well begin to appear elsewhere…
From the huddleboard, infinitely more reliable than Jack….or any of the other media mouthpieces….
Not being familiar with these betting websites, I couldn’t check, but i’m sure some of you will…
By the way, there’s a vote for your favourite football blog thing somewhere I’ve seen. If you like this nonsense, and want to vote for the site, go for it.
It would be nice to get into double figures, give us some encouragement to produce more quality.
Alright, some quality.
Meanwhile, it’s time for a caption competition…
Try to keep it clean. Which, by the way, is not my effort, it’s more a gentle reminder that some youngsters read this site.
Now Samantha knows why he’s been calling her “Babe” all these years.
Cameron: Don’t be so shy. If if was good enough for your Granny then it’s good enough for you.
Cameron woos another young actress with the promise of a starring role in the new Babe movie.
Here’s where to vote for etims site.
http://www.footballbloggingawards.co.uk/vote-now/
Bah humbug!!
Cameron, “No kissing?”
Carlton Cole, Carlton Cole
He very rarely scores a goal
Carlton Cole, Carlton Cole
Why can’t he just sign on the dole?
Carlton Cole, Carlton Cole
Useless in lone-striker role
Carlton Cole, Carlton Cole
Stick him up your glory hole
Btw. Only half-joking. I don’t mind if he makes me eat my words – (it’s happened before) but it’s too little too late -We need a (young) striker who can make his mark in Europe, preferably one with some kind of future, not a never-has-been EPL reject.
There there now, just close your eyes and think of England.
Anyone else notice that BBC still listing Griffiths as No 28 in their graphics pre match. Finger on the pulse or what?
“Don’t you worry babe I am a big lover of HAMASS”
Pictures of Dave and Carlton on a Celtic web site – not sure what’s more scary!
In other news, my mate went to the doctor to get a mole removed from the end of his Willy. The doc says if he comes back he will report him to the RSPCA.
Dave says, I’m so excited, I like a pig in shit!
Why would booking fees apply on a print at home ticket? What the fuck do the ticket company do to ‘earn’ this booking fee?
What the fuck does PTL (our CEO) do to arrange this sort of Capitalist shite for our fans ? More evidence of abuse.
You do the work online (as a Fan), pay for paper/printing and then be made to pay for your own printing ?????
PTL, Just another Tory arsehole, begging to be dumped ! Let’s do it.
Lawwell, OUT, GTF.
We are a “CLUB LIKE NO OTHER” and you an arsehole like no other.
As long as a BUM like you is on the Board then your dream of ‘bums on seats’ to capacity, quite frankly, stinks.
Don’t EVER use HH to me again, just fuck off and take your fucking monster Desmond with you.
Dave (to Babe)
“Stop squealing, if I could do it to 5 million Scots I can easily do it to you. By the way, I just love the romantic scenes— not in “Babe”, in “Deliverance! I’m pumped!”
If we can bring in Carlton Cole, why not see if Wade Biggins is still available?
is it just me who always get Carlton Cole and Carlton Cort mixed up?
http://www.football-rumours.com/bobby-robson-mistake.html
Desi
Ah, the late, great Bobby Robson.
Ah, the late, great Ro……..?
🙂
H H
Ralph
I have been away for a few week’s break – and thank God for it. I almost gave up reading ETims during the last couple of weeks as there were no trauma units in the Highlands capable of dealing with my stress levels. Jeepers, I have experienced some ups and downs in relation to Celtic but the Dairy comments must be up for the most massive roller-coaster award ever. They have reached every level of the earth’s atmosphere from the relative calm of the troposphere, through the uncertainty of the stratosphere, the confusion of the mesosphere right up to the cauldron of Monti’s thermosphere – that is the point when all is lost I think. I only have two suggestions. One, refrain from commenting when on the verge of exploding combined with a full alcohol filled bladder – some of the piss stinks. Secondly, please try to show respect for each others’ opinions no matter how far apart. By using some of the language that has been flung about over the past few weeks, we will only be cheapening ourselves in the minds of others and especially those who have bloodhounds out sniffing for any little snippet of discontent or disharmony in an attempt to fabricate actual discord. It is worth remembering even a pig, no matter its looks or how it has been handled, should be treated with due respect if for no other reason than it is simply being a pig. Celtic supporters of every opinion are simply being Celtic supporters and that should be enough for each of us to show respect in the way we address each other and the language we use.
My holiday? No, not in a monastery but on the peaceful hills and cliffs of Dunnet Head and the unspoiled beaches of Scotland’s northernmost coastline. We don’t just do politics and football on here 🙂
It is great to be back on board no matter how stormy the waters and rough the seas. I guess I should keep the flow of the analogy and put my oar in (not a Cameron farmyard euphemism). I have believed in the Ronny revolution since day one. I believe he was chosen for his ideals and plans and not for his low financial demands. I believe much of the failures since he came to Celtic have lain more with the players and their attitude game on game. A doctrine is not true one week and false the next; only the way it is preached. So, I believe, it is with football. Method can not be in the heights one week and in the depths the next; but players most certainly can. If Ronny has a failure, it is in not always getting the tactics right – how many managers can absolve themselves from that sin? Not even Big Jock, I can tell you – and his inability so far to get the players clicking all of the time and all at the same time. Revolutions take time, are costly and painful. Overnight change is unstable and eventually disastrous.
