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Celtic FC News Archive

26 January 2012

12pm Prime time – Celtic to sign aggressive striker?

12pm Prime time – Celtic to sign aggressive striker?

Celtic Hub Jan 26, 2012

It seems that the majority of Celtic fans on CFCyberspace are calling for the signing of a powerful striker. Apparently the need for an 'aggressive' center forward is paramount in our attempt at winning the SPL title this season. The echoes of Fletche...

St Johnstone make loan move for Celtic striker

St Johnstone make loan move for Celtic striker

VideoCelts Jan 26, 2012

St Johnstone are hoping to sign Celtic striker James Keatings on loan until the end of the season. The 20-year-old was a prolific scorer for Celtic's u-19 side last season until he suffered a cruciate ligament injury at the start of April. Keats wasn'...

Real Betis striker Jorge Molina eager to hear from Celtic

Tribal Football Jan 26, 2012

Celtic Real Betis Real Betis striker Jorge Molina is eager to make a move to Celtic. And he's waiting on Hoops lodging a £3million bid with cash-strapped Real Betis before the transfer window shuts. read more...

“An illegal tax strategy!”

Phil Mac Giolla Bhain Jan 26, 2012

I was surprised to hear Darryl King on Clyde stating on Clyde 1 Super scoreboard that it was “quite commonplace” for two contracts to be awarded to footballers. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2KpJXQPtVk&feature=player_embedded# This was news to m...

The Celt who links Kenny Dalglish and Malky Mackay

VideoCelts Jan 26, 2012

The Celtic careers of Kenny Dalglish and Malky Mackay never overlapped but both men have one very special connection- Tommy Burns. During his brief spell in temporary charge of Celtic the first move that Dalglish did was to bring Burns back to the club w...

Do we really want Rangers gone? by Sakhalin Bhoy

Celtic Hub Jan 26, 2012

What If's? As the saying goes…nothing is certain in football!! As a Celtic fan my main interest is in seeing  'our' club being successful, both on and off the field. Now as we all know Scottish football is on its knees at present with a few clubs...

Is Commons set for Hampden return?

VideoCelts Jan 26, 2012

Is Commons set for Hampden return?

Will Neil Lennon use Sunday's League Cup Semi-final with Falkirk to re-launch the Celtic career of Kris Commons? Twelve months ago the midfielder snubbed Rangers to join Celtic in a £400,000 deal from Derby County and immediately impressed his new fo...

Sunderland, Wolves eyeing Bolton captain Davies

Tribal Football Jan 26, 2012

Bolton Wanderers Rangers Sunderland Wolverhampton Wanderers Celtic Clubs are queuing for Bolton Wanderers captain Kevin Davies. The 34 year-old could become available in the remaining days of the winter market. read more...

What Would Burns (Tommy) Have Said?

Celtic Fanzone Jan 26, 2012

OK, It's A Day Late But Still Worth It... Wee sleekit hun beasty, soon tae hae five stars removed from thy breesty, ye took yer chance and skipped yer taxes, noo the HMRC huv yer baws in vices! Yer gaffer's skint, the larders bare, there's hee-haw

European football debt reaches €1,641,000,000

VideoCelts Jan 26, 2012

UEFA have revealed a staggering level of debt amongst it's member clubs ahead of the introduction of Financial Fair Play. The survey across 650 clubs in 53 member nations shows that football clubs had a combined audited debt of €1,641,000,000 at the ...

Lock up game’s tax deviants

Celtic Quick News Jan 26, 2012

The football industry is busy with its twice-a-year transfer jamboree this week but there will scarcely be a player, manager or executive in the country who isn't daily checking on Harry Redknapp's on-going court case into his alleged tax arrangements...

Were launching a new nightly news feed tonight

The Celtic Network Jan 26, 2012

Were launching a new nightly news feed tonight

The Celtic Network are launching a new nightly news feed tonight designed to make it easier for Celtic fans out side the Euro time zone an up to the minute update and recap of the daily media output from Celtic FC and Celtic fans sites. We hope that this ...

