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Celtic FC News Archive

14 January 2011

Celtic Foundation's 'Ability Counts' programme set to kick off

Celtic FC Jan 14, 2011

THE Celtic Foundation is working in partnership with Down's Syndrome Scotland to produce an exciting eight-week football coaching course. Down's Syndrome Scotland works to improve the quality of life for everyone in Scotland with Down's Syndrome an...

Should Neil Lennon Resign?

Should Neil Lennon Resign?

ETims Jan 14, 2011

It is a shocking headline but please hear me out. I'm not posing the question as a knee-jerk reaction to Wednesday's result or performance. I think anyone who has...

Hyperreality

Celtic Underground Jan 14, 2011

Hyperreality is used in semiotics and postmodern philosophy to describe a hypothetical inability of consciousness to distinguish reality from fantasy, especially in technologically advanced postmodern cultures. Hyperreality is a means to characterize...

Celtic Tire Of Trying To Sign Erik Huseklepp......

Mon The Hoops Jan 14, 2011

CELTIC have become fed up with attempts to sign striker Erik Huseklepp and have told Norweigian club SK Brann that the deal is off. Reports this morning say the Hoops agreed £2million for the player, double what had been previously claimed, but greedy...

So Celtic fans DO want to boycott

So Celtic fans DO want to boycott

Celtic Hub Jan 14, 2011

So the Celtic fans do want a boycott We really wanted to gauge the thoughts of our support regarding the proposed boycott of selected away games and or the Scottish cup semi final. Last night on radio bile a fellow hoops fan was shot down by Hugh 'Judis...

Rogne and Hooiveld articulate dressing room feeling

VideoCelts Jan 14, 2011

Rogne and Hooiveld articulate dressing room feeling

To Celtic's many opponents Jos Hooiveld and Thomas Rogne would be fairly low in their list of hate figures. Neither of them tick the boxes that brought Neil Lennon, Artur Boruc and Aiden McGeady streams of abuse. Hooiveld and Rogne are unlikely to be se...

Celtic's message of support to Queensland

Celtic FC Jan 14, 2011

Celtics message of support to Queensland

CELTIC Football Club has today written to the Queensland Premier and the Celtic supporters' club in Brisbane to express its sincere sympathy following the tragic flooding there.  The club enjoys magnificent support in Australia and was delighted to ...

Celtic and Neil Lennon should concentrate on the title race – not referees

The Guardian Jan 14, 2011

Celtic and Neil Lennon should concentrate on the title race – not referees

Neil Lennon's six-game ban may seem harsh but Celtic's interests are not well-served by their attitude to refereesTaken in its proper context, the six-game touchline ban handed down to Neil Lennon this week isn't nearly as surprising a punishment as some ...

So the Celtic fans DO want to boycott

Celtic Hub Jan 14, 2011

So the Celtic fans DO want to boycott

So the Celtic fans do want a boycott We really wanted to gauge the thoughts of our support regarding the proposed boycott of selected away games and or the Scottish cup semi final. Last night on radio bile a fellow hoops fan was shot down by Hugh 'Judis...

Paddy McCourt: Scottish refs no worse than in other places

Scotsman Jan 14, 2011

Paddy McCourt: Scottish refs no worse than in other places

IT was perfectly understandable that Paddy McCourt yesterday declined to speak about the bullet he was sent in the post from his native Northern Ireland. Why discuss such ranc...

Celtic star Paddy McCourt stands up to bullet threat

Belfast Telegraph Jan 14, 2011

Celtic star Paddy McCourt stands up to bullet threat

Paddy McCourt, who was sent bullets in the post this week, accepts as a Celtic player there is intense pressure on and off the field - and still wants to play for Northern Ireland. ...

Joratim – will it ever stop?

Celtic Hub Jan 14, 2011

By Joratim. Last night I wrote an article for the HUB. I make no apologies for what I had written; it was about Collum's performance at Hamilton. Some of the stuff was very strong, due to the fact that I had been so incensed about the aforementioned per...

