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Rhyl Journal
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Brendan Rodgers ‘so pleased' for James Forrest after he maintains Celtic run
Forrest maintained his record of scoring in every season since his debut late in 2009/10 when he finished at the near post to seal a 1-1 draw with St Mirren in the fourth minute of stoppage time in the final league match. The 33-year-old has now scored in 16 consecutive campaigns, emulating Paul McStay and Jimmy McGrory. Only Bobby Lennox and Jimmy McMenemy boast a longer run. Forrest picked the perfect moment – just before he walked out with the William Hill Premiership trophy to deliver the silverware to his team-mates. 'He's created the narrative,' Rodgers said. 'It was a brilliant way to end what has been a fantastic league campaign for us. 'We got there in the end and it was a wonderful feeling for James and for everyone in the stadium. I'm so pleased for him. 'I think at any level, but to do it at a club like this here and at any big club where there's pressures, it's a remarkable achievement. It's testament to him and his hunger, his desire, his professionalism, all the things that it takes to be a top player. 'You think as a wide player as well, at a club like this where there's a constant stream of wingers and people coming in to take your place. 1️⃣6️⃣🔥 The Streak Continues James Forrest has now scored in SIXTEEN consecutive seasons for #CelticFC 🍀 #FOURItsAGrandOldTeam — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 'There was so much goodwill for James to do it and you sensed it as the season came towards the end. 'But the noise was absolutely amazing. I think it would have happened earlier if he hadn't been injured this season, but absolutely amazing for him and his family and clearly for us and it gives the stadium a real good feeling.' Forrest injected some much-needed urgency and creativity into the team when he came on shortly after Jonah Ayunga's 51st-minute opener as the home fans raised a banner in his honour and sang 'Jamesy Forrest on the wing', having finally found a chant for the long-serving winger. 'That will warm his heart and his family's,' Rodgers said. 'Sometimes guys that come through the system, they can get taken for granted a little bit. People will be idolised that maybe have only been here for a season or a couple of seasons. 'But for him to be here all his career and all his life and perform to the level that he has, I'm so happy for him that he's getting this feeling now. 'It's not the end or his last game – he still can contribute a lot for us, and so it's really nice for him.' 😀💚The most decorated player in #CelticFC history!#FOURItsAGrandOldTeam🏆 — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 Forrest went on to receive a club-record 26th winners' medal and the man he overtook in the list, Lennox, was there to see it. 'It will mean a lot to James and I think that's significant Bobby being here,' Rodgers said. 'It was really, really nice and having been that record holder for so many years and passing the baton onto James, it's really special. So great for Bobby and we're thankful that he was able to come.' St Mirren were nine points adrift of fifth place at the split but they were heading for European football until Dundee United overturned Aberdeen's lead at Tannadice with two quickfire second-half goals. Manager Stephen Robinson said: 'We are unbeaten in the top six and I'm not sure when that might happen again for St Mirren. 'Three years in a row in the top six and fighting for European places. It's a good time to be a St Mirren fan and I'm proud to say I'm the manager of that group of boys.'
North Wales Chronicle
18-05-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Brendan Rodgers ‘so pleased' for James Forrest after he maintains Celtic run
Forrest maintained his record of scoring in every season since his debut late in 2009/10 when he finished at the near post to seal a 1-1 draw with St Mirren in the fourth minute of stoppage time in the final league match. The 33-year-old has now scored in 16 consecutive campaigns, emulating Paul McStay and Jimmy McGrory. Only Bobby Lennox and Jimmy McMenemy boast a longer run. Forrest picked the perfect moment – just before he walked out with the William Hill Premiership trophy to deliver the silverware to his team-mates. 'He's created the narrative,' Rodgers said. 'It was a brilliant way to end what has been a fantastic league campaign for us. 'We got there in the end and it was a wonderful feeling for James and for everyone in the stadium. I'm so pleased for him. 'I think at any level, but to do it at a club like this here and at any big club where there's pressures, it's a remarkable achievement. It's testament to him and his hunger, his desire, his professionalism, all the things that it takes to be a top player. 'You think as a wide player as well, at a club like this where there's a constant stream of wingers and people coming in to take your place. 1️⃣6️⃣🔥 The Streak Continues James Forrest has now scored in SIXTEEN consecutive seasons for #CelticFC 🍀 #FOURItsAGrandOldTeam — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 'There was so much goodwill for James to do it and you sensed it as the season came towards the end. 