Episodes
🍀 Celtic will be lining up in the Scottish Cup Final for the 61st time next month after a quite incredible Semi-Final win against Aberdeen at Hampden Park. After a rollercoaster 120 minutes of action it was all settled by penalty kicks with Hoops No.1 Joe Hart playing a huge part in proceedings and the Bhoys can now look forward to returning to Hampden on the 25th of May. It wasn't for the faint hearted but semi-finals are all about making it through and that's exactly what Brendan Rodgers'...
Published 04/21/24
🍀 Celtic head to Hampden on Saturday where they take on Aberdeen with a place in this season's Scottish Cup Final at stake. It's been an up and down season for the Dons who find themselves in the bottom six after the split but the prospect of silverware could be a welcome distraction. Brendan Rodgers however has NEVER lost a Scottish Cup tie in two spells as Celtic Manager and won't be looking to change that any time soon. 🎙️Join Tino, Paddy & James for all the build up ahead of...
Published 04/19/24
A week can be a long time in football. Rangers had the chance to leapfrog Celtic into top spot with a win in last week's derby at Ibrox, but failure to do so (do "moral victorys" count?) has cost them badly. Further failure in Dingwall by Phillipe Clement's men has now left the Hoops with a four point lead in the title race as a Reo Hatate inspired performance ensured it was the green side of Glasgow who were celebrating after another weekend of high drama in the title race. In addition to...
Published 04/15/24
It was vital that Celtic followed up last week's perfomance at Ibrox with a win over St Mirren today and that's exactly what they done with a convincing display against the Paisley side. Conditions played their part in the first half but the Hoops came out the traps after the break to fire home three goals without reply as they extended their lead at the top of the table. Brendan Rodgers was in buoyant mood after the game, stressing that this is the phase of the season that Celtic come...
Published 04/13/24
🍀 Celtic take on St Mirren in the final game before the split and with it comes the chance to open up a 4 point lead at the Scottish Premiership table. Second placed Rangers don't play until Celtic and Brendan Rodgers' side don't need any more incentive than the chance to heap pressure on their Glasgow rivals once again this weekend. 🎙️ Join Tino, & Brydo for the Countdown To Kick Off Show ahead of Celtic's v St Mirren in Matchday 33 of this season's Scottish Premiership clash with...
Published 04/12/24
On a day of high drama at Ibrox Celtic done what they had to do on the day to ensure that the destiny of this season's title remains firmly in our own hands. With just six league games now remaining the Bhoys know exactly what's required if a third successive title is to be achieved and will take great confidence from their performance against Rangers, and in particular across the first half. We cover the fallout from an action packed 90 minutes as well as looking at the overall contributions...
Published 04/08/24
Despite holding the lead at various points in the game Celtic had to ultimately settle for a share of the points on a day of high drama at Ibrox. Six goals and two penalties tell some of the story as Brendan Rodgers' side took the game to their Glasgow rivals before securing their 7th point across this season's three derbies so far. Yes there's disappointment at not holding out for the win, but ultimately the ball is now firmly in Celtic's court in terms of the title race. Put simply, win the...
Published 04/07/24
🍀 We're gearing up for one of the biggest games of the season as Celtic get set to take on Rangers in Sunday's Glasgow Derby clash. Brendan Rodgers has taken the Bhoys to two wins from two against the Ibrox side so far this season and with the potential return of captain Callum McGregor will be looking for the win that will put us in pole position in the title race. 🎙️Join a full house of Tino, James, Asim & Paddy for all the build up ahead of Sunday's crucial...
Published 04/05/24
🟢 Exactly 30 years ago Fergus McCann swept into Celtic Park and secured the clubs very existence with an eleventh hour investment that would alter the course of Celtic’s history for ever. Many figures played a key part in what eventually took place on that day back on the 4th of March 1994 and we've spoken to several of the most important individuals across the series so far. 🍀 At The Celtic Exchange our aim in The Battle To Save Celtic series been to cover the story from all angles and we...
Published 04/04/24
After a stop/start season Reo Hatate returned against Livingston at the weekend and the classy midfielder is now eyeing a bigger prize after playing his part in the 3-0 win. He was supported on the day by stand-in skipper Cameron Carter-Vickers - a man who's had his own injury issues - and both will be vital at Ibrox at the weekend as the Hoops look to stretch their lead at the top of the table. All indications are that they'll be joined on their trip to the south side by Callum McGregor in...
Published 04/01/24
Celtic are back in action this weekend knowing that it's all in our own hands as we look to retain the Scottish Premiership title. With just 8 games now remaining Livingston are next up as Celtic look to ramp up the heat at the top of the table ahead of next week's Glasgow Derby. Brendan Rodgers will be watching from the stands as he sees out his one match touchline ban but his side could be boosted by the long awaited return of Reo Hatate. Its one to look forward to as Celtic target another...
Published 03/29/24
Matt O'Riley has been one of Celtic's star performers this season with his sparkling form even attracting a transfer bid from Spanish giants Atletico Madrid. Thankfully this was kicked swiftly in to touch and the player now seems fully focused on what's set to be an exciting end to the season for all concerned. With just 8 games remaining we take a look at what lies in store for Celtic as they target a third successive Scottish Premiership title. The post international fixtures could see the...