Rogne did not say Celtic were cheated

Celtic FC Jan 14, 2011

Rogne did not say Celtic were cheated

FOLLOWING erroneous media reports today regarding Wednesday's match against Hamilton Accies, Celtic Football Club would like to clarify that Thomas Rogne did not say at any time that the team were 'cheated'.  Thomas conducted an interview with a Norwegi...

Scottish referees need to toughen up, says Celtic's Johan Mjallby

The Guardian Jan 14, 2011

• Celtic's No2 believes officials should be able to take criticism• 'Most are competent ... but we have the right to be unhappy'Celtic's assistant manager, Johan Mjallby, has called on Scottish referees to toughen up under criticism."It's a hard job a

O'Dea loan extended

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Darren O'Dea is to remain on loan at Ipswich from Celtic until the end of the season.

Football Manager Fever Hits Celtic

The Celtic Blog Jan 14, 2011

Christian Benitez, Benitez….Benitez…hmm, Christian Beni….GOT IT! He's that Ecuadorian guy who scores for fun on football manager isn't he? So its silly season once again and with the Norwegian strike deal looking as dead as Rangers' chances...

Bruun-Hanssen breaks silence over Huseklepp transfer collapse

STV Sport Jan 14, 2011

The Brann managing director confirms talks have stopped between the Norwegian side and Celtic.

Hibs Penalty And Celtic Player Sent Off Shocker

ETims Jan 14, 2011

Embra Tims vs Glesga Tims Oh if only it was the old alliance all over again, sadly the Celtic connections within Hibs in Riordan and Miller will be out to...

I’m just glad Kenny’s not playing

The Sun Jan 14, 2011

He was right up there with the all-time greats. "When I was a young player he was still in the Celtic folklore when I was at that club, even though he had left. "He'll always be seen as one of the best of the incredible group of players Scotland had then.

Celtic end Huseklepp saga

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have finally dropped their interest in SK Brann striker Erik Huseklepp according to latest reports.

Korean Celts draw with Australia in Asian Cup

Celtic FC Jan 14, 2011

CELTIC'S South Korean stars Cha Du Ri and Ki Sung Yueng helped their side secure a 1-1 draw with Australia this afternoon (Friday) in the Asian Cup. The point has kept South Korea in a good position to progress into the quarter finals as they sit second ...

Celtic deny Rogne cheat claims

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have categorically denied reports that their defender Thomas Rogne said his side were cheated following the midweek draw at Hamilton Academical.

Hibernian - Celtic Preview: Riordan set to take place in starting line-up with Ljungberg in contention for visitors

Goal.com Jan 14, 2011

The home side will be without Liam Miller, who misses out through suspension, whilst Jonathan Grounds has been recalled from a loan spell at Championship side Middlesbrough. There are no fresh injury worries for Hibs who can expect to welcome back Michael...

FM Preview: Hibernian v Celtic 15 Jan 2011

CelticMad Jan 14, 2011

The game between Hibernian and Celtic in the Scottish Premier on Saturday, 15th January 2011 at 12:00 takes centre stage for FootyMad's preview analysis.

Huseklepp reveals his disappointment over failed Celtic deal

STV Sport Jan 14, 2011

The SK Brann forward says he wanted to sign for Celtic but refuses to criticise his club.

What is the Point?

Celtic Underground Jan 14, 2011

What is the Point?

As I watched James Forrest walk from the park against the Accies having been sent off for a silly foul that gets most players a yellow card and most Rangers players a slightly disappointed look from the referee, the words of Craig Levein echoed in my head...

QUICK NEWS 4am Update 14 Jan, 2011

Celtic Quick News Jan 14, 2011

QUICK NEWS 4am Update 14 Jan, 2011

McCourt Still Keen To Play For Northern Ireland. Celtic player will not be intimidated by bullet threats  and will play for his country if selected. (BBC) Colin Calderwood Backs Neil Lennon As Celtic Appeal Dismissal. Hibs manager shows sympathy to Celti...

We won’t crack, says Celtic star

Belfast Telegraph Jan 14, 2011

Celtic defender Thomas Rogne insists the pressure to move 10 points clear at the top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League did not play a part in their title charge faltering with a 1-1 draw at Hamilton. ...

Celtic right to contest decisions

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic right to contest decisions

Celtic coach Johan Mjallby has backed the decision to fight the six-game ban imposed on manager Neil Lennon.