'But the noise was absolutely amazing. I think it would have happened earlier if he hadn't been injured this season, but absolutely amazing for him and his family and clearly for us and it gives the stadium a real good feeling.' Forrest injected some much-needed urgency and creativity into the team when he came on shortly after Jonah Ayunga's 51st-minute opener as the home fans raised a banner in his honour and sang 'Jamesy Forrest on the wing', having finally found a chant for the long-serving winger. 'That will warm his heart and his family's,' Rodgers said. 'Sometimes guys that come through the system, they can get taken for granted a little bit. People will be idolised that maybe have only been here for a season or a couple of seasons. 'But for him to be here all his career and all his life and perform to the level that he has, I'm so happy for him that he's getting this feeling now. 'It's not the end or his last game – he still can contribute a lot for us, and so it's really nice for him.' 😀💚The most decorated player in #CelticFC history!#FOURItsAGrandOldTeam🏆 — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 Forrest went on to receive a club-record 26th winners' medal and the man he overtook in the list, Lennox, was there to see it. 'It will mean a lot to James and I think that's significant Bobby being here,' Rodgers said. 'It was really, really nice and having been that record holder for so many years and passing the baton onto James, it's really special. So great for Bobby and we're thankful that he was able to come.' St Mirren were nine points adrift of fifth place at the split but they were heading for European football until Dundee United overturned Aberdeen's lead at Tannadice with two quickfire second-half goals. Manager Stephen Robinson said: 'We are unbeaten in the top six and I'm not sure when that might happen again for St Mirren. 'Three years in a row in the top six and fighting for European places. It's a good time to be a St Mirren fan and I'm proud to say I'm the manager of that group of boys.'
Leader Live
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Brendan Rodgers ‘so pleased' for James Forrest after he maintains Celtic run
Forrest maintained his record of scoring in every season since his debut late in 2009/10 when he finished at the near post to seal a 1-1 draw with St Mirren in the fourth minute of stoppage time in the final league match. The 33-year-old has now scored in 16 consecutive campaigns, emulating Paul McStay and Jimmy McGrory. Only Bobby Lennox and Jimmy McMenemy boast a longer run. Forrest picked the perfect moment – just before he walked out with the William Hill Premiership trophy to deliver the silverware to his team-mates. 'He's created the narrative,' Rodgers said. 'It was a brilliant way to end what has been a fantastic league campaign for us. 'We got there in the end and it was a wonderful feeling for James and for everyone in the stadium. I'm so pleased for him. 'I think at any level, but to do it at a club like this here and at any big club where there's pressures, it's a remarkable achievement. It's testament to him and his hunger, his desire, his professionalism, all the things that it takes to be a top player. 'You think as a wide player as well, at a club like this where there's a constant stream of wingers and people coming in to take your place. 1️⃣6️⃣🔥 The Streak Continues James Forrest has now scored in SIXTEEN consecutive seasons for #CelticFC 🍀 #FOURItsAGrandOldTeam — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 'There was so much goodwill for James to do it and you sensed it as the season came towards the end. 'But the noise was absolutely amazing. I think it would have happened earlier if he hadn't been injured this season, but absolutely amazing for him and his family and clearly for us and it gives the stadium a real good feeling.' Forrest injected some much-needed urgency and creativity into the team when he came on shortly after Jonah Ayunga's 51st-minute opener as the home fans raised a banner in his honour and sang 'Jamesy Forrest on the wing', having finally found a chant for the long-serving winger. 'That will warm his heart and his family's,' Rodgers said. 'Sometimes guys that come through the system, they can get taken for granted a little bit. People will be idolised that maybe have only been here for a season or a couple of seasons. 'But for him to be here all his career and all his life and perform to the level that he has, I'm so happy for him that he's getting this feeling now. 'It's not the end or his last game – he still can contribute a lot for us, and so it's really nice for him.' 😀💚The most decorated player in #CelticFC history!#FOURItsAGrandOldTeam🏆 — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 Forrest went on to receive a club-record 26th winners' medal and the man he overtook in the list, Lennox, was there to see it. 'It will mean a lot to James and I think that's significant Bobby being here,' Rodgers said. 'It was really, really nice and having been that record holder for so many years and passing the baton onto James, it's really special. So great for Bobby and we're thankful that he was able to come.' St Mirren were nine points adrift of fifth place at the split but they were heading for European football until Dundee United overturned Aberdeen's lead at Tannadice with two quickfire second-half goals. Manager Stephen Robinson said: 'We are unbeaten in the top six and I'm not sure when that might happen again for St Mirren. 'Three years in a row in the top six and fighting for European places. It's a good time to be a St Mirren fan and I'm proud to say I'm the manager of that group of boys.'
