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Celtic secured another important three points in the Scottish Premiership with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Hibernian at Easter Road, but it was far from a convincing performance. Paul and Stuart react to an eventful afternoon in difficult conditions as Celtic recover from conceding a dreadful early goal, benefit from a Hibs own goal and take the lead through a moment of individual brilliance from Camilo Durán. Despite the victory, questions remain over Celtic's defensive vulnerabilities, team selection and the balance of Martin O'Neill's side. We discuss Dane Murray's continued struggles at centre-back, Kasper Høgh's lack of confidence in front of goal and whether Celtic are sacrificing Camilo Durán's effectiveness by playing him out wide. There's also concern over Alistair Johnston after his injury setback, while the ongoing goalkeeper rotation between Sam Johnstone and Viljami Sinisalo raises further questions about Celtic's best starting XI. Beyond the match, we examine the wider problems facing Scottish football, from ticket pricing and away allocations to the half-empty stands at Easter Road. And with Celtic continuing to collect points domestically despite their European struggles, Stuart poses a bigger question: *is winning actually doing more harm than good?* *IN THIS EPISODE:* - Celtic's chaotic start and poor defending for Hibs' opening goal - Dane Murray's performances and future at Celtic - Camilo Durán's outstanding winner and growing importance - Kasper Høgh's struggles and the case for changing formation - Alistair Johnston's latest injury setback - Scottish football's ticket pricing, away allocations and empty seats - Celtic's ongoing goalkeeper dilemma - Martin O'Neill's struggle to establish his strongest XI - Recruitment failures and the need for January reinforcements *CHAPTERS* 00:00 – Hibernian 1-2 Celtic: Full-Time Reaction 00:47 – Celtic's dreadful defending for Hibs' opener 02:01 – Serious concerns over Dane Murray 05:30 – Celtic's fortunate equaliser and difficult conditions 07:08 – Does this Celtic team lack confidence? 10:33 – First-half chances and Kasper Høgh's missed opportunities 12:47 – Scottish football's empty seats and ticket prices 16:49 – Camilo Durán: Celtic's standout performer 18:34 – Is Kasper Høgh holding Durán back? 23:08 – Celtic's attacking options and Jota's return 24:48 – A forgettable second half at Easter Road 25:22 – Alistair Johnston's worrying injury setback 30:50 – Is Celtic's domestic success masking bigger problems? 33:19 – Sam Johnstone and the goalkeeper dilemma 35:27 – Why Celtic still haven't found their best XI 38:25 – Another transfer window, another January rebuild? *JOIN THE CONVERSATION* Should Camilo Durán be Celtic's first-choice striker? Is Dane Murray ready for regular first-team football? And are Celtic's domestic results masking deeper problems within the club? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for independent Celtic analysis, full-time reactions, match previews and discussion. #CelticFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic return to Scottish Premiership action with a trip to Easter Road to face Hibernian, looking to bounce back from another disappointing European defeat. Paul previews Hibs v Celtic and predicts Martin O'Neill's starting XI, with several big selection decisions ahead of Sunday's clash. Following Celtic's 2-1 defeat to Celta Vigo in the Europa League, questions remain over the goalkeeper position, Cameron Carter-Vickers' potential return and the fitness of Callum Osmand. With Celtic continuing to dominate many domestic opponents while struggling badly in Europe, we also examine the growing gulf between the team's domestic and European performances. Can Celtic maintain their domestic momentum at Easter Road, or could another difficult Thursday-to-Sunday turnaround cause problems? **IN THIS EPISODE:** - Celtic's European struggles and the return to domestic football - Hibernian's difficult start to the season - Viljami Sinisalo or Sam Johnstone in goal? - Cameron Carter-Vickers' fitness and Dane Murray's place - Celtic's midfield options and Callum McGregor's form - Haissem Hassan's attacking qualities and defensive weaknesses - Callum Osmand's ongoing hamstring concerns - Kasper Høgh's struggles and Camilo Durán's impressive form - Our predicted Celtic starting XI **CHAPTERS** 00:00 – Hibs v Celtic: Match Preview 01:22 – Celtic's record at Easter Road and Hibs' struggles 02:30 – Domestic dominance versus European failures 03:25 – Goalkeeper dilemma: Sinisalo or Johnstone? 