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Forever talking and writing about Celtic FC, now with @thecelticway.bsky.social!

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For stewards and clubs, pitch invasions of any description are never ideal, but celebratory pitch invasions are not once-in-a-decade events. They happen, and they are contained, and everyone goes on with their day.

This shouldn't be falsely equated with violence and ill intent.

09.03.2026 11:32 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ€ All the derby preview content you need in one place.

Martin O'Neill: onlrl.co/3k0yy1
Tactical breakdown: onlrl.co/vdey1a
Data analysis: onlrl.co/61msqp
Tony on Celtic: onlrl.co/se51ci
Podcast and predictions: onlrl.co/shtpkv

01.03.2026 10:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Enjoyed this one today with Graeme and Euan.

Graeme as well placed as anyone to discuss the Jens Berthel Askou speculation and his potential as a manager, which is interesting with a Celtic vacancy coming up.

26.02.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I'm scunnered - Is there anyone left at Celtic to turn the light back on? After Celtic’s 4-1 defeat to Stuttgart, deeper concerns over leadership, division and direction leave the club feeling joyless.

I'm scunnered - Is there anyone left at Celtic to turn the light back on?

It's less about the result and more that this status quo can't continue.

A reflection on last night, protests, booing, Martin O'Neill and a lack of leadership at Celtic.

20.02.2026 09:22 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Really enjoyed this from Euan, well worth a read IMHO!

18.02.2026 13:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A familiar name for Martin O'Neill, but Stuttgart are a very modern problem for Celtic to solve in the Europa League this week.

From points of crisis, they've reinvented and stabilised under Sebastian Hoeneß.

A full profile, with expert insight ➑️ www.celticway.co.uk/intervi...

18.02.2026 13:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
Celtic's Β£24m reality check and the club's future | Late goal mayhem | Title race picture
Celtic's Β£24m reality check and the club's future | Late goal mayhem | Title race picture YouTube video by The Celtic Way

The latest episode of the weekly podcast with myself and @hamishcarton.bsky.social is out now.

The joy of last minute mayhem, performance concerns, title race picture as well as Celtic's financial position and future of the board.

YouTube and pod platforms ➑️ youtu.be/eh7Pcf8XEJo?...

17.02.2026 19:08 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Inside the tactical story of Celtic's big Killie comeback, midfield woe & gamechanger Celtic fought back to beat Kilmarnock with a 97th-minute winner. Tactical analysis of midfield issues, Tounekti’s impact and the Schmeichel debate.

A tactical look at the Celtic chaos, both good and bad, that unfolded at Rugby Park.

Midfield struggles putting Kilmarnock on top, half-time changes, Schmeichel concerns, Tounekti and Cvancara impacts.

✍️ @stewartross.bsky.social

16.02.2026 14:55 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celtic have scored seven goals in the 87th minute or later when on course to draw a Premiership match this season, from seven different scorers.

14 points that have kept them in the title race.

16.02.2026 11:04 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celtic's six-month interim report didn't paint a pretty picture, but despite a sharp decline in revenue, the club still have a buffer.

@johnmcginley.bsky.social takes a look at the club's current financial situation and the pivotal few months ahead.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/opinion...

15.02.2026 10:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celtic’s Β£24m reality check and where a year of instability leaves this football club Celtic’s interim accounts reveal a Β£24m revenue drop, falling profits and tighter margins after Champions League failure, and why the title race…

A look at Celtic's interim financial report, the importance of European income, where it leaves the club amidst a precarious title race, 'Not Another Penny', and a buffer that still exists if the club follow through on a promised refresh of strategy.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/news/2585539...

14.02.2026 15:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celtic have always broken out 'Merchandising' in their revenue detail within the interim report.

This year they haven't, which is notable in the context of the 'Not Another Penny' fan protest campaign.

First image is what it looks like this year, second is how it usually is.

13.02.2026 18:26 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Celtic announce a 28.9% reduction in revenue in their six month interim financial results to 31st December.

The club generated Β£59.4m during the period, down from Β£83.5m a year prior.

13.02.2026 18:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain opens up on career doubts and the Celtic moment he saw coming Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain reflects on career doubts, his Celtic debut goal and the task ahead in this Scottish Premiership title run-in.

Sitting on the Celtic bench, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain saw the opportunity to deliver a huge debut moment develop, and took it.

The new signing on his Celtic Park bow, what it all means to him and the title race mentality needed.

www.celticway.co.uk/news/2585084...

