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Celtic FC News Archive

1 June 2012

A game changing gaffe

A game changing gaffe

Phil Mac Giolla Bhain Jun 1, 2012

The scale of the Court of Session own goal scored by Duff & Phelps is only starting to emerge. I had to check again that it was only two ago that I wrote the following. http://www.philmacgiollabhain.ie/on-rule-66/ Since then I have canvassed opinion f...

Dundee United sign former Celtic midfielder

Dundee United sign former Celtic midfielder

VideoCelts Jun 1, 2012

Former Celt Mark Millar will join Dundee United at the end of the month when his Falkirk deal expires. Millar left Celtic two years ago for the First Division side and played an outstanding role in Falkirk's run to the semi-final of the League Cup wher...

New Celtic away kit update

New Celtic away kit update

Celtic FC Jun 1, 2012

THE new Celtic Nike away kit was launched on Thursday, May 31 and the club would like to thank fans for supporting the kit, as always, in such fantastic numbers. A spokesperson for Celtic Football Club said: “The new away kit has been immensely popular ...

Rangers Fighting Fund challenge Green

VideoCelts Jun 1, 2012

The Rangers Fighting Fund want Charlie Green to tell them his plans for the club. Three weeks after riding to the rescue of the crisis club little is known about Green's plans with only two of his 20 strong consortium being named. Claims of backers kn...

Doubt remains until we hear the words Prima Facie

Celtic Quick News Jun 1, 2012

Neil Doncaster has uttered the words “Prima Facie” more often than any other figure in public life since February when Celtic Quick News first asked if Rangers EBT payments were declared to the football authorities, almost always after the words … C...

Suicide By Cop

Henry Clarson Jun 1, 2012

In the USA there is a phenomenon known as “suicide by cop.” If some poor, troubled soul wants to end it all but doesn't have the bottle to throw himself in front of a train or hang himself, he creates a disturbance to which the police are summoned. ...

2012/13 Fixtures released direct to your mobile

Celtic FC Jun 1, 2012

WITH the 2011/12 campaign over and no more league action until August it´s going to be a long summer. Not to worry! You can start looking forward to the 2012/13 season from June 18 with Celtic Text alerts Receive our fixtures first direct to your ...

Celtic boss Lennon top target for Norwich

Tribal Football Jun 1, 2012

Celtic boss Lennon top target for Norwich

Celtic boss Neil Lennon is a target for Norwich City. The Canaries see Lennon as the ideal replacement for Paul Lambert, whose set to join Aston Villa. read more...

The Rumour Mill: Friday’s football news and gossip

Scotsman Jun 1, 2012

The Rumour Mill: Friday’s football news and gossip

In today's Rumour Mill: Neil Lennon named in connection with possible Norwich vacancy; Rangers face another SFA appeal; James McPake keen to stay at Hibs; plus the rest of the day's football news and gossip.

Rangers takeover: Duff & Phelps claim club has funds to pay full wages

Scotsman Jun 1, 2012

RANGERS have enough money to cope with the players' return to full wages, according to administrators Duff & Phelps.

James Connolly, there's someone worth celebrating

The Front of The Bus Jun 1, 2012

If you're a lover of Downton Abbey, this is probably a special weekend for you. Similarly if you've never had to put back something on a supermarket shelf after seeing the price, I'd bet at some point in next four days you will be standing under red, whit...

Italian coach offers to withdraw from Euro 2012

VideoCelts Jun 1, 2012

Italian national coach Cesare Prandelli has said that he would have no problem if Italy withdrew from Euro 2012 in order to deal with the latest match fixing scandal to hit the country. Italy open the tournament against Spain next week but the build up t...

We can cover full wages - Rangers

BBC Jun 1, 2012

Rangers' administrators Duff & Phelps claim they have enough money to cover the players' return to full wages.

Celtic lining up pre-season friendly against Dutch champions Ajax

Daily Record Jun 1, 2012

CELTIC are hoping to fix up a pre-season game in Holland against Ajax.

Celtic showing interest in Hull’s Stewart

Tribal Football Jun 1, 2012

Celtic have reportedly joined in the hunt for Hull City winger Cameron Stewart according to Sky Sports. read more...

Celtic tell Norwich to forget about Neil Lennon

Daily Mail Jun 1, 2012

Celtic tell Norwich to forget about Neil Lennon

Celtic have no fears over interest in Neil Lennon from Norwich City after telling the Premiership side not to waste their time making an approach for the Parkhead boss.