04:53 – Right-back and Cameron Carter-Vickers' return 06:22 – Celtic's defensive options 07:03 – Midfield selection: McGregor, Baur and Nygren 08:43 – Haissem Hassan's attacking and defensive performances 10:00 – Callum Osmand's injury concerns 11:06 – Kasper Høgh's struggles at Celtic 12:26 – Camilo Durán to lead the line *JOIN THE CONVERSATION* Who should start in goal against Hibs? Would you bring Cameron Carter-Vickers straight back into the team? And should Kasper Høgh be given more time to find his form? Let us know your predicted XI in the comments. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for independent Celtic analysis, Starting XI Predictions, match previews and full-time reactions. #CelticFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic's Europa League campaign is in serious trouble after a 2-1 defeat to Celta Vigo at Celtic Park makes it three defeats from three in Europe. Paul and Chris react to another disappointing European night as Celtic surrender a second-half lead, concede more than 20 shots and once again struggle to regain control when the momentum turns against them. Mika Baur's goal gave Celtic hope, but familiar defensive problems and two quick Celta Vigo goals turned the game on its head. Beyond the result, we examine the bigger questions surrounding Celtic's European decline, the club's recruitment structure, managerial decisions and whether domestic dominance has disguised a lack of meaningful progress. With qualification looking increasingly unlikely, should Martin O'Neill now prioritise the Scottish Premiership? And what does Celtic's continued failure to compete in Europe say about the direction of the football club? *IN THIS EPISODE:* - Celtic's defensive problems and ineffective pressing - Why Celtic keep conceding so many shots - Haissem Hassan's attacking threat and defensive weaknesses - Celtic's inability to control games or respond to setbacks - The debate over prioritising domestic football - Recruitment, leadership and Celtic's European ambitions - Looking ahead to Hibernian at Easter Road **CHAPTERS** 00:00 – Celtic 1-2 Celta Vigo: Full-Time Reaction 01:23 – Celtic's European shortcomings exposed again 03:09 – Analysing Celtic's performance and tactical approach 05:39 – Mika Biereth puts Celtic ahead 06:39 – How Celtic surrendered the lead 08:56 – The pressing problem and defensive vulnerabilities 10:09 – Should Celtic prioritise the league over Europe? 12:52 – Why Celtic keep conceding 20+ shots 14:17 – Celtic's inability to change momentum 16:08 – Managerial decisions and the bigger problems 17:12 – Domestic dominance masking European decline 19:26 – Celtic's recruitment structure and lack of progress 21:27 – Leadership, accountability and supporter protests 23:55 – Have supporters lost faith in Celtic's European ambitions? 26:04 – Hibernian preview and the goalkeeper dilemma 29:41 – Dean Murray or Cameron Carter-Vickers? *JOIN THE CONVERSATION* Is Celtic's European decline a consequence of poor recruitment, managerial decisions or a deeper structural problem at the club? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for independent Celtic analysis, match reactions, previews and discussion. #CelticFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic v Celta Vigo Starting XI Prediction! After Sunday's emphatic 7-1 win over Hearts, can Martin O'Neill's Celtic finally deliver a performance in the UEFA Europa League? Both Celtic and Celta Vigo head into Matchday 3 without a point, making Thursday night's clash at Celtic Park a crucial fixture for both sides. In today's Starting XI Prediction, we assess whether Celtic's attacking improvement can translate to European football, the threat posed by Celta Vigo, and the selection decisions facing Martin O'Neill. *Topics covered:* - Can Celtic build on their 7-1 demolition of Hearts? - Why Celtic's domestic form hasn't translated into Europe - Celta Vigo's form, tactics and key players - Dane Murray's development and Celtic's defensive concerns - Benjamin Nygren and Celtic's midfield balance - Can Callum Osmand, Camilo Durán and Haissem Hassan provide the attacking solution? - Our predicted Celtic Starting XI Celta Vigo arrive with injuries to key players including former Celtic defender Carl Starfelt and striker Borja Iglesias, but Celtic must find a way to compete against well-organised European opposition. 💬 Would you keep the same front three that dismantled Hearts? And is this a must-win game for Celtic's Europa League campaign? Let us know your predicted XI in the comments! Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for independent Celtic FC analysis, Starting XI Predictions, Full-Time Reactions and Post-Match Pint. #CelticFC 00:00 Can Celtic deliver in Europe? 01:01 What the 7-1 Hearts win really tells us 01:56 Celta Vigo's form, injuries and European record 03:46 Celtic's new attacking threat 05:47 Why Celtic struggle against stronger opposition 07:42 How Celtic can exploit Celta Vigo 08:29 Goalkeeper and defensive selection 09:35 Dane Murray: is he ready? 