Norwich boss Lambert under consideration at West Ham

Tribal Football Jan 14, 2011

Aston Villa Celtic West Ham United Norwich City boss Paul Lambert is under consideration at West Ham United. T...

SPL - Celtic give up on Huseklepp

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have admitted defeat in their attempts to sign Erik Huseklepp.

Celtic right to query - Mjallby

BBC Jan 14, 2011

Celtic coach Johan Mjallby says the club will never stop fighting decisions they feel are wrong.

Mjallby: Celts are ready for trip to the capital

Celtic FC Jan 14, 2011

JOHAN Mjallby has continued to heap praise on the Hoops' backline despite admitting he was disappointed at conceding to Hamilton Accies in the first-half on Wednesday evening. The assistant manager admitted he is proud of the side's recent defensive...

Hoops confirm Huseklepp no-go

Sky Sports Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have confirmed their interest in Erik Huseklepp is over and they are looking for other targets.

We don't care about Rangers - Rogne

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

The pressure at the top of the SPL didn't get to Celtic during their disappointing midweek draw at Hamilton Academical according to defender Thomas Rogne.

Mjallby: We'll keep fighting

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Celtic assistant manager Johan Mjallby insists they will never stop fighting for what they feel is right following a week of disagreements with the Scottish Football Association.

Celtic appeal over Forrest red card

Herald Scotland Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have announced they will be appealing against the red card received by James Forrest during Wedneday's explosive Clydesdale Bank Premier League game against Hamilton Academical. The 19-year-old was dismissed by Willie Collum after a late tackle o...

What’s next for Robbie Keane?

VideoCelts Jan 14, 2011

Tottenham have reportedly accepted a bid from Birmingham for Robbie Keane. Whether the Irish striker is prepared to move to St Andrews to help Alex McLeish's side in the battle against relegation remains to be seen. Despite starting just two Premiership...

Wotherspoon: Hibs determined to turn corner

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

David Wotherspoon says Hibernian are determined to climb out of their current slump and will approach the clash with Clydesdale Bank Premier League leaders Celtic in a positive frame of mind.

Newcastle’s Nolan: Tyne-Wear derby is up there with the fiercest

Tribal Football Jan 14, 2011

Liverpool Newcastle United Everton Sunderland Newcastle United capta...

Celtic rule out move for Mexican

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have denied making any approach for Ecuador international striker Christian Benitez.

Ki’s insider knowledge of Socceroos

VideoCelts Jan 14, 2011

Ki Sung Yeung is relishing today's Asian Cup encounter with Australia as he reacquaints himself with the Aussie way of doing things. The 21-year-old spent the early years of his youth career in Brisbane and is looking forward to the high-profile encou...

O'Dea extends Town stay

Sky Sports Jan 14, 2011

Celtic's Darren O'Dea will stay at Ipswich until the end of the season after seeing his loan deal extended.

Celtic and Neil Lennon should concentrate on the title not referees

The Guardian Jan 14, 2011

Celtic and Neil Lennon should concentrate on the title not referees

Neil Lennon's six-game ban may seem harsh but Celtic's interests are not well-served by their attitude to refereesTaken in its proper context, the six-game touchline ban handed down to Neil Lennon this week isn't nearly as surprising as some have made out...

Celtic end interest in Brann’s Huseklepp

Tribal Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic It has been reported that Celtic will no longer pursue SK Brann striker Erik Huseklepp. The Scottish giants have been keen on the Norwegian for a few weeks now but after having trouble negot...

Huseklepp sad to miss out

Sky Sports Jan 14, 2011

Brann's manager admits Erik Huseklepp was disappointed to see his potential Celtic move fall through.

Rob: It will all end Well

The Sun Jan 14, 2011

ROBERTO MARTINEZ is backing Gary Caldwell to lead Wigan through troubled times - a year after swapping life at the top with Celtic for a relegation battle. The Scottish centre-back, 28, has suffered a frustrating season, missing almost four months of ...

Revenge missions

Daily Mail Jan 14, 2011

As Sunderland seek to bounce back from their 5-1 derby drubbing at Newcastle, Sportsmail offers them hope with six encounters.