Top Ten Players of the Season - The Nearly Men

Celtic Underground Jun 1, 2012

Football always has been and always will be a team game. Sometimes one man can influence a game enough to win the match for his team, but to do it over a season is near on impossible. Even the great Lionel Messi needs his team mates on occasions to help g...

Former Celtic trialist to face Ireland at Euro 2012

VideoCelts Jun 1, 2012

Former Celtic trialist to face Ireland at Euro 2012

Former Celtic trialist Stipe Pletikosa is set to be in goals for Croatia in their Euro 2012 opener against Ireland on June 10. The 33-year-old played for Celtic against Cardiff and Wolves last July but wasn't offered a deal as Neil Lennon pursued Frase...

Rodgers pays his respect to Dalglish

VideoCelts Jun 1, 2012

Brendan Rodgers has paid respect to Kenny Dalglish in his first day in charge of Liverpool. The Irishman cut an impressive figure at today's media conference and made a point of paying his respect to his predecessor. Axing Dalglish was a brave decisio...

End of Season Review 2012/2012 Part III: Lenny's Tactics

TalkCeltic Jun 1, 2012

End of Season Review 2012/2012 Part III: Lennys Tactics

Neil Lennon - The Year That Was 2011/12 End of Season Review: Part III By Die Hard Bhoy What a year it has been for the Parkhead boss! Going into this campaign on the back of a strong second half of 2010/11, which pushed the SPL to be decide...

From The Maldives To Glasgow

Lost Bhoys Jun 1, 2012

Eleven months ago, I got married. I can't remember if I thanked Chris for the mention he gave me and my new wife, Ashley, on the LostBhoys podcast that followed but if I didn't then thank you. Following that beautiful wedding on what was possibly the ...

Football Talk: Norwich want Celtic boss, Hulk at Chelsea, Italian slappers

STV Sport Jun 1, 2012

Our daily digest of the top stories from Scottish football, as well as essential reading and viewing from the game around the world.

VOTE NOW !! is it Twitunkie or Twunkie

The Celtic Network Jun 1, 2012

A new word for people who are always or regularly on Twittter. Originally it was But then it was countered with So whats it to be ? Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

It was 120 years ago today...

Celtic FC Jun 1, 2012

TODAY marks the 120th anniversary of the very first cup final meeting between Celtic and Rangers as the Celts lifted the Charity Cup for the first time. Including Celtic's inaugural game when they beat Rangers 5-2, this was the ninth time the clubs ha...

Neil Doncaster – Ghandi Might not be Fit and Proper to run an SPL Club! – Guest Post by Den –

Random Thoughts Re Scots Law Jun 1, 2012

Den has been kind enough to contribute his thoughts on Neil Doncaster's BBC interview yesterday. His comments are in bold, placed round the BBC online report of the interview. Thanks again Den!   ——————————————————...

Snippet from New TCN book – Have a read

The Celtic Network Jun 1, 2012

Chapter 10 may 2012 With the title in the bag and out of the Scottish cup we still had one big day to look forward to being presented with the SPL trophy after The Celtic Network Season One the last game of the season. Plenty happened in May regarding Ran...

Final Test

Celtic Hub Jun 1, 2012

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Norwich chief McNally rubbishes claims regarding Cardiff’s Mackay, Celtic’s Lennon

Tribal Football Jun 1, 2012

Norwich chief McNally rubbishes claims regarding Cardiff’s Mackay, Celtic’s Lennon

Norwich City chief executive David McNally has played down reports that the club has spoken to Malky Mackay or Neil Lennon. read more...

Friday's Seat of the Day in Paradise

Celtic FC Jun 1, 2012

Fridays Seat of the Day in Paradise

TODAY'S Seat of the Day offers a stunning view from left of the halfway line in the Main Stand here at Celtic Park. Don't miss any of the action as Neil Lennon and the Bhoys look to retain their SPL Trophy, as well as mix it with Europe's best in Se...

Darren O'Dea delighted to be leaving Celtic on a free transfer

Goal.com Jun 1, 2012

Ireland centre back Darren O'Dea has suggested that there should be no surprise over his decision to leave Celtic as it has been in the pipeline for 'the last two and a half years.' The 25-year-old Dublin-born defender told the Irish Times that he was ...

Celtic allow O’Dea to leave as a free agent

Tribal Football Jun 1, 2012

Darren O'Dea has been told he can leave Celtic on a free transfer. read more...