12:05 Colby Donovan and the right-back position 13:00 Nygren, McGregor and Celtic's midfield 14:54 Hassan, Osmand and Durán: keep the front three? 17:04 Your predicted XI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Celtic finally compete against top-level opposition this season? Celtic travel to Lisbon to face Benfica in Matchday 2 of the UEFA Europa League, with Martin O'Neill's side facing another huge test after four comprehensive defeats in their biggest games of the campaign. Despite a comfortable domestic victory over Motherwell, familiar concerns remain about Celtic's ability to play through pressure, defend against transitions and adapt tactically when games turn against them. In this Benfica v Celtic Starting XI Prediction, we examine whether Celtic can restore some credibility on the European stage, assess the challenge posed by Marco Silva's Benfica and predict Martin O'Neill's starting lineup. We discuss the goalkeeping dilemma between Viljami Sinisalo and Sam Johnstone, the defensive selection problems without Cameron Carter-Vickers, Celtic's midfield vulnerabilities and whether Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain could offer a solution. Further forward, can Kasper Høgh rediscover his goalscoring touch? Should Benjamin Nygren retain his midfield place? And what role could Jota play following his return from injury? 💬 What would you change about Celtic's starting XI against Benfica? Can Celtic finally produce a competitive performance against high-quality opposition? 👍 Like the video, subscribe to Celtic Fans TV and join the discussion below. #CelticFC #EuropaLeague 00:00 Can Celtic finally compete in the big games? 01:42 Four big defeats and recurring tactical problems 02:46 Benfica challenge and Celtic's expectations 05:30 Starting XI: Sinisalo or Johnstone? 06:46 Defence: Trusty, Scales and Tierney 09:03 Midfield: McGregor, Nygren and Oxlade-Chamberlain 11:05 Attack: Høgh, Durán and the Jota question 13:15 Can Celtic restore their European credibility? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motherwell 0-2 Celtic! Celtic return to winning ways at Fir Park with a much-needed victory after three consecutive defeats, but are there still reasons to be concerned? Paul and Lee deliver their *Motherwell 0-2 Celtic Full-Time Reaction*, discussing a more convincing performance, improved midfield play and encouraging signs from Mika Bower and Colby Donovan. Despite Celtic's dominance, questions remain over their attacking efficiency, defensive vulnerability and whether this performance represents genuine progress ahead of Thursday's European trip to Lisbon. Kasper Høgh continues to struggle for confidence in front of goal, while Jota's return provides a welcome boost to a Celtic attack that has lacked creativity and cutting edge. *In this episode:* - Celtic bounce back from three consecutive defeats - Improved build-up play and a more compact defensive shape - Kasper Høgh's struggles in front of goal - Mika Bower and Colby Donovan impress - Celtic's continuing defensive concerns - Jota returns and provides a much-needed attacking boost - Can Celtic translate domestic improvement into European performances? - Looking ahead to Thursday's European challenge in Lisbon A comfortable victory puts Celtic back at the top of the table, but tougher tests lie ahead. *Who was your Man of the Match at Fir Park?* Is this the beginning of Celtic's recovery, or does the team still have major problems to solve? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for independent Celtic FC analysis, Full-Time Reactions, Starting XI Predictions and Post-Match Pint. #CelticFC #MotherwellCeltic #CelticFansTV *CHAPTERS* 00:00 – Motherwell 0-2 Celtic: Back to winning ways 00:42 – Celtic dominate but lack a cutting edge 02:30 – Team selection and attacking problems 02:53 – Kasper Høgh desperately needs a goal 04:41 – Can Celtic deliver in Europe? 04:56 – Mika Bower impresses in midfield 05:46 – Improved defensive shape and Colby Donovan 06:30 – Dane Murray and Celtic's defensive concerns 07:29 – Jota returns: A massive boost for Celtic 09:48 – Defensive selection dilemma ahead of Lisbon 11:11 – Man of the Match and final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic 0-1 Rangers - another damaging defeat in a big game as the pressure continues to build on Martin O’Neill and this Celtic team. Paul, Lee and Callum give their full-time reaction after Rangers win at Celtic Park, with Celtic once again struggling badly in possession, out of possession and in attacking transition. Martin O’Neill changed the shape and made surprise personnel decisions, including starting Luke McCowan, but Celtic still looked disjointed and short of a clear plan. We discuss whether the team selection smacked of desperation, Celtic’s inability to build attacks, the lack of structure when possession is lost, Callum McGregor’s current role and why Rangers were able to control long periods of the game without doing anything particularly extraordinary. Across Celtic’s biggest games this season, the same issues keep appearing, and rather than improving, the performances appear to be getting worse. With the international break now arriving, serious questions have to be asked about the direction of the team, Martin O’Neill’s future and the wider football structure at Celtic. 