Rabiu Ibrahim vows to impress Celtic fans after earning deal

Scotsman Jan 26, 2012

Rabiu Ibrahim vows to impress Celtic fans after earning deal

New Celtic signing Rabiu Ibrahim has told Neil Lennon that his contract-winning appearance in a practice game was only a taster of better things to come.

Newcastle willing to sell Forster to Celtic

Tribal Football Jan 26, 2012

Newcastle United Celtic Newcastle United are prepared to sell Fraser Forster to Celtic. read more...

Neil Lennon: Star Victor is Wan of a kind

Glasgow Evening Times Jan 26, 2012

Neil Lennon: Star Victor is Wan of a kind

NEIL LENNON has laughed off suggestions Victor Wanyama is a modern-day version of himself at the heart of the Celtic midfield. The Parkhead boss believes the 20-year-old Kenyan has the potential to become a hero in the Hoops. But Lennon was dismissive of ...

Ibrahim: Being a Bhoy is an honour

Celtic FC Jan 26, 2012

RABIU Ibrahim did his homework on Celtic before signing. Suitably impressed he had big expectations. After just one week as a Bhoy, they have already been surpassed.

HomeBhoys #32 (a&b) – Tam Burns Night

Lost Bhoys Jan 26, 2012

Tonights show had a completely different feel to it as Joe and Paul were both missing at the start and Harper was left on the bridge to steer the ship. Deco called in first to save the show quickly followed by Raymond and we eventually had a panel of call...

Crosas: Santos Laguna are a special club like Celtic and Barca

Celtic FC Jan 26, 2012

MARC Crosas may have departed Celtic nearly 12 months ago but part of his heart will always remain in Paradise. The 24-year-old spent the best part of three years with the club, signing from Barcelona in the summer of 2008 after graduating from their ill...

If You Know The History: 27th January: Ally Hunter

Jim Craig CSC Jan 26, 2012

The relationship between Jock Stein and goalkeepers – not any particular one just keepers in general – was an open secret. He seldom trusted them! His feelings were summed up by a throw-way comment I heard him come out with one day when he thought no ...

Former Celt agrees new Saints deal

VideoCelts Jan 26, 2012

Former Celt agrees new Saints deal

Former Celt Jim Goodwin has signed a new contract with St Mirren committing him to the Paisley club until the end of the 2013/14 season. The 30-year-old signed for St Mirren last season following a brief spell at Hamilton Accies and was appointed club c...

Real Betis’ Molina open to Celtic move

Tribal Football Jan 26, 2012

Celtic Real Betis Real Betis striker Jorge Molina has revealed he would be open to a shift to Celtic if it was to occur. read more...

Under the spotlight with John Brown

Glasgow Evening Times Jan 26, 2012

Under the spotlight with John Brown

CAN you ever see a team winning Nine-in-a-row again? It would be really difficult. Celtic managed it and we did it under Walter Smith, but it certainly isn't an easy thing to do. We came up against a strong Aberdeen side and then Celtic for a couple of ...

When the Brazilians came to Scotland

Jim Craig CSC Jan 26, 2012

This is one of my favourite sporting photographs. It is taken on either the 23rd or 24th of June 1966, when the Brazil national side, at that time World Champions ( Chile 1962), having arrived in the UK to defend their title at the finals in England, came...

Injury blow for Celtic as Bangura tweaks knee

Scotsman Jan 26, 2012

Celtic striker Mo Bangura has suffered a setback in his recovery from the latest episode of knee trouble to have interrupted his Parkhead career.

Ibrahim keen to make immediate impact

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 26, 2012

Ibrahim keen to make immediate impact

New Celtic signing Rabiu Ibrahim aims to make an immediate breakthrough into the Hoops first team.