O'Dea released from Celtic contract

RTÉ Sport Jun 1, 2012

Republic of Ireland star Darren O'Dea has been released by Celtic, opening up his options to move to another club this summer on a free transfer.

Norwich deny Neil Lennon approach

The Telegraph Jun 1, 2012

Norwich deny Neil Lennon approach

Norwich chief executive David McNally has refuted reports that the Canaries have made an approach for Celtic's Neil Lennon.

Timely wins for international Celts

Celtic FC Jun 1, 2012

Timely wins for international Celts

CELTIC´S Euro 2012 representatives enjoyed important victories this week in preparation for the tournament which kicks off on Friday, June 8. Mikael Lustig didn't feature for Sweden, but is still part of their squad for the finals, and watched as his s...

Celtic Diary - June 1st

ETims Jun 1, 2012

Friday June 1 Its quite an achievement, considering the quality of journalism out there, but Stephen McGowan of the Daily Mail has raised the bar with his headline in the...

Darren O’Dea thanks Peter Lawwell for allowing him to cut ties with Celtic

STV Sport Jun 1, 2012

Darren O’Dea thanks Peter Lawwell for allowing him to cut ties with Celtic

The Irish defender is on the hunt for a new club after leaving the SPL champions.

Celtic manager Neil Lennon on Norwich shortlist

Scotsman Jun 1, 2012

Norwich City have reportedly placed Celtic boss Neil Lennon on a list of candidates for the club's vacant manager's position.

Norwich deny Neil Lennon approach

Scotsman Jun 1, 2012

NORWICH chief executive David McNally has strongly refuted reports that the Canaries have made an approach to Celtic for manager Neil Lennon.

Norwich City rule out approach for Celtic's Neil Lennon

BBC Jun 1, 2012

Norwich City chief executive David McNally says the Canaries will not be making any approach for Celtic manager Neil Lennon.

Norwich face mutiny

The Sun Jun 1, 2012

It would be a huge figure.” Norwich have yet to make any official approaches for a new manager. Celtic boss Neil Lennon was on a shortlist but has insisted he is happy at Parkhead. Birmingham's Chris Hughton and Malky Mackay of Cardiff are also on the...

Bhoys eye Stewart raid

Sky Sports Jun 1, 2012

Sky Sports understands that Celtic have joined the chase for Hull City winger Cameron Stewart.

Team guide: Sweden

ITV Jun 1, 2012

Defenders: Mikael Antonsson (Bologna), Andreas Granqvist (Genoa), Olof Mellberg (Olympiakos), Jonas Olsson (West Bromwich Albion), Martin Olsson (Blackburn Rovers), Behrang Safari (Anderlecht), Mikael Lustig (Celtic). Midfielders: Emir Bajrami ...

All the latest news from the 16 team camps

UEFA.com - News Jun 1, 2012

Our latest updates include Andriy Shevchenko's reasons for Ukrainian optimism, Damien Duff's hopes for Ireland and the Italian who would rather not room with Mario Balotelli.

O'Dea set for English return

Sky Sports Jun 1, 2012

Sky Sports understands that Darren O'Dea is set for a summer move back to the Championship.

Norwich pondering pursuit of Celtic’s Lennon

Tribal Football Jun 1, 2012

Norwich City are believed to be showing interest in Celtic manager Neil Lennon. read more...

Team guide: Republic of Ireland

ITV Jun 1, 2012

Defenders: John O'Shea (Sunderland), Richard Dunne (Aston Villa), Sean St Ledger (Leicester City), Stephen Ward (Wolverhampton Wanderers), Paul McShane (Hull City), Stephen Kelly (Fulham), Darren O'Dea (Celtic). Midfielders: Keith Andrews (West ...

Hoops would snub Lennon move

Sky Sports Jun 1, 2012

Sky Sports sources understand Celtic would reject any approach from Norwich for Neil Lennon amid talk linking him with the Canaries job.

Neil Lennon opts for bit of Dutch courage

Glasgow Evening Times Jun 1, 2012

Neil Lennon opts for bit of Dutch courage

CELTIC are going Dutch in their build up to their Champions League qualifiers with a pre-season friendly against Ajax in Amsterdam. July 21 has been pencilled in for the glamour match in the stadium where the Hoops won 3-1 in a qualifier for Europe's ...

McCart Bhoyant over starlets' trip to China

Glasgow Evening Times Jun 1, 2012

CELTIC youth supremo Chris McCart hopes his Parkhead starlets will thrive in China when they take part in the Under-15 World Club Championships next month. The Hoops will face teams from across the globe in the three-day competition in Shanghai and McCart...