🍀 In this episode: • Celtic 0-1 Rangers reaction • Martin O’Neill’s team selection questioned • Why the change of shape failed • Luke McCowan’s surprise start • Celtic’s lack of attacking structure • Why Rangers constantly threatened in transition • Callum McGregor’s performance • Celtic’s inability to win second balls • Just one shot across 180 minutes against Rangers • Why the performances are getting worse • Martin O’Neill’s future • Celtic’s wider lack of direction • Recruitment and squad-building problems • What has to change after the international break? Let us know your reaction to the performance and what you think Celtic should do next. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for full-time reaction, Post-Match Pint, Starting XI Predictions and Celtic analysis throughout the season. #CelticFC #SPFL CHAPTERS 00:00 Celtic 0-1 Rangers reaction 00:26 Team selection and formation gamble 01:50 Celtic look desperate 04:25 Rangers’ simple game plan 06:10 Celtic’s lack of structure 08:44 “It’s getting worse” 10:34 Martin O’Neill’s future 12:12 Celtic stumbling from decision to decision 13:48 What has to change? 16:05 Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic face Rangers at Celtic Park in a massive Scottish Premiership derby after a damaging run of performances in the biggest games of the season. In today’s Starting XI Prediction, we look at how Celtic respond after defeats to Rangers and Ferencváros, with pressure now building on Martin O’Neill and his players. The biggest concern is no longer one isolated bad result. Celtic have now repeatedly looked open, fragile and disjointed against stronger opposition, conceding heavily in the biggest tests of the season and struggling badly in defensive transition. Can Celtic finally tighten things up, win the midfield battle and produce the reaction supporters have been waiting for? We discuss the goalkeeper decision between Sinisalo and Sam Johnstone, the problems at centre-back, whether Oxlade-Chamberlain can bring more control alongside Callum McGregor, the lack of balance in midfield and what Celtic’s front three should look like. There’s also a wider discussion around Martin O’Neill, Celtic’s lack of a clear long-term direction and why Sunday feels like a huge moment in the context of the season. 🍀 In this episode: • Celtic v Rangers preview • Celtic Starting XI Prediction • Why the pressure is building • Celtic’s recurring big-game problems • 11 goals conceded across three major defeats • Why Celtic are so vulnerable in transition • Martin O’Neill’s tactical challenge • Why Celtic need to get back to basics • Sinisalo or Sam Johnstone? • Trusty or Scales at centre-back? • Celtic’s midfield balance • McGregor and Oxlade-Chamberlain together • Nygren’s role questioned • Duran, Forrest and Kasper Høgh • Why Celtic simply have to respond Let us know your predicted Celtic XI and scoreline below. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for Starting XI Predictions, full-time reaction, Post-Match Pint and Celtic analysis throughout the season. #CelticFC #SPFL CHAPTERS 00:00 Celtic v Rangers preview 01:13 Celtic’s big-game problems 02:58 Pressure on Martin O’Neill 06:24 Why Sunday is massive 07:38 Celtic must get back to basics 10:03 Starting XI Prediction 12:18 Defensive problems 14:25 Midfield dilemma 16:50 Predicted front three 20:12 Celtic have to respond Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic 1-3 Ferencváros — another damaging European night at Celtic Park as the same tactical problems surface again. Paul and Chris give their full-time reaction after Celtic lose their Europa League opener, just four days after the 3-0 defeat at Ibrox. Celtic started brightly but quickly lost control of the game, with familiar problems appearing both in and out of possession. Defensive errors, poor positioning, a lack of structure without the ball and an inability to manage difficult periods once again left Celtic exposed. We discuss Liam Scales’ performance, Cameron Carter-Vickers’ difficult night, Callum McGregor’s role, James Forrest emerging as one of the few positives and why Celtic continue to look like a team without a clear identity. There’s also a wider discussion about recruitment, Martin O’Neill’s tactical approach, Celtic’s inability to change games effectively and why simply signing a defensive midfielder won’t solve the deeper structural issues. Three of Celtic’s biggest tests this season — away to LASK, away to Rangers and now Ferencváros at home — have produced 11 goals conceded and just two scored. With Rangers visiting Celtic Park on Sunday, where does the reaction come from? 