12.02.2026 18:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What version of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are Celtic getting in 2026, and what can he offer coming into Martin O'Neill's team with no football played this season?

Stewart Ross digs deep into his Besiktas spell with data and scouting for answers.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/news/25...

10.02.2026 10:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Has Martin O'Neill missed the Green Brigade at Celtic Park?

β€œYeah, of course, absolutely. I think the vociferous part of the ground is still really important. I'd like to see them all back.”

Celtic's schedule, fan disputes & Oxlade-Chamberlain.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/intervi...

06.02.2026 22:34 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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An interview with Paul Quigley from the Celtic Fans Collective on this week's boycott action.

β€’ Why it's still going ahead
β€’ Their hope for mediation with Celtic
β€’ The Michael Nicholson issue
β€’ Where things go from here

➑️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vrd...

06.02.2026 17:21 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What Celtic really signed: Data-led verdicts on Junior Adamu and Joel Mvuka Analyst Stewart Ross takes a data-led look at Junior Adamu and Joel Mvuka to assess what they can offer in a crucial three months for Celtic.

Here's @stewartross.bsky.social on Celtic's new attacking signings.

Junior Adamu - a strong striker in Austria with an impressive work rate and intensity.

Joel Mvuka - pace, dribbling, with limited direct output.

Both at Celtic to boost World Cup ambitions.

04.02.2026 13:50 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I am liveblogging Celtic's transfer deadline day throughout the morning, afternoon and evening!

Feel free to get in touch if you have something to get off your chest about the way the club have handled this window.

What needs to be done today?

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/news/2581554...

02.02.2026 08:59 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Tomas Cvancara is exactly the kind of player Celtic think can find success Tomas Cvancara arrives at Celtic with baggage and very little time, but insight from his homeland suggests he has the talent, and this club often…

Some Sunday morning reads with your @thecelticway.bsky.social sub this weekend 🫑

Sadiku interview: www.celticway.co.uk/interviews/2...

Celtic set pieces: www.celticway.co.uk/opinion/2581...

Fans Collective: www.celticway.co.uk/news/2581330...

Cvancara insight: www.celticway.co.uk/opinion/2581...

01.02.2026 11:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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In a title race likely to be decided by fine margins, Celtic's set-piece problems in the Premiership have become a real issue - especially when Hearts and Rangers are ahead of the curve.

Euan Davidson on changing trends and appointing a specialist.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/opinion...

31.01.2026 16:59 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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An exclusive interview with Elena Sadiku on making history with Celtic, why she left the club and the state of the women's game in Scotland.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/intervi...

31.01.2026 08:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The weekly show with John and Hamish is now live, discussing Bologna and Hearts, ongoing title race concerns, appealing with the SFA, viewer questions and the FC Utrecht test.

YouTube ➑️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYu...

28.01.2026 18:49 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Recording podcast with @hamishcarton.bsky.social tonight, any Celtic questions let us know. πŸ‘

27.01.2026 20:04 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celtic's 2–2 draw with Hearts underlined problems in the team that have been apparent all season.

As the title race tightens, these flaws can't be ignored with a week left in the transfer window.

πŸ” Stewart Ross with the tactical breakdown.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/tactics...

26.01.2026 16:51 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“Ί John and Josh return to review Celtic's 2-2 draw at Tynecastle.

The performance was not there, the result almost was, Martin O'Neill's unhappiness with Auston Trusty's red card, Tomas Cvancara and what the draw means for Celtic's Premiership chase.

πŸ”— www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9i...

25.01.2026 19:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celtic need Tomas Cvancara to be a success but what exactly does Martin O'Neill have on his hands?

Stewart Ross takes an in-depth look with a full scouting report after his loan signing.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/tactics...

23.01.2026 11:27 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Is there a route to success for Celtic vs Bologna tonight?

Stewart Ross analyses how they press and build possession, highlighting their threats and what Martin O'Neill's side will look to exploit.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/tactics...

22.01.2026 11:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Helsingborgs manager Stevie Grieve, once a scout and analyst in Scotland, speaks to The Celtic Way about the importance of alternative markets to Scottish clubs in finding value to compete.

Celtic must find their own recruitment wins again.

πŸ”— www.celticway.co.uk/opinion...

19.01.2026 16:03 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A new episode of the weekly show with John and Hamish reflecting on managerial drama, a confidence booster against Dundee Utd, the sprinkling of O'Neill magic and another frustrating transfer window.

Out now on YouTube and podcast platforms.

πŸ”— www.youtube.com/watch?v=Luo...

12.01.2026 18:58 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0