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Celtic lost 1-0 to Cardiff City last night in Portugal in a dour pre-season friendly.

In Celtic's second and final match in the Algarve Tournament, Gordon Strachan opted to rest the regulars and field an experimental line up pairing Balde and O’Dea in central defence, with Caddis and Hinkel in the full back berths. The midfield was more predictable but up front young McGowan had a rare start alongside Samaras. Cardiff city, last season's FA Cup finalists, fielded no less than three former Rangers players in the starting line up.

The first half was lacklustre at best for Celtic as they struggled at times to retain possession, while allowing their opponents plenty of the ball. Indeed, Cardiff looked comfortable in the opening period, hitting the woodwork and taking the lead in the 16th minute, as Ledley fired a low accurate shot across the keeper towards the far corner. The remainder of the first half passed without much goalmouth action and Cardiff, probably...
Naka & Koki injured

News emerged today of both Koki Mizuno & Shunsuke Nakamura being sidelined with injury. Nakamura will undergo surgery to repair a damaged hernia, although it seems there is no real concern as to the length of time he will be out for. Nakamura will undergo surgery next Tuesday at the very same German clinic where Darren O’Dea underwent a similar procedure last term. After which the defender was back in action within a few weeks.

Nakamura, who missed a fair amount of last season with a number of niggling injuries, revealed today that he has been struggling with a groin problem plus ankle and calf pain since the end of last season. However with the aid of pain medication he was able to play for Japan in their summer World Cup qualifiers.

Despite a holiday in Japan with his family he has only had three weeks...
Celts Win And Lose Down South.

Celtic travelled to Craven Cottage today for a pre season friendly with Premiership side, Fulham.

Sadly the result was not the best for the massive travelling support as a sluggish Celts side lost 3-1. A Barry Robson free kick gave the fans something to cheer about even if they were 2-0 down when he struck.

The travelling support was rumoured to have out numbered their home counterparts by 6:1 and indication that the Celtic faithful are still as strong as ever. A dissapointment for the fans, is that new signing Patrick McCourt failed to impress because he didn't get the chance. The Northen Irishmen injured his hamstring a few days ago, ruling him out.

However some should keep in mind that it was only yesterday The Hoops battled with Championship side Southampton.

Infact this game was not a friendly but a testimonial for Strachans ex player Claus Lundekvam, who showed great heart by getting the whole pitch re-turfed for...
Who needs Ronaldinho when you’ve got Aideninho !!

Fantastic news for all of Timdom today, as Celtic’s "sharp suited man" has struck again. Peter Lawwell has announced a 5 year contract extension for Aiden McGeady. With numerous admirers reportedly queuing up for Scotland’s PFA player of the year, Celtic’s Chief executive announced the news today that will delight the faithful.

“This is wonderful news for the club and our supporters.

Aiden's performances in recent seasons have made him the outstanding player in Scottish football and clearly we are delighted that he has committed his long-term future to the club.

Our priority has always been to try and keep our best players at the club and the Board is delighted to support Gordon in his plans for the future by securing Aiden on this...
Cheers & Tears on a Night of Celebration

Emotions ran high last night at Celtic's annual Gala celebration Player of the year event held at the Glasgow Hilton.

The big winner of the evening was Celtics mercurial wing magician Aiden McGeady, who can now add the title of Player's Player of The Year and Player of The Year to the other many accolades the young man has already picked up on a dazzling career best season.

Scott McDonald picked up Goalscorer of the Year with a superb 31 goals in what can only be described as a magnificent first season in his beloved hoops. Paul Caddis, the young full back full of...