🍀 In this episode: • Celtic 1-3 Ferencváros reaction • Another damaging European defeat • Celtic’s lack of defensive structure • Liam Scales and Carter-Vickers struggle • Why Celtic are too easy to play against • The recurring problems from LASK and Ibrox • Celtic’s lack of a clear style or identity • Callum McGregor’s role questioned • James Forrest the standout Celtic performer • Why Celtic can’t manage difficult periods • The problem with changing formation • Duran and Høgh together • Celtic’s summer recruitment questioned • Martin O’Neill’s in-game management • Can Celtic respond against Rangers? Let us know your reaction to the performance below. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for full-time reaction, Post-Match Pint, Starting XI Predictions, European coverage and Celtic analysis throughout the season. #CelticFC CHAPTERS 00:00 Celtic 1-3 Ferencváros reaction 00:54 The same big-game problems 04:24 Celtic’s defensive collapse 07:56 No clear plan out of possession 11:04 Why the problems run deeper 14:29 McGregor and Celtic’s fragility 18:00 Recruitment and long-term direction 21:00 Changes fail to fix the game 26:27 Where does Celtic go from here? 31:24 Martin O’Neill and the bigger picture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic return to action just four days after the damaging defeat at Ibrox as Martin O’Neill’s side begin their Europa League campaign against Ferencváros. But this is about much more than simply bouncing back from one bad result. In today’s Starting XI Prediction, we look at the tactical problems that have repeatedly surfaced in Celtic’s biggest games this season — from the Champions League defeat against LASK to Sunday’s performance at Ibrox. What is Celtic’s actual style of play? Are the team caught between playing out from the back and Martin O’Neill’s more direct approach? And do the current squad have the characteristics required to execute either system effectively? We discuss Celtic’s problems in possession, the inability to play through pressure, Kasper Høgh’s role, the lack of support around the striker, the midfield’s defensive vulnerabilities and the bigger issue of a team that increasingly looks like a collection of individuals rather than a coherent unit. There are also major Starting XI decisions to make, including Sam Johnstone or Sinisalo in goal, Trusty or Scales at centre-back, whether Oliver Sørensen should come into midfield and how Celtic structure the attack around Camilo Duran, Hassan and Kasper Høgh. Can Celtic respond against Ferencváros and begin fixing the tactical problems that have already cost them in the biggest games this season? 🍀 In this episode: • Celtic v Ferencváros preview • Celtic Starting XI Prediction • Reaction to the tactical problems exposed at Ibrox • Why Celtic look caught between two styles • Problems playing out from the back • Why the direct approach isn’t working either • Kasper Høgh being used incorrectly • Celtic’s inability to press effectively • Why the midfield keeps getting exposed • Concerns over Celtic’s in-game management • Does this team have a clear identity? • Sam Johnstone or Sinisalo? • Trusty returns to the predicted XI • Oliver Sørensen into midfield? • Nygren’s defensive contribution questioned • Duran, Hassan and Høgh in attack • Why formation changes alone won’t fix Celtic Let us know your Starting XI for Ferencváros and what tactical changes you want to see from Celtic. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for Celtic previews, Starting XI Predictions, post-match reaction, European coverage and analysis throughout the season. #CelticFC CHAPTERS 00:00 Celtic v Ferencváros preview 01:18 The problems exposed again 02:50 Celtic caught between two styles 05:58 Why playing out isn’t working 07:02 Celtic’s problems without the ball 08:58 Can anything change this week? 13:02 Starting XI Prediction 17:05 Midfield changes 18:48 Predicted front three 20:31 Why formation isn’t the real issue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers 3-0 Celtic — a disastrous afternoon at Ibrox as Celtic crash out of the League Cup after being comprehensively second best. Paul, Callum and Darren react from Malone’s Glasgow after a performance that raised major questions about Martin O’Neill’s team selection, Celtic’s tactical identity and the recurring problems against the ball that have already been exposed in Europe this season. Celtic struggled from the opening minutes, repeatedly inviting pressure by playing backwards, making unforced errors in possession and failing to cope with Rangers through midfield. We discuss the controversial decision not to start Hassan, Sam Johnstone’s difficult afternoon, Celtic’s lack of defensive structure and why the problems go far beyond individual mistakes. After the collapse in Austria earlier this season, was this really another wake-up call — or further evidence of problems that Celtic have failed to address? With Rangers coming to Celtic Park next weekend, Martin O’Neill now has major decisions to make. 