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The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
McGregor's honest verdict on Celtic's pre-season progress
Celtic ended their pre-season preparations with a penalty shootout victory over Asian champions Al Ahli on Saturday night after a 1-1 draw in 90 minutes. "Pre-season has been good," skipper McGregor told Celtic TV. "Every season throws up different challenges of trying to get up to speed, trying to integrate new players and find the rhythm of the team. Read more: "At times it's looked really good and there are always bits we can brush up on. "It's been a good five or six-week block. The boys have worked really hard. "Everyone knows the objectives and we're ready to go. The big test for us will be next week. "We'll be ready for St Mirren. We know that they always give you a tough game. "You always have to try and get on the front foot early doors and impose yourself. "The start of the week will be nice and chilled, and then we'll ramp it up as we go. "We've been here a million times, so we know to expect. The players know what's expected of them as well, so come Sunday we have to be ready." Celtic travel back to Glasgow from Italy this evening. The players will be given a few days off before reporting back to Lennoxtown on Wednesday as flag day preparations ramp up.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Shin Yamada: I want to share more good moments with the fans
Last night (Saturday, July 27), Celtic rounded off their pre-season fixture schedule with a victory over Saudi Arabian side, Al-Ahli. With the scoreline level at 1-1 after 90 minutes, the game was settled by a penalty shootout, with the Bhoys firing five perfect spot-kicks beyond the Al-Ahli keeper to make the most of the advantage that Vil Sinisalo had secured by saving the Saudi Arabian side's third penalty. The winning penalty was scored by Shin Yamada, who made his first appearance for the Celts last night and, speaking to Celtic TV after the match, the Japanese forward reflected on last night's victory and how pleased he is to be a Celtic player. 'I'm glad to be a part of this Celtic team,' Shin said. 'And I'm happy to score the last goal to win the game. 'I wish I could have scored during the game, but in the end I contributed so it's good. 'The quality of the team is very high, so I'm enjoying the football side of things.' 'This is the first time I have moved to a different club, so I am enjoying that. 'The first league game is coming soon, and we'll play in different competitions, so I would like to score a lot of goals and share good moments with the fans.' Shin Yamada's post-match interview is available to watch below. Fixtures Al-Ahli Saudi FC Vs. Celtic - Sat, Jul 26th 2025, 20:30
The National
3 days ago
- Sport
- The National
Brendan Rodgers explains decision to change full Celtic XI vs Al Ahli
The Parkhead club were beaten 5-1 by Ajax on Thursday evening in their first Como Cup outing. Just 48 hours later, Rodgers' men are back in action, and such limited time between games means he has made several alterations. He told Celtic TV: "We've changed the team. "Obviously, playing Thursday and then playing again tonight, we have to change the team around. Read more: "It's going to be great fitness for the players, and of course, you always want to win. "I think the game the other night was the third of three tough games. We looked a little bit leggy by the end of it, but that's good, that's why you have this period of the season. And that's why you've got to just keep pushing through that. It's the same tonight." Celtic XI to face Al Ahli: Sinisalo, Johnston, Carter-Vickers, Trusty, Inamura, Bernardo, McCowan, Engels, Forrest, Tilio, Kenny. Subs: Schmeichel, Doohan, Rice, Scales, Nygren, Idah, Yang, Yamada, Osmand, Summers, Maeda, Hatate, McGregor, Murray, Donovan, Ralston, Welsh, Tierney. Al Ahli starting XI: Mendy, Rayan, Demiral, Ibanez, Dams, Eid, Kessie, Fahad, Mahrez, Galeno, Toney. Subs: Al-sanbi, Abdo, Bakor, Al-Hurayji, Sumayhan, Al-Buraikan, Yaseen, Majrashi, Balaboid, Ziyad jr, Ramiz, Khaibari, Ayman, Saint-Maximin.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Como Cup coming up LIVE on Celtic TV
Celtic wrap up their pre-season preparations this week with a trip to Italy to take part in the Como Cup and you can watch every moment live and exclusive on Celtic TV!The Bhoys head to Italy full of confidence after a dominant 4-0 victory over Newcastle United at Paradise on Saturday. Next up, Brendan Rodgers' side face Ajax in the opening round of the tournament tomorrow (July 24, 7.30pm KO). In the other fixture, Como take on Al-Ahli, with Celtic set to play one of those teams on Saturday or Sunday. Celtic TV subscribers will have exclusive live access to both matches, along with behind-the-scenes content and interviews from camp. Don't miss a minute – subscribe today and follow all the action live on Celtic TV!Pre-season on Celtic TV Watch Como Cup fixtures LIVE worldwide Exclusive training camp coverage Behind-the-scenes access, features & interviews Your first look at new signings in action Watch the Returning Champions worldwide, only on Celtic TV. Subscribe Now Overseas subscribers can keep up with the Bhoys all season and watch all SPFL, League Cup, and Scottish Cup matches live, from only £14.99 per in the UK & Ireland can take out an annual subscription from £50 and watch our remaining pre-season games live. Live audio commentary will be available for all domestic and European matches, with full match replays available on-demand later in the Celtic TV subscriptions also include superb behind-the-scenes access from our Lennoxtown Training Centre and exclusive content from our Women's with subscription prices frozen for an eighth straight season, there's never been a better time to join Celtic TV and follow the Bhoys every step of the AFC Ajax Vs. Celtic FC - Thu, Jul 24th 2025, 19:30
