Welcome Guest [Log In] [Register]
Welcome to Kerrydale Street. We hope you enjoy your visit.

You're currently viewing our forum as a guest. This means you are limited to certain areas of the board and there are some features you can't use.

If you decide to register, please be aware that we don't accept email addresses from free web accounts like gmail, Hotmail, live.co.uk etc. Sorry, but almost all of the abuse and spam that we get is from free web accounts. The software on the forum will automatically block any requests using a free email account.

Upon Registration, you will be given access to all our varied Forums, and you will be expected to comply with our fairly stringent Rules and Regulations. Meantime, enjoy your visit

If you're already a member please log in to your account to access all of our features:

Username:   Password:
Add Reply
Brendan Rodgers; "I was born into Celtic"
Topic Started: 20 May 2016, 05:06 PM (2,287,756 Views)
allthewine
Club Captain
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Jinkys 7
14 Mar 2018, 01:40 PM
allthewine
14 Mar 2018, 11:05 AM


The criticism of Rodgers has been way over the top this season. In my opinion.
Just a tad.
:thumbsup:
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Zurawski 7
Member Avatar
Off treasure hunting in Holland
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Quote:
 
BRENDAN RODGERS has taken a swipe at linesman Douglas Ross over Jozo Simunovic’s sending off against Rangers.

The Celtic boss felt his defender’s dismissal for an elbow on Alfredo Morelos was justified.

But he questioned the assistant referee’s part in scenes that saw Willie Collum give the Hoops ace his marching orders after cameras captured Tory MSP Ross shouting “red card, red card”.

Rodgers said: “I think the linesman couldn’t wait to give it and that’s not his job.

“His job is to assist in the decision, not to make, and I think it was pretty clear he made the decision.

“But however it comes – deserved or not – you have to be ready as a team.

“And I think my team showed they were absolutely ready for it.

“They had eleven players, but we had ten soldiers in the game who were ready to fight, and we had the quality to see it through.

“It’s not as easy thing to do.

“Rangers went down to ten men and lost 5-1 to us. So it’s not easy.

“It is part of the game you have to prepare for.

“It’s a pressure situation and they have to be able to anticipate it and stay calm.

“I’m not trying to be clever – this is how we work from when I first came in.”
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/douglas-ross


Quote:
 
THE fallout from Russia’s initial nuclear attack on us, apparently coming any day now, won’t last as long as the aftermath of a Glasgow derby.

Just when you think every miniscule event from the match has been discussed to death, someone opens their mouth to keep the conversation going and going.

Step forward,Barry Ferguson, former Rangers captain and now a pundit, who claimed that Celtic were lucky during their win at Ibrox. Or “sheer luck” a phrase which appeared in his newspaper column.

“Okay…” said Rodgers with a smile when informed of what the bold Barry had been saying about a 3-2 away win over Rangers after going down to ten men for most of the second-half when Jozo Simunovic was sent off.

The Celtic manager didn’t quite gleefully rub his hands before presenting his own thoughts but he rather enjoyed his rebuttal.

Rodgers said: “In any game of football there is always an element of luck but I would think even Rangers supporters wouldn’t say that (Ferguson’s opinion); if you look at how we played and what we had to go through in the game.

“That’s the third time in the 20 months I have been up here when we’ve gone down to ten men. They were all away, at Pittodrie, Hamilton and Ibrox. In those matches, over the course of the time we were down to ten men, it has been 94 minutes; so virtually a game and extra-time we’ve played with ten.

“And in those games, when we were down a man, we scored four goals and conceded none. I don’t think that’s luck.

“Sunday was a great game, we had to show fighting qualities, we were up against it through our own mistakes. If you look at their two goals, the first one was a mistake from us, and the second wasn’t the best defending when a cross comes in but then, really, there was nothing.

“All they had was the Alfredo Morelos opportunity which he should score.

“Listen, Barry Ferguson is someone I don’t know. I’ve never met him so I can’t comment on him. I only know him as a player and I had great respect for him as a player. He clearly is very much Rangers, which I respect, and the win can hurt very much.

“But I think most supporters would admire our team and how we won, and I mean both sides, would not say we were lucky.”

And Rodgers wasn’t finished there.

He makes sure his players have all the knowledge required to deal when playing with a man down. Like some others he could have mentioned and duly did.

Rodgers said: “Winning with ten men is not as easy thing to do. Rangers went down to ten men and lost 5-1 to us. So it’s not easy. It is part of the game you have to prepare for. It’s a pressure situation and the players have to be able to anticipate it and stay calm. I’m not trying to be clever, this is how we work from when I first came in.

“I like my team to be disciplined. We want to win and win in the most sporting way we can.

“We’ve had three cards, two of them are from Willie Collum. Callum McGregor at Hamilton was never a sending off. Mikael had two yellows at Pittodrie so I can see that. There is an argument around what happened at Ibrox but I would say it was because his arm was bent.

“I think the linesman (Douglas Ross) couldn’t wait to give it and that’s not his job. His job is to assist in the decision, not to make, and I think it was pretty clear he made the decision. But however they come, deserved or not, you have to be ready as a team.

“And I think my team showed they were absolutely ready for it. They had eleven players but we had ten soldiers in the game who were ready to fight, and we had the quality to see it through.”
http://www.heraldscotland.com/Brendan_Rodgers
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
SloppyJoe
Member Avatar
First team training
[ *  *  * ]
Great words from Brendan there and a nice slap down for Barry as well
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Otis
Member Avatar
Has his boots and is available for selection
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
SloppyJoe
17 Mar 2018, 03:50 PM
Great words from Brendan there and a nice slap down for Barry as well
It's hardly a "slap-down", more, "ach, away and play, Barry, the grown-ups are talking."
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Micksabhoy
First-team starter
[ *  *  *  *  * ]
Otis
17 Mar 2018, 08:58 PM
SloppyJoe
17 Mar 2018, 03:50 PM
Great words from Brendan there and a nice slap down for Barry as well
It's hardly a "slap-down", more, "ach, away and play, Barry, the grown-ups are talking."
That also sounds like a slap down
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Zurawski 7
Member Avatar
Off treasure hunting in Holland
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
tomorrows papers have us linked with a summer move for angus gunn
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Bob Loblaw
Member Avatar
Off treasure hunting in Holland
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Zurawski 7
17 Mar 2018, 11:55 PM
tomorrows papers have us linked with a summer move for angus gunn
I’m sure one of the mods has been saying we’ll be after him.
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
HenkesGhod
Member Avatar
Club Captain
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Zurawski 7
17 Mar 2018, 11:55 PM
tomorrows papers have us linked with a summer move for angus gunn
Makes sense. We need a keeper, have good links with City, and his Scottish connections mean he'd consider us. Can see exactly why tabloids are linking us with him. I think since we've said we're signing Bain, and have DDV and Gordon on new contracts, that would be it as far as goalkeepers go though.
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Joseph D. Pistone
Member Avatar
Club Captain
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Otis
17 Mar 2018, 08:58 PM
SloppyJoe
17 Mar 2018, 03:50 PM
Great words from Brendan there and a nice slap down for Barry as well
It's hardly a "slap-down", more, "ach, away and play, Barry, the grown-ups are talking."
So a slap down then.
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Zurawski 7
Member Avatar
Off treasure hunting in Holland
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Quote:
 
The endurance test of a season for Kieran Tierney and James Forrest is unlikely to abate any time soon for a Celtic pair who have made more appearances than any others in European football this season.

Tierney will play his 54th game when Brendan Rodgers’ men visit Motherwell this afternoon, with Forrest in line for his 53rd outing. These numbers are possible, says the Celtic manager, because the 20-year-old full-back is an “iron man” while his team-mate has added a certain steel to his efforts.

“What’s been brilliant for James is the consistency of his training,” Rodgers said of a player who has consigned to the past issues over his fitness. “I always say to the players here when they sign a contract, you’re signing a training contract. I’ll decide whether you play or not. The money is in your bank every month but you’re to work and get better. The great thing with James is he’s getting better every day – his goals, his assists, his consistency.

“Tierney now has games in his legs but you have to manage him slightly differently, especially on the back of the last couple of seasons where he’s had periods out. The cycle has been broken naturally because of injuries. But eventually they want to churn out game after game after and then you take them out for a little bit.

“[But he doesn’t want that] and that’s what he is. And there are boys like that – they don’t know what to do if you give them a rest.

“Some of the older ones, you give them a breather for the weekend, they head off to London or Paris or wherever. Tierney would go to the Celtic game. He’d come and stand in the corner. He understands the importance of games. It’s a delicate one in relation to getting games and consistency and maturity.

“Also what I think is important in the modern game is pushing young players over the hill. Actually letting them feel a little bit when they suffer. So they’re not all ‘oh, you’re not feeling right? Then let’s cut it back.’ They might be a bit stiff, so flush it out and get on with it. Tierney has a great mindset, though, a tough boy, and he’s unique because he’s not only quick but robust.

“Normally the boys who are really fast are prone to injuries with glutes, hamstrings, but he’s got mechanics which allow him to run at high speed and do it repetitively. He trains like a beast, and he plays like one. I demand all players train like they play and he definitely does.”

Stuart Armstrong is different. His five-minute appearance from the bench in the 3-2 win at Ibrox was his first since an operation on a troublesome hernia in January.

Having signed a one-year extension in August following protracted negotiations, Armstrong is again in the situation he was when discussions began on a new deal this time last year. Yet, because of his limited impact in this campaign, there has been little hoopla about the possibility of him running down his contract – which Celtic seek to avoid as it risks losing players for a fraction of their worth. Tom Rogic and Dedryck Boyata are in similar situations, but Rodgers appears sanguine about the potential for player turnover created by players entering the final 12 months of their deals.

“Time goes quick doesn’t it?” said the Celtic manager. “I have talked to Stuart briefly on it. I just want to help Stuart become the best player he can be. He knows what he has here, He knows the opportunity he has here and I know he respects that.

“So I don’t tend to get bogged down too much with that. I have a strong relationship with him. I know what he thinks and we will just look to continue developing him.

“I tend not to worry about that [final year of the contract juncture]. When I was younger I used to think it was personal, but it’s football. Players have short careers; of course, I’d love them to stay here but there are numerous reasons – on both sides as there could be issues with the club as well – that doesn’t allow them to sign.”
https://www.scotsman.com/brendan-rodgers-hails
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
CARLOW BHOY
Member Avatar
Retired and now a BT Sports pundit
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Zurawski 7
18 Mar 2018, 12:29 AM
Quote:
 
The endurance test of a season for Kieran Tierney and James Forrest is unlikely to abate any time soon for a Celtic pair who have made more appearances than any others in European football this season.

Tierney will play his 54th game when Brendan Rodgers’ men visit Motherwell this afternoon, with Forrest in line for his 53rd outing. These numbers are possible, says the Celtic manager, because the 20-year-old full-back is an “iron man” while his team-mate has added a certain steel to his efforts.

“What’s been brilliant for James is the consistency of his training,” Rodgers said of a player who has consigned to the past issues over his fitness. “I always say to the players here when they sign a contract, you’re signing a training contract. I’ll decide whether you play or not. The money is in your bank every month but you’re to work and get better. The great thing with James is he’s getting better every day – his goals, his assists, his consistency.

“Tierney now has games in his legs but you have to manage him slightly differently, especially on the back of the last couple of seasons where he’s had periods out. The cycle has been broken naturally because of injuries. But eventually they want to churn out game after game after and then you take them out for a little bit.

“[But he doesn’t want that] and that’s what he is. And there are boys like that – they don’t know what to do if you give them a rest.

“Some of the older ones, you give them a breather for the weekend, they head off to London or Paris or wherever. Tierney would go to the Celtic game. He’d come and stand in the corner. He understands the importance of games. It’s a delicate one in relation to getting games and consistency and maturity.

“Also what I think is important in the modern game is pushing young players over the hill. Actually letting them feel a little bit when they suffer. So they’re not all ‘oh, you’re not feeling right? Then let’s cut it back.’ They might be a bit stiff, so flush it out and get on with it. Tierney has a great mindset, though, a tough boy, and he’s unique because he’s not only quick but robust.

“Normally the boys who are really fast are prone to injuries with glutes, hamstrings, but he’s got mechanics which allow him to run at high speed and do it repetitively. He trains like a beast, and he plays like one. I demand all players train like they play and he definitely does.”

Stuart Armstrong is different. His five-minute appearance from the bench in the 3-2 win at Ibrox was his first since an operation on a troublesome hernia in January.

Having signed a one-year extension in August following protracted negotiations, Armstrong is again in the situation he was when discussions began on a new deal this time last year. Yet, because of his limited impact in this campaign, there has been little hoopla about the possibility of him running down his contract – which Celtic seek to avoid as it risks losing players for a fraction of their worth. Tom Rogic and Dedryck Boyata are in similar situations, but Rodgers appears sanguine about the potential for player turnover created by players entering the final 12 months of their deals.

“Time goes quick doesn’t it?” said the Celtic manager. “I have talked to Stuart briefly on it. I just want to help Stuart become the best player he can be. He knows what he has here, He knows the opportunity he has here and I know he respects that.

“So I don’t tend to get bogged down too much with that. I have a strong relationship with him. I know what he thinks and we will just look to continue developing him.

“I tend not to worry about that [final year of the contract juncture]. When I was younger I used to think it was personal, but it’s football. Players have short careers; of course, I’d love them to stay here but there are numerous reasons – on both sides as there could be issues with the club as well – that doesn’t allow them to sign.”
https://www.scotsman.com/brendan-rodgers-hails
Great read :worthy:
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
martino
Member Avatar
Le Conseguenze Dell'Amore
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Zurawski 7
18 Mar 2018, 12:29 AM
Quote:
 
The endurance test of a season for Kieran Tierney and James Forrest is unlikely to abate any time soon for a Celtic pair who have made more appearances than any others in European football this season.

Tierney will play his 54th game when Brendan Rodgers’ men visit Motherwell this afternoon, with Forrest in line for his 53rd outing. These numbers are possible, says the Celtic manager, because the 20-year-old full-back is an “iron man” while his team-mate has added a certain steel to his efforts.

“What’s been brilliant for James is the consistency of his training,” Rodgers said of a player who has consigned to the past issues over his fitness. “I always say to the players here when they sign a contract, you’re signing a training contract. I’ll decide whether you play or not. The money is in your bank every month but you’re to work and get better. The great thing with James is he’s getting better every day – his goals, his assists, his consistency.

“Tierney now has games in his legs but you have to manage him slightly differently, especially on the back of the last couple of seasons where he’s had periods out. The cycle has been broken naturally because of injuries. But eventually they want to churn out game after game after and then you take them out for a little bit.

“[But he doesn’t want that] and that’s what he is. And there are boys like that – they don’t know what to do if you give them a rest.

“Some of the older ones, you give them a breather for the weekend, they head off to London or Paris or wherever. Tierney would go to the Celtic game. He’d come and stand in the corner. He understands the importance of games. It’s a delicate one in relation to getting games and consistency and maturity.

“Also what I think is important in the modern game is pushing young players over the hill. Actually letting them feel a little bit when they suffer. So they’re not all ‘oh, you’re not feeling right? Then let’s cut it back.’ They might be a bit stiff, so flush it out and get on with it. Tierney has a great mindset, though, a tough boy, and he’s unique because he’s not only quick but robust.

“Normally the boys who are really fast are prone to injuries with glutes, hamstrings, but he’s got mechanics which allow him to run at high speed and do it repetitively. He trains like a beast, and he plays like one. I demand all players train like they play and he definitely does.”

Stuart Armstrong is different. His five-minute appearance from the bench in the 3-2 win at Ibrox was his first since an operation on a troublesome hernia in January.

Having signed a one-year extension in August following protracted negotiations, Armstrong is again in the situation he was when discussions began on a new deal this time last year. Yet, because of his limited impact in this campaign, there has been little hoopla about the possibility of him running down his contract – which Celtic seek to avoid as it risks losing players for a fraction of their worth. Tom Rogic and Dedryck Boyata are in similar situations, but Rodgers appears sanguine about the potential for player turnover created by players entering the final 12 months of their deals.

“Time goes quick doesn’t it?” said the Celtic manager. “I have talked to Stuart briefly on it. I just want to help Stuart become the best player he can be. He knows what he has here, He knows the opportunity he has here and I know he respects that.

“So I don’t tend to get bogged down too much with that. I have a strong relationship with him. I know what he thinks and we will just look to continue developing him.

“I tend not to worry about that [final year of the contract juncture]. When I was younger I used to think it was personal, but it’s football. Players have short careers; of course, I’d love them to stay here but there are numerous reasons – on both sides as there could be issues with the club as well – that doesn’t allow them to sign.”
https://www.scotsman.com/brendan-rodgers-hails
Give Kieran a weekend off and he'd just come to the Celtic game as a fan :rocker:
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Hairytoes
Member Avatar
First-team captain
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
KT man love could easily get out of hand reading that. He did a great stint at Coatbridge Paddy's Day yesterday too.

Swoon.
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
smudgethecat
Member Avatar
First-team starter
[ *  *  *  *  * ]
Is it too soon for a statue of KT?
Online Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
CaltonBhoy1967
Member Avatar
Billy McNeill - "Mr Celtic"
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
martino
18 Mar 2018, 01:09 AM
Zurawski 7
18 Mar 2018, 12:29 AM
Quote:
 
The endurance test of a season for Kieran Tierney and James Forrest is unlikely to abate any time soon for a Celtic pair who have made more appearances than any others in European football this season.

Tierney will play his 54th game when Brendan Rodgers’ men visit Motherwell this afternoon, with Forrest in line for his 53rd outing. These numbers are possible, says the Celtic manager, because the 20-year-old full-back is an “iron man” while his team-mate has added a certain steel to his efforts.

“What’s been brilliant for James is the consistency of his training,” Rodgers said of a player who has consigned to the past issues over his fitness. “I always say to the players here when they sign a contract, you’re signing a training contract. I’ll decide whether you play or not. The money is in your bank every month but you’re to work and get better. The great thing with James is he’s getting better every day – his goals, his assists, his consistency.

“Tierney now has games in his legs but you have to manage him slightly differently, especially on the back of the last couple of seasons where he’s had periods out. The cycle has been broken naturally because of injuries. But eventually they want to churn out game after game after and then you take them out for a little bit.

“[But he doesn’t want that] and that’s what he is. And there are boys like that – they don’t know what to do if you give them a rest.

“Some of the older ones, you give them a breather for the weekend, they head off to London or Paris or wherever. Tierney would go to the Celtic game. He’d come and stand in the corner. He understands the importance of games. It’s a delicate one in relation to getting games and consistency and maturity.

“Also what I think is important in the modern game is pushing young players over the hill. Actually letting them feel a little bit when they suffer. So they’re not all ‘oh, you’re not feeling right? Then let’s cut it back.’ They might be a bit stiff, so flush it out and get on with it. Tierney has a great mindset, though, a tough boy, and he’s unique because he’s not only quick but robust.

“Normally the boys who are really fast are prone to injuries with glutes, hamstrings, but he’s got mechanics which allow him to run at high speed and do it repetitively. He trains like a beast, and he plays like one. I demand all players train like they play and he definitely does.”

Stuart Armstrong is different. His five-minute appearance from the bench in the 3-2 win at Ibrox was his first since an operation on a troublesome hernia in January.

Having signed a one-year extension in August following protracted negotiations, Armstrong is again in the situation he was when discussions began on a new deal this time last year. Yet, because of his limited impact in this campaign, there has been little hoopla about the possibility of him running down his contract – which Celtic seek to avoid as it risks losing players for a fraction of their worth. Tom Rogic and Dedryck Boyata are in similar situations, but Rodgers appears sanguine about the potential for player turnover created by players entering the final 12 months of their deals.

“Time goes quick doesn’t it?” said the Celtic manager. “I have talked to Stuart briefly on it. I just want to help Stuart become the best player he can be. He knows what he has here, He knows the opportunity he has here and I know he respects that.

“So I don’t tend to get bogged down too much with that. I have a strong relationship with him. I know what he thinks and we will just look to continue developing him.

“I tend not to worry about that [final year of the contract juncture]. When I was younger I used to think it was personal, but it’s football. Players have short careers; of course, I’d love them to stay here but there are numerous reasons – on both sides as there could be issues with the club as well – that doesn’t allow them to sign.”
https://www.scotsman.com/brendan-rodgers-hails
Give Kieran a weekend off and he'd just come to the Celtic game as a fan :rocker:
He does though and Rodger's knows that - When he was injured he was at every away game with his Dad but not in with the Toffs and players the Bold Kieran was in with the Troops. :rocker: :worthy:
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Larbertbhoy
Member Avatar
Everyone's Fantasy Football first pick
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
smudgethecat
18 Mar 2018, 08:55 AM
Is it too soon for a statue of KT?
No.
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
The Other L Hamilton
Occasional Substitute
[ *  *  *  * ]
HenkesGhod
17 Mar 2018, 11:57 PM
Zurawski 7
17 Mar 2018, 11:55 PM
tomorrows papers have us linked with a summer move for angus gunn
Makes sense. We need a keeper, have good links with City, and his Scottish connections mean he'd consider us. Can see exactly why tabloids are linking us with him. I think since we've said we're signing Bain, and have DDV and Gordon on new contracts, that would be it as far as goalkeepers go though.
Think we will stick with Gordon and Bain until Conor Hazard is ready. Gunn would be a good loan if either of the former move this summer.
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
Novelty_Bauble
Member Avatar
Considering retirement
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
smudgethecat
18 Mar 2018, 08:55 AM
Is it too soon for a statue of KT?
Not in Coatbridge.
Online Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
valiantbhoy
First team training
[ *  *  * ]
Just don’t get all the sideways passing around the back tactic when we’ve got the firepower we have we should be constantly attacking. The opposition must love it because it doesn’t hurt them one bit. It’s almost like he’s being very sporting in giving the opposition a chance.
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
georgiesleftpeg
Everyone's Fantasy Football first pick
[ *  *  *  *  *  *  * ]
Celtic Football Club

Verified account

@CelticFC
Following Following @CelticFC
More
🗣️ BR: "And nowadays, you’re at an advantage, I hear, when you have 10 men...So we did really well in that moment."
#MOTCEL

:lol:
Offline Profile Quote Post Goto Top
 
6 users reading this topic (5 Guests and 0 Anonymous)
Members: thenakattack
Go to Next Page
« Previous Topic · Celtic Football Club Discussion Forum · Next Topic »
Add Reply