Published 03/25/24
🟢 30 years ago this very month Fergus McCann swept into Celtic Park and secured the clubs very existence with an eleventh hour investment that would alter the course of Celtic’s history for ever. A move such as that however can’t be engineered by just one man and many figures played a key role in what eventually took place on that day back on the 4th of March 1994. 🍀 In this special new series by The Celtic Exchange we speak to some of those individuals as we bring you the inside stories of...
Published 03/22/24
Celtic returned to the top of the table with Saturday's 3-1 win over St Johnstone and will remain there for the next couple of weeks at least with the postponement of Dundee v Rangers. Kyogo led the way v the Perth side and looks to be rediscovering his form at a crucial stage in the campaign. He was ably supported on the day by Nicolas Khun who put in another man of the match performance as he showed us just what he's capable. It's the international break now, but on our return we face three...
Published 03/18/24
🟢 30 years ago this very month Scots-Canadian businessman Fergus McCann swept into Celtic Park and secured the clubs very existence with an eleventh hour investment that would alter the course of Celtic’s history for ever. A move such as that however can’t be engineered by just one man and many figures played a key role in what eventually took place on that day back on the 4th of March 1994. 🍀 In this special new series by The Celtic Exchange we speak to some of those individuals as we...
Published 03/18/24
Kyogo Furuhashi looked far more like himself at Celtic Park against St Johnstone as he inspired the Bhoys to another vital three points in the title race. His first half header opened the scoring before an assist for Khun at the start of the second half put Brendan Rodgers' side in control. The woodwork and a couple of offside calls prevented him from adding to his tally but he'll be pleased with his afternoon's work. We now head into the international break top of the pile (though having...
Published 03/17/24
Celtic are back to league duty on Saturday and with it comes the chance to go top of the table if they can take all three points against St Johnstone. The Perth side have already taken a draw at Celtic Park this season and Brendan Rodgers will be out to ensure no repeat of that this time around. With Callum McGregor and Yang still out it remains to be seen of Cameron Carter-Vickers will be restored to the heart of the defence but one player who'll almost certainly start is last week's...
Published 03/15/24
🟢 30 years ago this very month Scots-Canadian businessman Fergus McCann swept into Celtic Park and secured the clubs very existence with an eleventh hour investment that would alter the course of Celtic’s history for ever. A move such as that however can’t be engineered by just one man and many figures played a key role in what eventually took place on that day back on the 4th of March 1994. 🍀 In this special new series by The Celtic Exchange we speak to some of those individuals as we...
Published 03/14/24
🎙️🍀 Welcome to a new collection of recordings by The Celtic Exchange where we explore the tales of Celtic fans across the globe by speaking to Celtic Supporters Clubs near and far in the coming months. This week we spoke with a Scotsman, another Scotsman, and an Irishman, as Nick, Stevie and Neil from the Geneva CSC joined us to share their story. The Geneva CSC is one of the newer CSCs out there and sounds very much the place to be should you find yourself in and around that part of the...
Published 03/13/24
Daizen Maeda continues to puzzle and delight in equal measure with the Japanese frontman grabbing his first hat-trick in the Hoops during Sunday’s Scottish Cup victory over Livingston. He was the man of the moment as Celtic took their place in the semi finals (eventually) where they’ll now face Aberdeen at Hampden Park. For Brendan Rodgers his perfect Scottish Cup record continues, having now won all 15 games he’s managed in the competition. Despite the win there was a notable absence in the...
Published 03/11/24
Daizen Maeda celebrated 100 appearances in a Celtic shirt by grabbing a hat-trick against Livingston to ensure the Bhoys take their place in the Scottish Cup semi-final. The 4-2 scoreline perhaps papers over the cracks of a less than convincing performance but in cup football it's all about taking your place in the next round, and that's exactly what Brendan Rodgers side have done. Kyogo rounded off the scoring in stoppage time to finally see off the Livi challenge as the manager maintains...
Published 03/10/24
Celtic will put the title race on the back burner this weekend as they get set to face Livingston in Sunday's Scottish Cup Quarter Final at Celtic Park. Brendan Rodgers holds the incredible record of winning EVERY game he's managed in the competition and will be looking to extend that run against David Martindale's side. For the players a return to Hampden Park for the Semi Final is all the incentive they should need as they look to once again lift the famous old trophy. Join Tino, &...
Published 03/09/24
30 years ago this very month Scots-Canadian businessman Fergus McCann swept into Celtic Park and secured the clubs very existence with an eleventh hour investment that would alter the course of Celtic’s history for ever. A move such as that however can’t be engineered by just one man and many figures played a key role in what eventually took place on that day back on the 4th of March 1994. In this special new series by The Celtic Exchange we speak to some of those individuals as we bring...
Published 03/08/24
🎙️🍀 Welcome to a new collection of recordings by The Celtic Exchange where we explore the tales of Celtic fans across the globe by speaking to Celtic Supporters Clubs near and far in the coming months. This week we're delighted to be joined by Ian O'Sullivan and Conor Horgan of the Cork No.1 CSC as they share their stories with us in the latest episode. Founded in Celtic's Centenary Year of 1988 the club now have approximately 170 members and are based at The Ferry Arms bar in the town....
Published 03/06/24
30 years ago this very month Scots-Canadian businessman Fergus McCann swept into Celtic Park and secured the clubs very existence with an eleventh hour investment that would alter the course of Celtic’s history for ever. A move such as that however can’t be engineered by just one man and many figures played a key role in what eventually took place on that day back on the 4th of March 1994. In this special new series by The Celtic Exchange we speak to some of those individuals as we bring you...
Published 03/05/24