No Substitute for Victory

Views from the Jungle Jan 26, 2012

No Substitute for Victory

I was impressed with the options we had on the bench on Saturday against St Mirren (Izaguirre, Wilson, Mathews, Commons, Stokes) and feel that the introduction of Commons and Stokes had a major impact on the outcome of the match. It got me thinking about ...

Thursday on Celtic TV: Neil Lennon's weekly interview

Celtic FC Jan 26, 2012

Thursday on Celtic TV: Neil Lennons weekly interview

WHEN the players step out the tunnel at Hampden this Sunday, they will be spurred on by some vital lessons from the past. Last term the players succeeded in reaching the League Cup final, only to lose out after extra-time, and as the manager explains i...

Lennon Draws Level With Gordon Strachan (Facts, Findings And Thoughts About Beating The Blaugrane Buddies)

The Celtic Blog Jan 26, 2012

We're On The Run A winning streak is far better than a losing streak. This winning streak has gone on so long that we have started looking at other winning streaks and are muttering: “We'll have that”. We have won 12 games in a row. This out does ...

Celtic sweat over Uefa decision on fan trouble

Glasgow Evening Times Jan 26, 2012

UEFA will today decide if Celtic should be fined after their fans threw fireworks and displayed an insulting banner before the Europa League game against Udinese in December. The Control and Disciplinary Committee will consider the case, and Celtic have .

Toshney aiming to earn his spurs

Celtic FC Jan 26, 2012

THE scoreline may suggest a convincing victory, but as often the case, stats don't describe a game of football in any detail. Spurs beat Celtic's Development Squad 4-1 last week but it was a result which flattered the very strong English side.  Up a...

Portsmouth keeper Ferguson wanted by Newcastle

Tribal Football Jan 26, 2012

Newcastle United Celtic Portsmouth Portsmouth goalkeeper Stephen Ferguson is interesting Newcastle United. read more...

Travel information for Hampden semi-final

Celtic FC Jan 26, 2012

Travel information for Hampden semi-final

THE following information regarding traffic routes for spectators travelling to Hampden this Sunday, January 29 for the Scottish Communities League Cup semi-final between Celtic and Falkirk (KO: 3pm) CELTIC SUPPORTERS' COACHESThe drivers of all Celtic ...

What’s In a Number?

Lost Bhoys Jan 26, 2012

So, as I sit here thinking of just where and how to begin this endeavor, I am really just trying to get my head around one simple number: 70. Seventy could represent nearly anything, an age, the Rankers penalty sweepstakes, a nice over-under line on the S...

Celtic striker Mohamed Bangura: I'll prove I'm not a £2m dud

Daily Record Jan 26, 2012

EXCLUSIVE: Mohamed Bangura last night vowed to overcome his nightmare start at Celtic and be a major hit in the Hoops.

Defender up for cup challenge

Vital Football Jan 26, 2012

Emilio Izaguirre hopes to be back involved as Celtic put aside their SPL title ambitions over their next couple of games and instead focus on cup action.

Goodwin signs two year contract extension with St.Mirren

Scotzine Jan 26, 2012

St.Mirren captain Jim Goodwin has signed a new contract with the Paisley side, which will keep the defender at the club until the summer of 2014.The Irish international signed for Paisley in January 2011 on a six month deal, making his debut in the Scotti...

Celtic signing Rabiu Ibrahim: Neil Lennon hasn't seen the best of me yet

Daily Record Jan 26, 2012

Celtic signing Rabiu Ibrahim: Neil Lennon hasnt seen the best of me yet

RABIU IBRAHIM has promised Celtic boss Neil Lennon his eye-catching performance in this month's trial match was just a taster of what's to come.

Celtic's Rabiu Ibrahim aims to shine after signing for club

BBC Jan 26, 2012

Celtic's Rabiu Ibrahim says he aims to make an immediate impact after sigining a three-year deal with the club.

Emilio is up for the cups

Celtic FC Jan 26, 2012

CELTIC are taking a break from league action over the next couple of weeks as they turn their attentions to the domestic cup competitions. The SPL leaders face Falkirk this Sunday in the semi-final of the Scottish Communities League Cup before travelling...

