General football chat

45 years ago, Celtic completed their own Olympic Challenge.For the first time, the Bhoys played a game in Africa, completing the full ‘Olympics Rings’ set of continents.This podcast tells the story of how this happened.Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.comApple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

Celtic have finally appointed Maloney and Fotherignham and the bhoys discuss what the delay in getting this deal done say about the club. Were they sweating every pound or simply penny wise and pound foolish? We’ve also appointed a designated set-piece coach and that gets universal approval.The chat’s more than that, but have a listen. We also have a follow up podcast covering Scotland’s departure from the World Cup and that leads to a discussion about youth development and our own youth set-up. If you’re a member of the CU community you can get that today.If not, then click below…The Celtic Underground Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Enjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

This is episode II of our special series focussing on supporters clubs from near and far. In this week’s episode, Paul shares the rich history of the HWEU CSC, its traditions like the Tommy Burns Supper, and the unique Edinburgh-Celtic culture. Andrew & Paul explore the club’s origins, memorable stories, and the deep-rooted community spirit that keeps the club vibrant.We’ve had some fantastic guests and the Name of the game series taking in fans special match on Sunday mornings and these are usually exclusive to the CU community however this week, with the CU community getting two Harry monopods we thought we’d release this More Than A Club episode to subscribers as usual on Sunday and everyone else on Monday.If you would like your supporters club feature, then just drop us a line.Oh - and don’t forget you’ve only a handful of days left before voting closes on the CU Top 10 for 2025-26 season.Enjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

25 years ago, the Celts completed their first 21st century treble.This achievement – delivered by new manager Martin O’Neill – was the club’s first triple celebration since the days of Jock Stein.This podcast describes the whole story.Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.comThe domestic season may be over but there’s still football and Celtic to chat about. Andrew & I decided to have a 30 min Celtic news chat followed by whatever other football stuff was going on but we ended up chatting Dermot and Celtic for nearly an hour before nipping on to talk signings (or lack thereof) managerial changes for the 3rd & 2nd placed si…

50 years ago, Celtic Park rose to acclaim two club legends: Jimmy Johnstone and Bobby Lennox.And this testimonial match even included another poignant event.This podcast tells the full story.Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.comEnjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

Will he/Won’t he? The big debate in the days following the cup final seemed to be whether Dermot would or wouldn’t appoint Robbie Keane. all the while, many were saying that it was MArtin’s job if he wanted it, and he very much did and so (despite, as I write, no official confirmation) it has come to pass that Martin will be confirmed as the continuing/new permenant manager of Celtic.There’s various pros and cons to the appointment, but he’s our manager now. The club know where we’re going, the recruitment team has scouted players that suit Martin and we should now be ready to go. The transfer window opens 15th June, so let’s give Martin the tools to do a proper job next season.Set your diaries - Martin v Jose the rematch, June 5th 2027.Enjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

This week, Scotland begin their World Cup campaign, the first time they have done this in the 21st century.95 years ago, it was Celtic’s turn for an American first when the Bhoys first made the journey across the Atlantic.This podcast tells the full story.Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.comThanks for listening to The Celtic Underground Podcast! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

For decades, football, boxing and other contact sports have thrilled millions, but an uncomfortable question continues to grow louder: what price do athletes pay for repeated blows to the head? In this fascinating discussion with expert (and Celtic fan) Paul Fivey, we explore the latest research linking sport-related brain injuries to neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and motor neurone disease. From the pioneering work that first identified CTE in boxers to groundbreaking studies involving former professional footballers, we examine what the science now tells us about the long-term consequences of repetitive brain trauma.The recent news that former Lisbon Lion Jim Craig is living with Alzheimer’s disease has once again brought the debate into sharp focus. We discuss the evidence surrounding heading the ball, how brain damage develops over time, the differences between various neurodegenerative diseases, and what governing bodies, clubs and medical professionals are doing to make sport safer for future generations without losing the essence of the games we love.Two websites recommended on the chat are:https://www.brainhelpandhope.org/&https://www.headway.org.uk/Enjoy…Apple podcastsSpotifyAmazonPlayer.fmSpreakerAudioboomYoutube This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe

Controversy in matches featuring Celtic and Rangers is hardly unusual.One particularly notable game took place 80 years ago this week. It featured poor decisions, arguments – and on-field drunkenness!This latest podcast tells that story.Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites that have shaped the Bhoys’ history. To find out more, visit: www.celticwalkingtours.wordpress.comThe Celtic Underground Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com/subscribe