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[FONT=&quot]It was the summer of 2010.[/FONT][FONT=&quot] Celtic were once again in the rebuilding process following an insipid campaign. Despite an encouraging turnaround following Neil’s late and temporary appointment, the 2009 team were incapable of wresting the title from Rangers grasp. Fans were impressed with what they had seen, nonetheless, and were excited at the prospect of the Irishmen in charge of their team. Much damage had been done under Tony Mowbray’s tenure, but the Lurgan man was determined to not allow it to continue.

Weeks following Neil’s full time appointment as manager, the club secured the signing of Joe Ledley on a free transfer. It was to prove to be a masterstroke by the new manager. The player would arrive from Cardiff City, who were experiencing an unusual high, backed by youth talents such as Aaron Ramsey, and eventual Celt, Adam Matthews. The Welsh Wizard was an integral figure for the Bluebirds, guiding them to the ’08 F.A. Cup...

Hibernian 0-4 Celtic​

Celtic produced a second half masterclass in Edinburgh to dispose of Hibs and extend their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership table to fifteen points, with two games in hand over their nearest title rivals Aberdeen still to be played in the coming weeks.

Kris Commons' 20th goal of the campaign was the only successful strike of the first half, and although Hibs rallied and mounted a respectable response against clearly superior opposition, they could not beat Fraser Forster in the Hoops' goal despite many close calls, especially in the second half.

The England international had to be on top form and at full concentration to deny several Hibs players an equaliser that most unbiased supporters would have said was deserved at that point in the contest, but Hibs were then made to...

After a refreshing short winter break in Antalya its back to domestic business for the Hoops. While watching Celtic in friendly competitions certainly helps the 'fix' they are nothing like real competitive matches. What the competition in Turkey did reveal though is that there are players in Celtic's extended squad who are more than capable of stepping up to the first team.

The likes of Fisher, Henderson and Balde all performed really well against some quite reasonable opposition. The likes of Muslera, Sol Bamba (for his comical effect) and Sneijder. The youngsters were up against some top class players and they performed with distinction. Now as we all know too well managers can be...