South Wales Guardian
17-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Brendan Rodgers ‘so pleased' for James Forrest after he maintains Celtic run
Forrest maintained his record of scoring in every season since his debut late in 2009/10 when he finished at the near post to seal a 1-1 draw with St Mirren in the fourth minute of stoppage time in the final league match. The 33-year-old has now scored in 16 consecutive campaigns, emulating Paul McStay and Jimmy McGrory. Only Bobby Lennox and Jimmy McMenemy boast a longer run. Forrest picked the perfect moment – just before he walked out with the William Hill Premiership trophy to deliver the silverware to his team-mates. 'He's created the narrative,' Rodgers said. 'It was a brilliant way to end what has been a fantastic league campaign for us. 'We got there in the end and it was a wonderful feeling for James and for everyone in the stadium. I'm so pleased for him. 'I think at any level, but to do it at a club like this here and at any big club where there's pressures, it's a remarkable achievement. It's testament to him and his hunger, his desire, his professionalism, all the things that it takes to be a top player. 'You think as a wide player as well, at a club like this where there's a constant stream of wingers and people coming in to take your place. 1️⃣6️⃣🔥 The Streak Continues James Forrest has now scored in SIXTEEN consecutive seasons for #CelticFC 🍀 #FOURItsAGrandOldTeam — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 'There was so much goodwill for James to do it and you sensed it as the season came towards the end. 'But the noise was absolutely amazing. I think it would have happened earlier if he hadn't been injured this season, but absolutely amazing for him and his family and clearly for us and it gives the stadium a real good feeling.' Forrest injected some much-needed urgency and creativity into the team when he came on shortly after Jonah Ayunga's 51st-minute opener as the home fans raised a banner in his honour and sang 'Jamesy Forrest on the wing', having finally found a chant for the long-serving winger. 'That will warm his heart and his family's,' Rodgers said. 'Sometimes guys that come through the system, they can get taken for granted a little bit. People will be idolised that maybe have only been here for a season or a couple of seasons. 'But for him to be here all his career and all his life and perform to the level that he has, I'm so happy for him that he's getting this feeling now. 'It's not the end or his last game – he still can contribute a lot for us, and so it's really nice for him.' 😀💚The most decorated player in #CelticFC history!#FOURItsAGrandOldTeam🏆 — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) May 17, 2025 Forrest went on to receive a club-record 26th winners' medal and the man he overtook in the list, Lennox, was there to see it. 'It will mean a lot to James and I think that's significant Bobby being here,' Rodgers said. 'It was really, really nice and having been that record holder for so many years and passing the baton onto James, it's really special. So great for Bobby and we're thankful that he was able to come.' St Mirren were nine points adrift of fifth place at the split but they were heading for European football until Dundee United overturned Aberdeen's lead at Tannadice with two quickfire second-half goals. Manager Stephen Robinson said: 'We are unbeaten in the top six and I'm not sure when that might happen again for St Mirren. 'Three years in a row in the top six and fighting for European places. It's a good time to be a St Mirren fan and I'm proud to say I'm the manager of that group of boys.'
Daily Mail
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Now Celtic bosses urge fans to steer clear of unofficial title party in major city centre
Celtic Football Club is encouraging fans not to take part in unofficial post-match celebrations today amid fears of disorder with an Orange Order event also taking place in the same city. An unofficial title party has been planned by fans to celebrate the club lifting the SPFL trophy. After the match against St Mirren at Parkhead at 12.30pm, fans are expected to gather in the Trongate/Merchant City area, however celebrations will clash with the Orange Order's VE Day 80th anniversary commemorations in the city. The club said yesterday that although it understands previous unofficial celebrations held in Glasgow were 'well intentioned', it is discouraging fans from attending this year due to concerns from local residents and city officials. A club statement said: 'Outside of Celtic Park, while we want to celebrate in style, we want to do so mindful of others and in a safe and responsible manner. 'The club would encourage supporters not to attend unlicensed large public gatherings, which do not have safety planning, facilities or infrastructure for supporters attending.' Police made 19 arrests as people gathered to celebrate Celtic's title win last May, with four officers injured during the disorder. On Thursday, Police Scotland Assistant Chief Constable Mark Sutherland said: 'We respect the right to public assembly, however it is everyone's responsibility to ensure their behaviour does not negatively impact businesses or those looking to enjoy our city. 'Please do not gather in large groups and be respectful of those around you.' A Glasgow City Council spokesman said on Thursday: 'These events and others like them have consistently led to disorder. 'Enjoy trophy day, but respect the city and your neighbours. 'Do not attend unsafe and disruptive gatherings in public places like Merchant City/Trongate.' Celtic said the club have been trying 'for some time' to come to an arrangement with city officials so fans have a designated venue to conduct celebrations.