As for CL, we are so cut off from the billionaires’ playground, it will take light years or the most enormous financial bubble explosion before we can ever realistically ever compete again even beyond the qualifiers. The money men investors at Celtic have every right to spend or not spend as they see fit. Investors are not always necessarily supporters but often men out to make money. Even Wee Fergus had that intent in the back of his mind. And even if an investor is a supporter, that does not place any demand on his personal generosity. These people are businessmen first and foremost and making a dollar is their prime concern. We may not be happy with that situation but it is what it is and we have to live with it. If Desmond is to be condemned, then anyone with money who supports Celtic should be too. To think Celtic can – and I am not convinced I want us to – be part of the farce that is European football where money literally plays money and not always to the benefit of football but rather UEFA’s purse, is to dream the impossible dream. We are what we are just as a sow is a sow no matter how you wish it were a silk purse, dress it up or imagine how it does or should look.
Oh that highland air. It sure clears the brains just like a drain rod 🙂
H H
On Carlton Cole.
Confession time. West Ham are my English team. Like many in Ireland I follow Celtic and an English team. (IF Celtic ever get admitted to Englsih football then its Celtic all the way. I was at O Neills first game at Celtic park against West Ham and my allegiance was clear)
I was at the Etihad on Saturday in the away end and it came close to a celtic game for atmosphere, random strangers hugging one another, superb. West ham fans despite the cockernee accent are generally good working class left leaning people so I see some overlap in the types of club.
Now that is just as a backgound on Carlton Cole. Ive seen him play “live” and on TV a fair few times, and I think he can do well for us. His goal ratio is not prolific, but he was often in a poor West Ham side, and he was always backed by fans as he always gives an honest shift, has no airs or graces and is a great team man. He has an ongoing knee condition which means hes lost some mobility over the piece but he is a good hardworking pro who can handle himself physically and is very good at bringing other players into the game, just what we need to compement the golascoring Griffiths and the eh, the eh, the whattever it is that Cifci does. So for once I m behind a biscuit tin signing as I believe he still has quite a bit ot offer, especially in Scotland where there isnt much pace about anyway,
Ralph
I know the Highland post is bad but my comment should have arrived by now 🙁
H H
Good to hear we are extending Nir Biton’s contract.
Guys,
How about not quoting or linking The Scum newspaper please? Love this site but despise that muck.
Cameron “Operation Yewtree can’t help you, little piggy”
Cue the banjo music from Deliverence as that fuckpig whispers ‘Samantha won’t know the difference between you and me’.
YUCK!!
I’ll get my coat.
Devoy, I hadn’t read your post.
Your blog today pished me off big time celtic are non political so why talk about David Cameron stop the political shite now am interested in celtic not politics poor poor blog
Aye right you are.
By the way, you really sound like a little nyaff with that kiind of comment.
Ralph puts so much into this diary, though not to confused with what Mr Cameron puts into little porkers.
” I’m a tory, god your sexy”
Thanks for the laughs a thoroughly enjoyable read as always.
Hammers fans called him Can’t Control
Caption:- Don’t worry, I’ll marry you.
P.S. Ralph, I voted for the Diary a couple of days ago, in two categories.
Ditto re voting.
You’ll be sent a confirmation email which has your tickets attached as a PDF file for you to print out. Simply scan it at the turnstiles on Sunday for entry to the stadium.
Except if you pitch up on Sunday you’ll be a day late…
Caption/PM Dreams:
This little piggy went to market,
This little piggy stayed home,
This little piggy had roast beef,
This little piggy had none,
And this little piggy went oh yes, oh yes, keep going, keep going, you’re the best Oxbridge future-PM I’ve ever had Dave
Drewster,
How about a bit more respect for the writer eh….
I happen to like Ralph’s mad rambles and generally they are more informative than mainstream, not to mention highly amusing.
Ralphie is the driver and he sits down the front…
COYBIG
Couldn’t agree more Brendan, love coming on here every day. Even although he lets me down sometimes and has a day off. Can only imagine the effort put into this.
Well Said.
At many a Celtic game, at the pub, on the way to the game etc., we all enjoy the same sort of banter/nonsense – so why not online too?
P.S. There’ll be some more farmyard fun tonight, as those Perth boys drove their Massey’s over the zombie minions – in their ain bin tae, ho ho!
Thoughts on game at Ibrokes…War Buttons players struggled against non part timers.
Welcome back PB.
Rogic: class. Cuts through the defence like a hot knife through butter ( as I’ve often said )
SEVCO pumped. Magic hat ma erse.
HH
came hame on the bus tonight and met 2 huns who i dragged into a football conversation aint life grand ha ha ha
A Sevco fan told me last week they would draw us in the League Cup and “gie us a doin'” I told him that his two fullbacks wouldn’t get away with bombing down the flanks against us because we would hit them on the break. Tommy Wright clearly took my advice. I also noticed how St. Johnstone forwards hassled the goalkeeper the way Forrest and Griffiths do. Most Championship teams don’t have the players who can do that.