Celtic target left flattered by number of summer suitors

Herald Scotland Jun 1, 2012

The Angers striker – likened to one-time Celtic target Olivier Giroud – is on the radar of several European clubs, with scouts having been dispatched from Parkhead. New Ligue 1 champions Montpellier are favourites to sign the 23-year-old, but Neil ...

Canaries searching for boss

Sky Sports Jun 1, 2012

Norwich City chief executive David McNally has confirmed to Sky Sports that the club are searching for Paul Lambert's replacement.

Norwich chief: No approach to Celtic about Neil Lennon

Scotsman Jun 1, 2012

NORWICH chief executive David McNally has refuted reports that the Canaries have made an approach to Celtic for manager Neil Lennon.

Celtic Agree To Release O'Dea

Sporting Life Jun 1, 2012

Celtic have agreed to terminate the contract of Republic of Ireland defender Darren O'Dea.

Scots can still take the high road to Euros

Glasgow Evening Times Jun 1, 2012

Celtic target Jordan Rhodes netted a double as Scotland came from behind to look like they would secure the win thanks to the Huddersfield Town star's last-minute goal. However, Bulgaria equalised with the last kick of the game to sicken the Scots.

Norwich chief executive denies club have made move for Celtic boss

STV Sport Jun 1, 2012

David McNally says no approach has been made to get Neil Lennon as Paul Lambert's replacement.

Flood of tears as Willo is still haunted by 2002

The Sun Jun 1, 2012

The ex-Celtic player, 27, added: “I shared a flat with Glenn for about five years when we were at City. “I'm delighted for him to be going to the Euros. “It's the highlight of any player's career to play for your country in a major tournament.

Norwich City say Grant Holt is not for sale

ITV Jun 1, 2012

However, McNally told Sky Sports that Holt would not be leaving the club. The chief executive also refuted reports that the Canaries have made an approach to Celtic for manager Neil Lennon. The Northern Irishman was on Friday morning tipped as a ...

Gaffers knew Paul Lambert would manage fine

Glasgow Evening Times Jun 1, 2012

But the ex-Celtic captain's increasing reputation in the Premiership is no surprise to the two managers who know him best – Martin O'Neill and Ottmar Hitzfeld.

Paper Talk

TEAMtalk Jun 1, 2012

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Celtic Are Coming To Philadelphia

iCeltic Jun 1, 2012

Celtic Are Coming To Philadelphia

This summer Philadelphia will be turned green and white again for the third time since 2004. We will be working with all of the Philadelphia based Celtic Supporters to promote all of the weekend events surrounding Celtic's trip to the City of Brotherly ...

Friendlies update . . .

Herald Scotland Jun 1, 2012

Celtic this week announced they would take on the Spanish giants in Philadelphia on August 11, seven days after the kick-off of the new SPL season. Last year, Neil Doncaster, the chief executive of the SPL, announced teams could postpone one match early i...

No Norwich approach for Lennon - McNally

Yahoo Sport UK Jun 1, 2012

Norwich chief executive David McNally has confirmed the club have not made an approach to Celtic for manager Neil Lennon.

No Norwich approach for Lennon - McNally

Daily Express Jun 1, 2012

Norwich chief executive David McNally has refuted reports that the Canaries have made an approach to Celtic for manager Neil Lennon.

Neil Doncaster – Gandhi Might not be Fit and Proper to run an SPL Club! – Guest Post by Den -

Random Thoughts Re Scots Law Jun 1, 2012

Den has been kind enough to contribute his thoughts on Neil Doncaster's BBC interview yesterday. His comments are in bold, placed round the BBC online report of the interview. Thanks again Den!   ——————————————————...

Norwich reject claims they want Celtic boss Neil Lennon to replace Paul Lambert

Daily Record Jun 1, 2012

NORWICH chief executive David McNally has refuted reports the Canaries have made an approach to Celtic for manager Neil Lennon.

Falkirk midfielder agrees summer move to Tannadice

Herald Scotland Jun 1, 2012

Falkirk midfielder agrees summer move to Tannadice

Millar has followed Ross County forward Michael Gardyne in signing a pre-contract at Tannadice. The 24-year-old started his career at Celtic but failed to break into the first team, despite spending time on loan at Hungarian club Ujpest.

Norwich Focus On Manager Search

Sporting Life Jun 1, 2012

Norwich chief executive David McNally says the club are looking for a new manager.