Daily Record
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Craig Gordon and Summer Harl's relationship from Celtic colleagues to blended family
The couple, who met at Celtic Football Club, tied the knot in an intimate ceremony last week. Craig Gordon and his fiancee Summer Harl tied the knot in an intimate ceremony last week after being together for eight years. Yesterday, former Celtic TV presenter Summer shared the news that she and the Hearts goalkeeper had got married surrounded by their friends and family. She wrote: "Mr & Mrs Gordon. 17.07.25. We did it!" The couple share two young sons together, Ace and Axel, and also two daughters from Craig's previous marriage. Let's take a look back at their relationship timeline after they met while both working for Celtic Football Club... Meeting at Celtic Craig and Summer initially met when they both worked at Celtic TV. Craig was the club's goalkeeper and Summer was the main host of Celtic TV. They didn't start dating until after Summer departed her role. When the now dad-of-four left the club, Summer paid tribute to him on Instagram and shared a sweet snap of them both in the Celtic TV studio. She penned: "Hard to put six years into a caption, especially after you did it so eloquently. "But I'm so proud of all you have achieved. You arrived as someone who had just spent two years out, unsure of how things would go. You leave with some incredible memories and as the most decorated goalkeeper the club has had. "It's been amazing to watch you do this. From the Celtic TV studio, from the stands, and from our home. Thank you for letting me be part of this story. An Invincible, and a great pro... it's been quite the comeback CG. Here's to you, and to what awaits... we love you." Blended family Before Craig and Summer got together, he and his ex-wife Jennifer welcomed two daughters, Emma and Freya. After they split and Craig met Summer, she took on the role of stepmother to the two girls, and she has regularly shared updates about their life as a blended family on her social media profiles. Summer has an incredible relationship with the girls and is often seen on Instagram taking them to concerts and other outings. Speaking about Mother's Day previously, Summer said: "We all know you don't need to be a mother to really be a mother. Sometimes we give too much credit to biology. Parenthood requires love, not DNA. There are the most incredible people leading, inspiring, nurturing, and mothering in all kinds of ways. "Teachers, carers, friends, nurses, step-parents, godparents, doctors and fathers going it alone - they all mother us. And so on this Mother's Day, if you're one of those people - celebrate yourself for offering a little slice of mothering to whoever is in your life!" Before they welcomed their sons, Summer told her followers that the couple had been trying for a baby for 'quite some time'. In a blog post she answered a question asking if the pair were planning on having kids together, and she revealed she suffered from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) so had faced some challenges. Summer said: "Yes absolutely, We would love to grow our family. We have been trying for quite a long time. I have PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome) so we have been working our way through that for almost a year. It's really tough, but something that will work out one day." In April 2021, Craig and Summer welcomed their son Ace and in April the following year they announced that they were expecting another child. Axel Ever Gordon was born in September 2022. The blended family of six are often spotted on Summer's Instagram enjoying family trips, holidays and days out. Intimate wedding In January 2023, Summer revealed that the pair had gotten engaged in a sweet post. Sharing a video with the caption 'Mrs Gordon to be', the clips shows the couple's two sons and Craig's daughters slowly removing their hands one-by-one to reveal a beautiful sparking oval shaped halo ring. The couple got engaged in secret in December 2022 just days before Craig suffered a horrific injury after breaking both his legs. In the post, Summer wrote: "Just over a month ago, all these hands - big and small, had a hand in the BEST moment. 21.12.22. "A lot has happened since, and almost immediately after, so we decided to hold off celebrating for a bit, but sharing this (happier) news with family and friends has been so lovely. YES x 1,000,000. "Mrs Gordon to be! X" And just last night, Summer announced that they tied the knot surrounded by their nearest and dearest. The bride wore a gorgeous short blazer style dress, whilst groom Craig wore a smart black tuxedo. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! 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