The Cynic Weekly – 18.02.2026

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic, reflecting on a dramatic recent performance against St Mirren and looking ahead to the next crucial league fixture as the season reaches its defining stretch.Key discussion points:• What recent performances say about Celtic’s ability to deliver in big moments • Inconsistency, structure and whether the team has a clear identity• Standout contributions from key players and impact subs• The James Forrest debate and the value of experience in the squad• Recruitment analysis across different managers and what’s gone wrong• Media narratives and attempts to “rewrite” recent history• Early transfer links, including goalkeeper options• Fan action, atmosphere and the mood around the club• Predictions and key players ahead of the next fixture🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic and look ahead to the upcoming game against St. Mirren in the Scottish Cup.The panel break down what the win against St Mirren at the weekend tells us, while off-field noise ramps up. Attention also turns to the summer, with discussion around transfer targets, squad gaps and Celtic’s strongest XI as things stand.Key discussion points:• What the St Mirren win reveals about Celtic’s current level• Standout performers and areas still lacking• The mood around the club heading into the split• Boardroom change and shifting dynamics off the pitch • Media criticism and how fair it really is• Early transfer links and positions needing strengthened• What we want to see in the next St Mirren clash🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Boud, Stuart and Scott as Celtic head into the final stretch of the season with the title race on a knife edge. With the post-split fixtures now confirmed, the panel dig into what lies ahead and whether this team has what it takes to get over the line.The return of the Green Brigade, ongoing concerns around performances and the general chaos of the title race all add to a tense and unpredictable end to the campaign.We also give details of The Cynic LIVE SHOW – taking place in May.Key discussion points:• Full breakdown of the post-split fixtures and title run-in• Are Celtic actually in the strongest position despite the table?• Where points could be won and lost across the final games• Concerns over away form• How much this season will shape the club’s direction next year• The return of the Green Brigade and its potential impact• Media narratives and the noise surrounding the title race• Some fun Celtic-related games to finish the podcast🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Barry, Boud and Stuart as Celtic return from the international break with their title hopes hanging by a thread. The panel assess a faltering campaign and question whether this team has anything left to give.They also cover key injury updates, squad concerns, and what needs to happen for Celtic to stay alive in the race.Key discussion points:• Celtic’s title chances rated—how low can you go?• A brutally honest assessment of the team’s form and mentality• Why even a perfect run might not be enough• The impact of injuries and returning players ahead of the split• Concerns over creativity, consistency and squad quality• Fixture run-in scenarios and where the title could be won or lost• Some Fun Celtic related games to finish the podcast🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall has a candid one-on-one with Martin from The Green Brigade, unpacking the ongoing ban and why negotiations appear to be breaking down.The episode explores disputed club demands and the wider impact on fans. It also raises serious questions about the future of organised fan culture at Celtic Park.Topics covered:Current status of the Green Brigade banCeltic’s demands and points of contentionBreakdown in negotiations and lack of “good faith” engagementRole of the Safety Advisory Group (SAG)Tensions with Police Scotland and matchday policing issuesImpact on affected supportersAtmosphere and fan culture at Celtic ParkPotential implications for season ticket renewalsConcerns over wider targeting of organised supporter groupsThe role of the Celtic fan collective and future supporter representation🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Barry, Boud and Stuart to dig through an eventful week at Celtic both on and off the pitch. We discuss the revelations from Kasper Schmeichel about his long term future and look over comments from Maloney about his role moving forward.We also discuss other recent news and look ahead to a huge game against Dundee United on Sunday.Key discussion points:Kasper Schmeichel’s shock media appearancesQuestions over professionalism, communication and responsibility within the squadShaun Maloney’s role, reputation rebuild and uncertain future at the clubThe ongoing managerial situation and doubts around potential candidatesRecruitment failures and structural issues behind the scenesExternal perspective on Celtic’s untapped commercial potential and boardroom stagnationFan unrest, protests and whether momentum for change is fading as results improveBalancing a potential successful season with the need for long-term reform🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Barry, Boud and Stuart to unpack Celtic’s dramatic penalty shoot-out win at Ibrox and the fallout from a chaotic derby weekend. From defensive heroics and penalty psychology to the looming loss of Callum McGregor, the panel break down what it all means for the run-in.Key discussion points:Celtic’s backs-to-the-wall derby performance and dramatic penalty shoot-out victoryHow big a blow Callum McGregor’s injury could be for the title run-inMidfield solutions without the captain: Bernardo, McCowan and Oxlade-ChamberlainDefensive standouts and leadership across the team at IbroxThe psychology and preparation behind Celtic’s successful penalty shoot-outPost-match chaos, fan incidents and the wider fallout from the derbyLooking ahead to Motherwell and the crucial fixtures before the split🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.Gall is joined by Barry and Chris to break down a chaotic week as Celtic grind out results while staying firmly in the title race.From derby drama to striker struggles and a tightening league table, the panel cover everything shaping the run-in.Key discussion points:Celtic’s “just win” mentality as results continue despite inconsistent performancesThe ongoing striker crisis and why none of the current options are convincingRangers 2–2 Celtic: the disastrous first half and Hatate’s game-changing impactAberdeen 1–2 Celtic: Arthur’s debut, Sinisalo’s save and another Nygren goalSelection dilemmas ahead of the next Rangers clashThe tightening title race and the decisive fixtures before the splitWillie Haughey’s proposed Season Ticket Alliance and fan influence at Celtic🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.After a bruising week that left Celtic’s season hanging in the balance, Gall is joined by Barry and Boud to pick through everything from a tough week.Fresh from a damaging loss to Hibs and a humbling European night against VfB Stuttgart, the panel ask whether this is the moment the title charge truly began to unravel or the point it finally sparks back into life.The panel discuss:● The Hibs setback and why Celtic look alarmingly easy to play through● Austin Trusty’s red card drama, the failed appeal, and whether the club’s response feels like deflection● Kasper Schmeichel’s worrying form and the recruitment questions that refuse to go away● A European tie that already feels over● Protests at Celtic Park, fan frustration, and the growing disconnect between boardroom and stands● A tough run of fixtures: Rangers at Ibrox, Aberdeen away, Motherwell looming and the very real top-four anxiety🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic Podcast.After a chaotic stoppage-time winner against Kilmarnock on Sunday, Christopher Gallagher is joined by Barry Gallagher and Christopher Boud to break down a week that keeps the title charge alive, but still leaves questions hanging in the air.The panel discuss:● Julián Araujo’s instant impact and why making him permanent should be a priority● Big Tam’s growing influence and whether his link-up play is the key to unlocking tight games● Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s class off the bench and how quickly he should be starting● Defensive frailties around Scales, Trusty and Schmeichel — wobble or warning sign?● The Green Brigade situation and the atmosphere debate at Celtic Park● Darren O’Dea’s explosive comments on John Kennedy and the internal shake-up● A daunting run of fixtures including Stuttgart home and away, Rangers at Ibrox, and a trip to Pittodrie● Listener questions and whether goal difference could be crucialAll that, plus a look ahead to a massive Europa League night as Celtic’s season teeters between glory and disaster.🎟️ LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tiers-of-a-cynic-live-tickets-1986432540201🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC