This lad has had to fight harder than anybody to earn his spot and he’s shown continually that he’s up to the task!
Warrior’s performance…today, the Jersey fits just right & it’s his to lose!
Well done lad! 🍀🍀🍀
Jo Venglos signed a certain Slovakian 33yr old because he knew what he could do…
Ange signed a 31 yr old chap called Aaron cos he knew what he could do mate….
Brendan is signing a 37yr old international, premier league winning keeper because he kno….oh you get the rest! 🍀🍀
The 37yr old ‘has been’ goalkeeper that my club is about to sign did, if I’m not mistaken, just play every one of his country’s matches at Euro2024….
(Checks calendar…its 2024)
A proven winner, international goalkeeper, experienced & still hungry!
Remind you of anyone?🍀😉
Sometimes you put aside the pain of what you are losing in favour of the great memories & the success you found together!
Best of luck Matt…you’ve been a genuine privilege to watch & we wish you all the best! 🍀💚🍀
15 years together….2 kids, a dog, a cat, a mortgage….unlimited love!
No matter what else happens in your life, never forget to appreciate what you already have close to you!
❤️❤️❤️
Bit of a poignant one, in 2018 I was undergoing treatment for a nasty but mercifully treatable variant of the big ‘C’
My little boy reminds me to always appreciate how lucky I am & how many have it so much worse!
Please, cherish those closest & appreciate every moment! 💚🙏🏻💪🏻
14 years ago today I married my best friend
@looneysh80
We’re a bit greyer, a touch wider, definitely dafter…..but I wouldn’t swap a single day with you!
My absolute rock, now & always! 💚💍
Best run club….nah…..best run business….nah….best run sports franchise…..NAH!
I’ll tell you one thing though, board, business & crusty old farts aside….
We have the BEST SUPPORTERS IN THE WORLD and by God they deserve better!
Bad times don’t last…good people do! 🍀💚
Movie night with my favourite little guy! 🫶
Honestly, wherever you are, whatever the circumstance…cherish those closest to you & appreciate every moment! 🍀💚
I’m not going to be drawn into these silly immature games of who’s in Europe, who’s knocked out, etc…
I’d never stoop so low…..
Anyway, dinner time 🇺🇦🐔🍗
If we hold out for the win here I’ll be delighted but let’s be absolutely clear on one thing!
If you throw objects at or abuse opposition players you are a disgrace to our club & you have no place amongst our support!
Disgusting! 🤬
Incredibly proud of this man… a supreme effort & a struggle many can relate to so it’s important to recognise milestones such as this!
Love ya big guy! 💪🏻💚🫶
Im 1 year sober today.
If anyone out there is struggling with addiction, I never thought I'd pass a week. The fight is hard, but the light is worth fighting for.
One day at a time.
#ODAAT
The Sarah Everard documentary outlines the importance that as men, we must not only hold ourselves accountable for the fear that many women feel but we must ensure our sons learn the values to build a better legacy, one based on compassion, integrity & respect!
#saraheverard
🙏🏻❤️
Meeting a true living legend although my wife could also lay claim to that title by coming along with me on her birthday of all days! 💚
Great event with
@PaulJohnDykes
& the
@ACSOMPOD
team!
Martin O’Neill, we are forever grateful 🍀🍀🍀
@AfricanArchives
It took 60 years for a pardon she would never see! That’s not justice, nor atonement! She must be remembered not just as a victim of prejudice, but as a strong & brave lady who took a stand against injustice knowing full well the price she would ultimately pay! A hero! 🙏🏻
An absolute privilege to be in the company of these two gents!
Bonafide legends who lived the dream with stories I could listen to for hours on end!
Wonderful
@ACSOMPOD
event in beautiful Dunoon with
@PaulJohnDykes
,
@BrattbakkJimOrr
& the most amazing supporters! 💚🍀👏🏻🏆
Outstanding from the Ghirls….massive congratulations to the whole team, our captain
@kellyclark_94
, our manager
@elenasadiku
& all the players!
We are so proud of you all!
HH 🍀🍀💚💚
Some things transcend football but in the same vein, sometimes football brings us closer to those we love!
Never take for granted moments shared with those we care about the most 💚💚💚
Sending nothing but love to Doug & his father! 🍀🍀💚💚
My dad has Stage 4 Cancer. He’s endured the most horrific few weeks. Thank you
@CelticFC
for today.
@ChrisSutton77
you’re his favourite pundit. Shh listen to big Chris haha
I don’t know how many more games we have together but this was magical!
#fuckcancer
#CelticFC
#Celtic
🍀 "It really sent out a message to the supporters that the team are willing to fight..."
James McKenzie from A Celtic State of Mind looks back on that 7-1 win against Dundee 🔽
He’s got about 10 years on me but looks like he’s chiselled from marble! 🤣
Absolutely wonderful
@ACSOMPOD
live event tonight which let me meet one of my sporting heroes in the incredibly humble, insightful & charming Johan Mjallby!
Fabulous event I was privileged to attend!🍀
Rare old picture (early 90s) of my Dad & Great Uncle at Celtic Park holding the European Cup as part of the tour! They also got to meet the great Tommy Burns that day! 🍀🍀🍀
@McLaughlin_1888
@Boola_vogue
@PaulJohnDykes
(Check the ties tucked into the trousers 🤣)
Very proud of
@asimrabbani
who today showed bravery & compassion in speaking very eloquently on a sensitive & divisive issue!
Standing in defiance of a regime (not a people or race) responsible for loss of life on such a catastrophic is never anything but worthwhile!
🙏🏻💚🍀🫱🏽🫲🏻
It’s not politics,it’s not a conflict,it’s a genocide.We can’t be dictated to when politics can and cannot be involved in football. Standing up for the oppressed is something we should be proud of and not vilified for.This has nothing personal to do with Abada or decent Israelis!
Great win for the Hoops & a privilege to be on the matchday show with
@PaulJohnDykes
today!
Still finding my feet (working on slowing down & saying “y’know” a LOT less) but really great to be part of the team!
More importantly, we got two up front & we’re still in the cup! HH
Anyone who thinks they are big tough hard “men” for berating & posting derogatory & often toxic insults towards
@ionafyfe
&
@JaneyGodley
….take a good long look at yourself in the mirror! If you don’t like the contents, don’t post! It ain’t rocket science! Leave them be!
A behind the scenes pose (read failed attempt at looking cool) at the inaugural
@ACSOMPOD
latest weekly show featuring the ever impressive
@citizentommy
& a bonafide Celtic legend in Jackie McNamara 🍀🍀🍀
Check it out tomorrow evening…it’s a good one! 👍🏻🍀💚
#thisisacsom
Very proud of my ACSOM colleagues in tackling this subject….this is a sensitive subject that resonates with many, listeners & contributors alike!
Real respect for
@yogijunior3
for his open & honest perspective!
As we often say, somethings do transcend football! 💚💚💚
Personally, this was a difficult
@ACSOMPOD
for me.
@PaulJohnDykes
bravely, but unexpectedly, brought up the boys club case. An issue that has real personal resonance. Fair play to my other compadre
@PMcG2112
who has an old head on young shoulders.
Some things transcend football…even when it comes to Celtic!
Don’t ever underestimate a parent’s love for their child!
Keep on little man…we’re all proud of you! 🍀💚💪🏻
Huge thank you to
@PaulJohnDykes
for having Jamie on today to discuss wee Jamie, we are forever grateful for all the support and Wee J had a great day 💚
I know I was there to see Johan but I couldn’t pass up the chance to meet these two stalwarts of the
@ACSOMPOD
…truly great guys
@asimrabbani
&
@lloydybhoy90
Thanks bhoys for taking the time & being so accomodating! Two absolute gentlemen! HH 🍀🍀
Almost 15 years together….a Wedding, two kids, a dog, a cat, waaaay too much wine….but we are still going strong!
Happy Valentine’s Day to the only woman on earth crazy enough to put up with me! 💚😘
Good Morning! Wishing all my fellow Hoops fans a fantastic day!
It’s been a long, tough but ultimately successful season with one more big game to go!
Let’s get behind the Bhoys to bring the cup back to Paradise!
Enjoy the game, stay safe & above all C’mon the Hoops! 🍀💚🏆
Y’know what I’ve had a fucking bad day dealing with a bunch of trumped up arseholes & I’m frankly sick of it! If you want to come after someone to bully, abuse or discriminate against….come at me! My face is there for all to see unlike the bulk of you faceless cowards! Bring it!
@yogijunior3
I’m actually encouraged by the fact we’ve agreed to pay that amount!
It’s a high amount for us yes but it is representative of the pricing structure of the player market we are shopping in!
At least it’s an informed, low risk purchase…and should keep the manager happy! 👍🏻🍀
We didn’t just sign a Goalie….we signed a winner & that’s what Joe Hart brought to the table!
Thanks for the memories Joe….now let’s bring it home one last time!
🍀🍀💚💚🏆🏆
Well, last week as a 42 year old! Got a great week coming up…got a fab meal with an amazing lady I was astoundingly lucky to marry, then the Celtic Park tour & meal, then I finally get to a live ACSOM event & meet some great guys! Cheers all!
@PaulJohnDykes
@JerryTaylorAyr
One for you
@PaulJohnDykes
30 years apart & this remains my personal favourite CelticFC top…possibly because it was the first & last one my Dad bought me! Think I’ll be dusting it off for this season! 🍀🍀🍀😉
Always grateful to be able to spend time with the man who taught me everything worth knowing in life!
(Still insists on buying the first pint)
Thanks Dad! 🍀💚
It never ceases to amaze me how far & wide Celtic can connect people!
@yataoda4
&
@trevor8sinclair
are part of the Celtic family along with many others & I for one, am grateful for each & every fellow fan I’ve got to know over the years! HH 🍀🍀🍀
For me who has no roots in Scotland, always feel like miracle that I was able to connect with many Celtic supporters, but this thing is also special to me who's football fan. I know your enthusiasm for Celtic well and can't help but get excited🍀
@trevor8sinclair
Do you like Football
Do you like Celtic FC
Do you like a sense of community
Do you like good craic
Do you like having fun
Do you have a Celtic State of Mind
Then this is worth getting excited for…..🍀🍀🍀
Genuinely delighted to be on the post-match TITLE WINNING 🏆
@ACSOMPOD
tonight!
It’s an absolute privilege to be part of this team & the ACSOM community & nights like tonight are simply on another level!
Thank you to all who take the time to listen & support ACSOM! HH 💚🍀💚🍀
Ahead of the
@ACSOMPOD
Celtic Select vs.
@StRochsJuniors
Centenary match tomorrow! Our goalie
@JerryTaylorAyr
has been taking a fair bit of ribbing on here from the Candy but my wee bhoy has his back! Mon’ the Acsom 🍀💪🏻💚
Wee Jamie has finally done all his treatment.I am so proud of him. Fly home on Monday & that will be 25 days away from home . He’s had blood took & 2 infusions since we have arrived in Mexico. Thankyou to everyone for all the kind & supportive messages 💚💪
Always an absolute pleasure to be on the
@ACSOMPOD
with not one, but two legends in
@PaulJohnDykes
&
@yogijunior3
Bit of recruitment, yet more wing discussion & the enigma that is Jamesy Forrest….oh and 90s fitba hairstyles! 🤣
Great craic as always Bhoys! 🍀🍀
2 things….
1st, a huge thank you to everyone who tuned in, gave kind comments & continue to be supportive of my fumbling recent efforts on
@ACSOMPOD
, you guys are the best! 🫶
2nd, huge gratitude to
@asimrabbani
who is the best support & wingman a guy could ask for! 🤜🏻🤛🏽
💚💚
@asimrabbani
Oh FFS….I’ve lived in Scotland for my entire 43 years!
At no point was I ever worried, intimidated, nor concerned about differences in skin colour, religion, race or creed!
How about we judge on individual actions & leave good people to be just that, good people. ❤️🤜🏻🤛🏽🫶
@KeneAkers
Amazing portrayal of Benjamin O. Davis of the Tuskagee airmen! A great film & a great actor….the real life unsung heroes would’ve been proud!
RIP Andre ♥️♥️♥️
@cazligan
@ionafyfe
She’s a multi-award winning artist with several published albums, an extensive fan-base & international recognition, multiple accolades for her work in promoting Scots language & a national director of traditional music & song association! I think she’ll be just fine 🤣
Always a real pleasure to be asked on the show alongside
@PaulJohnDykes
especially when we come away with a hard fought win!
Even when times are toughest,
@ACSOMPOD
& all our viewers is the best distraction…you guys rock!
On to the next match! HH 💚🍀🍀💚
@lorrainemking
The act itself was completely abhorrent but the lack of contrition is almost as inexcusable! He could have taken accountability for his actions, apologised & promised to improve his behaviour but his refusal to do so highlights a bigger problem than that one act alone! 😡
Would signing Idah & Bernardo in the next few days qualify as ‘exciting’ or ‘as expected’?
I’m not sure either signing (as welcome and strong as both are on their own merits) really demonstrates the meaningful progress much of the fanbase expects!
@mikecmorgan
Forgive me but didn’t Dr Shola simply highlight that profiling of Letby led to an assumption of innocence in a similar way that many in the black community globally suffer profiling which assumes guilt without evidence? Seems a reasonable assessment to me & backed by many experts
@mikecmorgan
I’m sorry, I’ve attended dozens of similar competitions with my daughter over the years & there is no excuse for this! I cannot fathom how this was allowed to occur and even in the event of a genuine mistake, not highlighted & rectified immediately! The optics are bad here! 😥
Another fantastic guest & appropriate that we follow Jackie Mac with his best mate!
@SimonDonnelly13
is yet another bonafide legend & brought some great stories to the table!
Also joined by
@StephenwCraig
who is doing amazing work in the community!
Roll on Friday 🍀💚🍀💚👏🏻
🎥 Episode 2 of THIS IS ACSOM with SIMON DONNELLY is in the can!
📺 Watch Episode 1 with JACKIE MCNAMARA in full here:
🎟️ Tickets to see Jackie, Stan Petrov & Alan Thompson with ACSOM in Glasgow are ON SALE NOW:
@JaneyGodley
Inspirational, funny & foremost, a very human lady who has never claimed to be all knowing, perfect or righteous but instead puts herself in the firing line to support many others who are subject to abuse…all while giving Cancer a very Scottish type of Ar$e kicking! Top Lass! 🏴
Lots to like about today’s game but may I just take a moment to say….. “I’ll give you a hug in the car park” may be my favourite Derby moment of all time
@chris_sutton73
🤣👏🏻🍀💚
ACSOM hotseat today but lucky to be joined by
@PatrickMcGilp
&
@yogijunior3
to discuss the possibility of Matt leaving, Reo leaving, Kyogo leaving, our sanity leaving…..
We get a Yogi rant, a Patrick Perspective & me accidentally banning folks (again)🤦🏻♂️
@CelticFCJPN
I understand Japanese fans want to see their national players in the biggest league but I’d counter that our club has a great record in developing players, giving them exposure in Europe & eventually allowing them to move on! Plus they’ll never be more valued than at Celtic park!
Always a pleasure to be on
@ACSOMPOD
with
@BrattbakkJimOrr
….however the pressure was on for my 1st time hosting on behalf of
@PaulJohnDykes
As expected, Jim made it easier for me than it might’ve been…absolute Orracle indeed! 💚🍀
Hope it was ok for you guys! 🍀🫶🍀
Y’know what……GET IN THERE! 🍀
We’ve only gone & done the Double!
THANK YOU to
@PaulJohnDykes
& all the guys at
@ACSOMPOD
for letting me be a part of the team this season….and thanks everyone who has listened to me waffle on yet stuck by us throughout!
Hail Hail 🏆🏆💚💚
Great to round off the week on the
@ACSOMPOD
with the ‘Swindon Supernova’
@SwindonCSC
& ‘Statmaster’
@Alan_Morrison67
We talk incomings, outgoings, transfer fees, ugly players…& that’s just the ACSOM team🤣
Warm up & remember to tune in for THIS IS ACSOM episode 2 tonight🍀👍🏻
@Kwajotweneboa
Proof if ever it was needed that context is so important before judgement! Great to see the young man joining in the festivities & good on the dancers for being so inclusive! 💃🕺🏼
Great to be on
@ACSOMPOD
today with
@PaulJohnDykes
ahead of the big cup tie!
Club structure, the left wing, James Forrest, & why I’m not a manager all discussed at length! 🤣
Also a good chance to reflect on the positive impact ACSOM has had on myself & others! 🙏🏻
HH💚🍀