Celtic Underground

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We’ve been here before - disputes between fans and The Board and for those us old enough to remember, the names of the protagonists are seared in our memories. The Kelly’s, The Whites, The Grants, The Weisfelds, Brian Dempsey and Fergus McCann. Just like today, everyone was a Celtic fan and just like today all had different visions of who would achiev…

40 years was one of Celtic’s most celebrated league triumphs. It was a day when the club’s biggest hero was not wearing green-and-white.

This is the story of Albert Kidd and 1986.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com

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In this week’s episode the bhoys take stock of our recent run of results and what it means for the title race. While a strong winning streak has pushed Celtic into a commanding position, the discussion is far from complacent. Injuries, squad depth, and recurring tactical questions remain key talking points. The bhoys deliberate on whether Celtic are peaking at the right time or simply getting the job done.

The consensus is that momentum is with Celtic, but the margin for error remains slim and how we navigate the final run of games will determine whether this season ends in success or frustration.

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45 years ago (25 April 1981) was a small piece of Celtic history. For the first time, the Bhoys received the League trophy in an on-field presentation.

The way things are going, that might not be an issue this season!

This latest podcast tells the story of Celtic and the League trophy.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com

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This week Andrew is joined by a couple of voices you’ll have heard before but not on the regular main podcast as Stephen and Keith join him to talk up the chances of an incredible double. The 6 goals (4 in jig time in extra time) have buoyed up the bhoys and they look positively forward whilst drawingon positive memories.

Five 1-0 victories is all we’d need.

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Andrew sums up this chat right at the start when he talks about organisations like The Kano Foundation being the best of us. Most match goers will be aware of the section at the front of the Lisbon Lions stand that houses loud and enthusiastic kids every week and most will know that they are there with the Kano Foundation. For a large section of our support there is little knowledge and understanding of who this group is and the work involved in organising these visits. If you want to know more, listen is.

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In this episode, Andrew is joined by Saint Anthony to take a hard look at the current state of the club, with a focus on recent performances that have raised serious concerns about structure, cohesion, and identity. The discussion highlights a team that appears disjointed and short of ideas, with midfield imbalance, a worrying lack of creativity, and a growing goal drought compounding the issues. Player form and fitness come under scrutiny, from struggling confidence levels to questions about squad depth, while tactical adjustments, or the lack of them, are examined in detail.

Beyond the pitch, the conversation turns to bigger-picture concerns around coaching, recruitment, and the possibility of managerial change.

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Celtic have had many dramatic title wins. But 110 years ago to day (in 1916), the Bhoys had to play two games in one day to become champions.

This latest podcast tells the story of these unusual events.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com

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In May 1971, it was time for Celtic to say farewell to the men that won the European Cup.

For the final time, the Lisbon Lions XI walked out together onto the pitch. This latest podcast tells the story of that momentous day.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com

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When people think of five-a-side football, they probably associate this with friends playing for fun and to get fit.

However, in Celtic history, five-a-side football was often an important part of the club’s experiences.

This is the story of the five-a-side Celts.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com

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