Toronto rejected Celtic attempt to keep De Rosario

STV Sport Jan 14, 2011

It has emerged the SPL leaders made a bid to keep Toronto's star player.

Celtic with it all to prove against Hibs

Celtic Quick News Jan 14, 2011

I was fairly convinced that if we could beat Hamilton and Hibs this week we would be well on the way to winning the league.  Form for the last two months of 2010 was dreadful, but a stirring win at Ibrox suggested there was more to come, however, one fin...

Forrest available for Celtic

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Celtic will have James Forrest available for the Clydesdale Bank Premier League clash at Hibernian after submitting an appeal over his red card against Hamilton.

Mjallby: Celtic will move on to other targets

STV Sport Jan 14, 2011

Following the collapse of the bid to sign Erik Huseklepp, Celtic are still looking to bolster their attack.

McCourt eyes three points

Scotsman Jan 14, 2011

Celtic winger Paddy McCourt is relishing taking on Hibernian in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League tomorrow at the end of a difficult week which saw him sent bullets in the po...

Fiorentina’s Gilardino wants Rangers’ Miller

Tribal Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic Fiorentina Rangers Birmingham City Wo...

Colin Calderwood backs Neil Lennon as Celtic appeal dismissal

Scotsman Jan 14, 2011

Colin Calderwood backs Neil Lennon as Celtic appeal dismissal

NEIL Lennon has won some sympathy from his Hibernian counterpart Colin Calderwood over the controversial refereeing decisions which angered the Celtic manager in Wednesday night's 1-1 draw with Hamilton. Lennon hit the headlines earlier this week when he ...

McCourt expects tough Hibs test

STV Sport Jan 14, 2011

Celtic winger Paddy McCourt says Hibs are punching below their weight but will give his side a hard game on Saturday.

Celtic winger defends referees

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

Referees in Scotland have received an unlikely ally in Celtic's Derry-born winger Paddy McCourt.

Hoops Give Up On Huseklepp

Football365 Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have admitted defeat in their attempts to sign Erik Huseklepp. The Hoops had been involved in protracted negotiations with SK Brann over the striker, who declared himself willing to waive a scheduled bonus worth a reported £180,000 if he was sold.

Revenge missions: Why Sunderland can bounce back from derby drubbing

Daily Mail Jan 14, 2011

As Sunderland seek to bounce back from their 5-1 derby drubbing at Newcastle, Sportsmail offers them hope with six encounters.

Blues 'Agree Fee For Robbie Keane'

Football365 Jan 14, 2011

Keane spent the second half of last season on loan at Celtic and has had only a bit part role at Spurs this season. McLeish is still also hopeful of bringing in Rangers striker Kenny Miller in a deal which could rise from an initial £600,000 to £1.1mill...

Hoops give up on Huseklepp

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Celtic have admitted defeat in their attempts to sign Erik Huseklepp.

Ki’s insider knowledge of Australia

VideoCelts Jan 14, 2011

Ki Sung Yeung is relishing today's Asian Cup encounter with Australia as he reacquaints himself with the Aussie way of doing things. The 21-year-old spent the early years of his youth career in Brisbane and is looking forward to the high-profile encou...

No West Ham Move For Robbbie Keane

Football365 Jan 14, 2011

The striker remains up for grabs and has been linked to both West Ham and Fulham, but Redknapp has stressed that any deal must be to buy the player, who went out on loan last year to Celtic. He told Sky Sports News : "I think West Ham wanted to loan Robbi...

Nolan Relishing Derby Clash

Football365 Jan 14, 2011

The week after the 5-1, Andy and I went to watch Celtic-Rangers. The hatred up there is exactly the same." Newcastle released a best-selling DVD of the 5-1 game, but Nolan said: "Unfortunately, I haven't got a copy. I've got the ball at home and the shirt...

Paddy admits to pressure

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic winger Paddy McCourt has admitted it took him a long time to deal with the pressure of playing for such a high profile club.

Toronto FC boss Winter demands De Rosario return from Celtic

Tribal Football Jan 14, 2011

Celtic Toronto FC Toronto FC Toronto FC have recalled Dwayne De Rosario from his training stint at Celtic. The...

