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Mar 18 on iCeltic
This past weekend, on the Gallowgate we saw scenes of young girls & their Dads being terrified to the point of sobbing.  The tales of children in wheelchairs being shoved aside by overzealous, power hungry cops was too much for us all to bear.  Th...
Continue reading 'Time for Celtic to Support it's Supporters'
Jan 30 on iCeltic
Why listening to Graham's show (Beyond the Waves Celtic Show on 1/27/13), something struck me, why does Celtic have to sell Hooper and Victor? I mean, are we operating under the assumption that these players need to move to get exposure, or the team needs...
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Jan 23 on iCeltic
My personal memory of Sean Fallon was when I lived in Scotland and we had an uncle visit us from the States. It was the first time my Uncle Michael had been back in 30 odd years. He was desperate just to see Celtic Park so we took him there. No tours in t...
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Jan 10 on iCeltic
It was announced yesterday that for the next three full seasons, Celtic FC's new shirt sponsor will be Magners Irish Cider. This will come as welcome news to most of the Troops in Hoops, especially because this will be the first time (except for the perio...
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Dec 31, 2012 on iCeltic
Juventus may present the biggest challenge Celtic have faced thus far. Â Not to take anything away from the defeat of Barcelona. Â It was an incredible feat. Â I'm also not saying Juve are better than Barca, they're not and that would be overly simpli...
Continue reading 'Juve’s Conductor'
Dec 27, 2012 on iCeltic
In about six weeks, I'll be traveling to Glasgow for the very first time. It's something that I've dreamed about for a dozen years but the cost or the timing always prevented me from making the trip. I'm excited to say, I've decided that Iâ€...
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Dec 10, 2012 on iCeltic
I think it's fair to say the team and fans had other things on their minds last Saturday with everyone getting geared up for the Champions League match yesterday against Benfica. Celtic, although looking a bit nervous went into a 1-0 lead after 21 mins ...
Continue reading 'The View From The Houston Emerald CSC'
Nov 13, 2012 on iCeltic
Never in my life did I ever suspect I'd be reviewing a book that I wrote the Foreword to and was portrayed in a fantasy theme as running for the office of President of the United States. But then, I never thought I'd meet somebody like Paul Larkin.Â...
Oct 26, 2012 on iCeltic
Big Tam Rogne, remember him? Not so long ago he was touted by some as the future of the Celtic central defense. He met the height requirement, was young (still is, actually) and had loads of potential in spite of chronic injury problems. So what hap...
Continue reading 'The Curious Case of Big Tam'
Oct 25, 2012 on iCeltic
Uncle Dan Every Celtic Supporting family had one. An Uncle, Father or Grandfather who was a living walking encyclopedia on all things Celtic. In my family it was Uncle Dan. He had grown up watching Willie Maley's teams dominate Scottish Football...
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Sep 18, 2012 on iCeltic
Our first opponent in the Champions League group stages has striking similarities to Celtic in terms of issues they are dealing with at the moment and potential weaknesses. Benfica have glaring shortcomings in the central midfield, especially with regar...
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Aug 6, 2012 on iCeltic
So much of finding success in the lesser funded leagues such as the SPL is finding hidden gems in lower exposed leagues. But an aspect that is sometimes equally important is shuffling players around to different positions to find the spot where they can...
Continue reading 'Quality vs Location'
Jul 28, 2012 on iCeltic
I've never reviewed a book before that referred to me as a predatory, homosexual, coke addict. I guarantee you I never will again. With that being said, I want you to go out and purchase Paul Larkin's latest book Albert, Dougie and Wim like your l...
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Jul 27, 2012 on iCeltic
Today we saw another statement released to the Celtic support in the form of a letter from the CEO of the club, Peter Lawwell. In a nutshell, Peter took the opportunity to take a veiled swipe at the blue half of Glasgow while begging us, the supporters ...
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Jul 23, 2012 on iCeltic
Being in the USA for 4 weeks and having an insight to the way of the American scene of 'Soccer' or traditionally in Scotland, Football, has provided me with the fresh thought of why our game, in terms of development isn't dead. First of all, in Scot...
Continue reading 'Youth Football in Scotland – Celtic racing ahead'
Jul 5, 2012 on iCeltic
All of the events for the Celtic weekend are now finalized. Below is a detailed listing of each and every event that will take place the weekend of August 10-12. Friday August 10th 2012 Phil Mac Giolla Bhain Q&A at Fadó(1PM-4PM tentative) Key figur...
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Jun 30, 2012 on iCeltic
Since February, I've been asked what the response would be here in America, to the scandal that has been brought on by the club formerly known as Rangers FC In Administration.  The response is reactionary and immediate:  Death penalty.  Now let'...
Continue reading 'Scottish Football Needs An Iron Hand'
Jun 21, 2012 on iCeltic
To mark the occasion of Celtic's trip to Philadelphia to play Real Madrid on August 11th an official t-shirt has been designed to commemorate this event. It was designed by Chicago Celtic Supporters Club member Paul Badalamenti who wanted to highlight o...
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Jun 13, 2012 on iCeltic
The Rebel Journalist, Phil Mac Giolla Bhain is coming to Philadelphia for a Question & Answer session at Fadó Irish Pub at 15th & Locust Streets on Friday, August 10 from 1-4pm (Tentative). This will be the official kick off event for the “Celt...
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Jun 5, 2012 on iCeltic
The Plough & The Stars in Philadelphia will host the #1 Celtic Band in the World, Charlie & The Bhoys on Friday, August 10 & Saturday, August 11th after the Celtic v Real match. This will be the first time that CATB have been in Philadelphia s...
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