Bangura determined to overcome injury-plagued beginning to Celtic career

Tribal Football Jan 26, 2012

Celtic Mohamed Bangura is desperate to get back to full fitness after enduring a tough start to his time with Celtic. read more...

Newcomer ready to shine

Vital Football Jan 26, 2012

Celtic's latest signing Rabiu Ibrahim is ready to battle for a starting berth at Parkhead.

No go for Jones

Vital Football Jan 26, 2012

Celtic have been unsuccessful in a loan move for Stoke City striker Kenwyne Jones, according to latest reports.

Ibrahim promises more to come

Sky Sports Jan 26, 2012

Celtic's newest signing Rabiu Ibrahim insists the best is yet to come after making his debut in a behind-closed-doors friendly with Leeds.

Celtic unveil Ibrahim

ScotPrem.com Jan 26, 2012

Celtic today officially unveiled recent signing Rabiu Ibrahim and the 20-year-old former PSV Eindhoven midfielder is ready to challenge for a first-team place with the SPL leaders...

Scott Crabbe recalls a time when he was 'stoating about the street with my Falkirk blazer on'

Herald Scotland Jan 26, 2012

The prospect of a cup semi-final between Falkirk and Celtic takes Scott Crabbe back to a night that ended with a free journey home in the taxi cab of a Rangers fan.

Celtic await UEFA verdict over banner and flares

STV Sport Jan 26, 2012

European football's governing body will consider a disciplinary case against Celtic on Thursday.

Rabiu Ibrahim raring to go at Celtic

STV Sport Jan 26, 2012

Rabiu Ibrahim raring to go at Celtic

The Nigerian says he is ready to give his all for Neil Lennon's side, as soon as he is pitched into action.

Front-row seat for big Malky in a Scots coach ride to top

Glasgow Evening Times Jan 26, 2012

WEMBLEY-BOUND Malky Mackay is a Scottish manager on the outside of the Premiership looking in. For now, at any rate. The former Celtic defender hopes that is a situation which can change soon as he re-energises a Cardiff side which got close to stepping u...

Andy: Ayr team can become legends

Glasgow Evening Times Jan 26, 2012

The former Mother-well and Celtic hitman earned himself a place in the hearts of Ayr fans forever when he netted a penalty kick in a 3-0 triumph in a Scottish Cup tie back in 1999. With his team leading 2-0, he played the cheeky chipped spot-kick that ...

Celtic fans still to see the real Mo Bangura

Glasgow Evening Times Jan 26, 2012

STRUGGLING Hoops striker Mo Bangura has insisted that he is capable of hitting top form with the Parkhead side. The striker has had a disappointing start to his Celtic career after his £2m move from AIK Stockholm last summer. A loss of form and a ...

Bangura blow

Vital Football Jan 26, 2012

Celtic striker Mo Bangura has suffered a setback as he attempts to recover from recent knee trouble.

Ibrahim promises more to come

Yahoo Sport UK Jan 26, 2012

Ibrahim promises more to come

New Celtic signing Rabiu Ibrahim has told boss Neil Lennon his contract-winning appearance in a practice game was only a taster of better things to come.

Ibrahim Keen To Make Immediate Impact

Sporting Life Jan 26, 2012

New signing Rabiu Ibrahim aims to make an immediate breakthrough into the Celtic first-team.

B-line to top would benefit young guns

Glasgow Evening Times Jan 26, 2012

Barcelona and Real Madrid have B teams in the Spanish lower leagues and Kirkwood believes that allowing the likes of Rangers and Celtic to have sides in the SFL would help the progression of Scotland's top young talents. Kirkwood said: “I read Villas ...

Dods: Hoops Will Be Ready For Bairns

Sporting Life Jan 26, 2012

Darren Dods believes Celtic will be forewarned when they take on Falkirk on Sunday.