🍀 In this episode: • Rangers 3-0 Celtic reaction • Celtic crash out of the League Cup • Why Celtic were second best at Ibrox • Martin O’Neill’s starting XI questioned • The decision to leave Hassan out • Sam Johnstone’s nightmare afternoon • Celtic’s repeated mistakes playing from the back • Does this Celtic team have a clear identity? • Why Celtic are so vulnerable through midfield • Callum McGregor’s role questioned • Celtic’s failure to react tactically • Rangers exploiting Celtic’s weaknesses • Why Kasper Høgh isn’t being used to his strengths • Duran’s best position • Celtic’s lack of defensive midfield options • What must change before next weekend’s derby? Let us know your reaction to the performance and what Martin O’Neill needs to change before Rangers visit Celtic Park. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for Celtic reaction, Post-Match Pint, match previews, Starting XI Predictions and analysis throughout the season. #CelticFC CHAPTERS 00:00 Rangers 3-0 Celtic reaction 01:25 Team selection questioned 02:29 Sam Johnstone’s nightmare 04:19 Celtic’s unforced errors 05:12 “This team has no identity” 08:39 Celtic overrun in midfield 10:08 Tactical failure at Ibrox 14:22 Zero second-half shots on target 18:39 The same midfield problems 22:28 “Austria was the wake-up call” 24:33 What has to change? 28:32 Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic travel to Ibrox for a huge League Cup quarter-final against Rangers — with no away supporters inside the stadium and major selection decisions facing Martin O’Neill. In today’s Starting XI Prediction, we look at how Celtic should approach the first of a domestic double-header against Rangers, with the league meeting at Celtic Park following just seven days later. Celtic’s recent form has remained strong in terms of results, but there are still questions around the team’s defensive structure, particularly against the ball and through midfield. After the collapse in Austria and some open moments in recent domestic games, can Celtic tighten things up enough for a high-pressure derby at Ibrox? We also discuss Celtic’s record at Ibrox without away supporters, why the first goal could be crucial, Sam Johnstone’s chances of keeping his place in goal, the Trusty v Scales decision, Martin O’Neill’s midfield dilemma and what Celtic’s new-look front three could be. 🍀 In this episode: • Rangers v Celtic League Cup quarter-final preview • Celtic Starting XI Prediction • No away supporters at Ibrox • Celtic’s record at Ibrox with zero away fans • Why the first goal could be massive • Celtic’s recent form assessed • Concerns about Celtic against the ball • Can Celtic avoid being exposed through midfield? • Sam Johnstone or Sinisalo in goal? • Trusty v Scales at centre-back • Kieran Tierney returns • McGregor, Nygren, Baur or Oxlade-Chamberlain? • Why midfield is the biggest selection headache • Can Celtic press Rangers effectively? • Duran, Hassan and Kasper Høgh • Celtic’s threat on the counter attack • Martin O’Neill’s biggest team selection decisions Let us know your predicted Celtic XI and scoreline in the comments. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for Starting XI Predictions, post-match reaction, Celtic news, analysis and fan opinion throughout the season. #CelticFC CHAPTERS 00:00 Rangers v Celtic preview 01:05 Celtic’s record with no away fans 02:40 Form and derby context 03:45 Celtic’s defensive concerns 06:37 Starting XI Prediction 07:03 Goalkeeper decision 08:59 Defence and Tierney 11:29 Midfield dilemma 14:00 Predicted front three 17:03 Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic make it four wins from four after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over St Johnstone in Perth - but it was far from convincing. We react at full-time as Martin O’Neill’s much-changed Celtic side struggle to find their rhythm, particularly during a flat first half, before eventually finding the breakthrough after the interval. There were valuable minutes for several new and returning players, but plenty to discuss around Celtic’s lack of intensity, the press, how easily St Johnstone were able to play through midfield and whether the team is ready for the bigger tests ahead. We also look ahead to Sunday’s huge game against Rangers, the major selection decisions facing O’Neill and which players have done enough to force their way into the starting XI. Let us know your thoughts on Celtic’s performance in the comments. 