If decisions even out over a season then Celtic must be due a few, claims Paddy McCourt

Daily Record Jan 14, 2011

If decisions even out over a season then Celtic must be due a few, claims Paddy McCourt

PADDY McCOURT concedes Celtic have had a raw deal from refs this season. But the playmaker last night revealed angry boss Neil Lennon is refusing to let his team use dodgy decisions as an excuse for a faltering title charge.

Miller missing for Hibs

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Liam Miller is suspended as Hibernian take on his former club Celtic in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League.

Hibs v Celtic 15 Jan 2011

CelticMad Jan 14, 2011

The game between Hibs and Celtic on Saturday, 15th January 2011 takes centre stage for FootyMad's preview analysis. The game kicks off at 12:00...

Secular Ignorance

Celtic Underground Jan 14, 2011

Over a month ago Hugh Dallas was sacked as Head of referees development in the SFA. His offence was to circulate an offensive email that depicted the Pope as a paedophile and a danger to children. As the last four weeks have went by, a slow burning subver...

McCourt ready for action

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Celtic winger Paddy McCourt is relishing taking on Hibernian in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League at the end of a difficult week which saw him sent bullets in the post.

Hibernian v Celtic

Vital Football Jan 14, 2011

After failing to take maximum points at bottom club Hamilton Academical in midweek, Celtic really must do exactly that when facing up to the challenge of Hibernian at Easter Road in the early kick-off...

The Friday January 14 Transfer Gossip

Football365 Jan 14, 2011

Stoke are set to rival West Ham for the signature of Hoffenheim striker Demba Ba...Reading striker Noel Hunt is a £500,000 target for Celtic...Derby are ready to bid £3m for Leicester striker Martyn Waghorn...Bolton boss Owen Coyle wants Middlesbrough's

Mulgrew wants his happy new year to continue in Edinburgh

Celtic FC Jan 14, 2011

Mulgrew wants his happy new year to continue in Edinburgh

CHARLIE Mulgrew has had a stop-start return to the Celtic squad after re-signing for the club he began his career with, but a recent change of luck has him enjoying his football once again. Suffering an inconsistent run in the first-team, the 25-year-old...

Celtic pull plug on £2m deal for striker Erik Huseklepp after SK Brann put up asking price

Daily Record Jan 14, 2011

CELTIC last night told SK Brann they would not be held to ransom over striker Erik Huseklepp and called the £2million deal OFF. ...

Weir keen to capitalise

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 14, 2011

Rangers received a title boost when Hamilton held Celtic to a draw on Wednesday night and captain David Weir hopes the result could also help his team.

Homeless take the field in new football league

Scotsman Jan 14, 2011

A NEW football league for homeless people and backed by Celtic, Hibernian and Rangers has been launched in Scotland.

Thomas Rogne insists pressure did not get to Celtic

Scotsman Jan 14, 2011

Celtic defender Thomas Rogne insists the pressure to move ten points clear at the top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League did not play a part in their title charge faltering with a 1-1 draw at Hamilton. The Parkhead side knew that back-to-back wins ...

Celtic defender Thomas Rogne wades into row over controversial decisions in match against Hamilton

Daily Record Jan 14, 2011

THOMAS ROGNE last night waded into Celtic's war with referees and insisted his team were "cheated" at Hamilton by Willie Collum. ...

Pressure not the problem

CelticMad Jan 14, 2011

Where you end up at the end of the season is important. Not how you get there...

Hibernian v Celtic

BBC Jan 14, 2011

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Hibernian and Celtic in the Scottish Premier League.

Hibernian v Celtic preview

Sky Sports Jan 14, 2011

Team news for Hibernian's SPL clash with Celtic at Easter Road on Saturday (12pm).

Rogne - We were cheated

Sky Sports Jan 14, 2011

Thomas Rogne believes Celtic were 'cheated' out of an obvious penalty in Wednesday's draw with Hamilton.

Who do we blame?

lostbhoys.com Jan 14, 2011

So we sit here having dropped points again in a game that was in most people's heads won before we kicked off. Bottom of the table Hamilton against the league leaders should only have one outcome, especially considering our last league...