🍀 SUBSCRIBE to Celtic Fans TV for more match reaction, previews, Starting XI predictions and discussion throughout the season. #CelticFC #SPFL #ScottishFootball CHAPTERS 00:00 Full-Time Reaction: St Johnstone 0-1 Celtic 00:44 Celtic’s Rotation & Difficult First Half 02:20 A Better Second Half - But Still Not Convincing 02:49 New Players Get Their Opportunity 03:37 Celtic’s Press & Midfield Problems 06:20 Defensive Concerns & The Breakthrough 07:09 Who Impressed in Perth? 08:13 Huge Selection Decisions for Rangers 10:34 Looking Ahead to Sunday’s Derby 12:04 Man of the Match Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic travel to Perth to face St Johnstone as Martin O’Neill’s side look to make it six wins from six in the Scottish Premiership. With Yang away on international duty, Kieran Tierney and Kasper Høgh returning to training and several new signings pushing for minutes, there are some big selection decisions ahead of Wednesday night. In this Starting XI Prediction, Paul looks at Celtic’s strongest team right now, whether Høgh comes straight back into the side, if Emil Durán could move to the left, the battle for places in midfield and whether Tierney should be risked ahead of Sunday’s League Cup quarter-final at Ibrox. We also look at St Johnstone’s start to the season, Celtic’s defensive vulnerabilities in transition and why tomorrow’s game has to come before any thoughts of Rangers. Who would you start in Perth? Let us know your Celtic XI in the comments. 🍀 Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV as we close in on 50,000 subscribers. #CelticFC #StJohnstone #SPFL #ScottishPremiership CHAPTERS 00:00 What is Celtic’s strongest XI? 00:16 St Johnstone v Celtic preview 01:28 Six wins from six? 02:02 O’Neill’s selection headaches 03:18 Who replaces Yang? 04:44 Tierney & Høgh fitness update 05:09 Goalkeeper decision 06:04 Right-back & defence 07:55 McGregor, Baur & midfield 09:03 Nygren’s off-ball problem 10:42 Hassan’s end product 11:40 Durán on the left? 13:17 Høgh back through the middle? 14:45 Final predicted XI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtic come from behind to beat St Mirren 2-1 in Paisley and maintain their perfect start to the Scottish Premiership season. Paul and Darren give their full-time reaction after a dramatic night at St Mirren Park, where Celtic trailed 1-0 at half-time before Liam Scales headed home the equaliser and Yang completed the comeback with the winning goal. We discuss a brilliant performance from Yang, Camilo Duran’s role in the winner, Celtic’s character after going behind and the threat St Mirren posed throughout an open and difficult game. There’s also plenty of discussion around the officiating and VAR, including Celtic’s disallowed first-half goal, the lengthy delay before the second half and the bizarre circumstances surrounding a late Celtic goal being ruled out after the referee was sent to the monitor. We also assess Hassan’s performance, Oliver Sørensen’s cameo, the impact of Celtic’s substitutions and how Martin O’Neill might reshape the attack when Yang departs. 🍀 In this episode: • St Mirren 1-2 Celtic full-time reaction • Celtic come from behind in Paisley • Liam Scales makes amends with the equaliser • Yang scores the winner • Why Yang was Celtic’s Man of the Match • Camilo Duran’s work for the winning goal • Celtic’s disallowed goals and VAR controversy • What happened with the late VAR check? • St Mirren’s threat on the counter attack • Colby Donovan’s difficult first half • Hassan’s end product questioned • Oliver Sørensen’s Celtic cameo • What Celtic do when Yang departs • Celtic maintain their perfect league start Let us know your Man of the Match and your thoughts on the performance in the comments. Subscribe to Celtic Fans TV for Celtic match reaction, previews, Starting XI Predictions, news and analysis throughout the season. #Celtic #CelticFC #StMirren #SPFL #Yang #ScottishFootball #CelticFansTV CHAPTERS 00:00 St Mirren 1-2 Celtic reaction 00:26 A hard-fought three points 01:52 Scales makes amends 02:17 Yang wins it for Celtic 03:16 Donovan improves after difficult start 04:12 Yang’s brilliant performance 06:05 Celtic’s chances to kill the game 06:49 VAR drama and disallowed goal 08:32 Mheuka’s impact 09:29 Hassan’s performance 11:49 Celtic lose momentum after substitutions 12:23 Sørensen cameo assessed 13:41 Man of the Match 15:56 Perfect league start continues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices