Celtic v Livingston - League, Saturday 10th April, KO 3pm

[Frank Owen]

I think before I would be convinced he deserves a shot at it he would need to cut the cord at Celtic, go out into the wider football world and gain some more knowledge on different coaching philosophies, styles, tactics etc. get himself a wider education on the game.

When he's done that he should put himself out there for other managerial positions, cut his teeth elsewhere, prove he's got the credentials and earn the right to be considered for the Celtic hotseat.

Howe is also highly rated by all those who have worked with him but just like yourself I'm no entirely convinced of his suitability for the job either, mainly because I don't see the level of experience and know how needed to handle the pressures and expectations that come with managing a club like Celtic.

Kennedy has even less managerial experience and right now I just don't think he's ready for it or has earned it yet. One day maybe but if he got the job now then I reckon it would be wrong for both him and Celtic and fuck up any chance he might have of getting it in the future when he could be better prepared for it.

I know some will disagree with me regarding Howe but they should go have a listen to the likes of Ronny Deila, Lenny and Strachan talk about the immense and unique pressures that come with being Celtic manager, it's a really tough gig and being a good coach is only a part of the job.

You kind of echo my thoughts S2, but I do believe JK already knows the mentality needed to manage Celtic. He's been part of the club for all of his adult life. I do agree with you though, he needs to go prove himself somewhere.

 

[John nó]

Top level teams need specialised fitness coaches which is what we had under Brendan... probably the fittest Celtic team I've ever seen.... Lenny came with his ideas and unfortunately we all know what went wrong

Again not making sense, worked along side the snake and seen the fitness required for a top team and yet nowhere near them standards this season and yet JK there for both.
Still way to early to say what potential manager JK may become, but still needs to prove himself over a period of time imo but not with us now

 

[John nó]

You kind of echo my thoughts S2, but I do believe JK already knows the mentality needed to manage Celtic. He's been part of the club for all of his adult life. I do agree with you though, he needs to go prove himself somewhere.

Of course he does, has to prove relationships with new players, be able to adapt a style of play that suits the players he has, needs to be tested into getting in players that can buy into his ideas.
These are just some of the expectations of any manager for which JK can't be judged upon and for what we are looking for.
Any managerial appointment comes with risk and for me that risk is to high with a JK appointment

 

[Shadow2]

Which is why giving the job to someone who has been brought up behind the scenes and knows about these pressures and expectations for over 20 years is the best option

Knowing about these pressures and expectations and dealing with them are two completely different things though Docco. There's a massive step up going from a No.2 to the main man, Strachan wasn't exactly a managerial novice before he came to Celtic and even he felt overwhelmed by the weight of the Celtic manager's job.

Would it not be better for JK to go out there and gain more knowledge, gain more experience, learn his trade and prove himself at another club then come back wiser and better prepared for the role?

 

[McGarrell]

Next season will make or break us for the next few years, we need an experienced manager cos next seasons league winner will be guaranteed a £35 million champions league place, we need to win this, if we don't and say the huns win it then they will clear their debt and then spend like fuck again leaving us behind, because you can bet your boots they will get there selves in debt again just to stay in front off us, it's actually quite scary if these cunts get champions league football this season and next I dread to think of it

 

[boab1916]

Knowing about these pressures and expectations and dealing with them are two completely different things though Docco. There's a massive step up going from a No.2 to the main man, Strachan wasn't exactly a managerial novice before he came to Celtic and even he felt overwhelmed by the weight of the Celtic manager's job.

Would it not be better for JK to go out there and gain more knowledge, gain more experience, learn his trade and prove himself at another club then come back wiser and better prepared for the role?

Need to get away from the revolving door appointments, fresh talent with new ideas always once you have a stint you leave and that should be that in the modern game unless you are learning coaching under the best.
Takes a lot to be a coach and manager. to be gifted with coaching skills and been ahead of the curve in the modern game and secondly to be able to keep motivated well paid individuals and keep their focus on winning and enjoying their work environment.

 

[green sprig]

Just listened to the comments from David the bluenose Martindale.
Not a good word to say about Celtic after todays thrashing.
He said, that is the best I have seen Celtic play this season,but having said that I honestly believe that is our worst performance in the 7 years I have been at Livingstone.
Does this mug not realise it was because of Celtics performance today that he winessed Livingstons worst performance in 7 years..

HH.

 

[John nó]

Just listened to the comments from David the bluenose Martindale.
Not a good word to say about Celtic after todays thrashing.
He said, that is the best I have seen Celtic play this season,but having said that I honestly believe that is our worst performance in the 7 years I have been at Livingstone.
Does this mug not realise it was because of Celtics performance today that he winessed Livingstons worst performance in 7 years..

HH.

Typical hun wanker GS can't handle being totally outclassed, wait until we put his whole brotherhood of zombie fuckers to the sword next week, then it's back to the none entirely that the prick has always been

 

[The Deadner]

Kennedy is as much to blame for our season as lennon. Celtic produce one decent performance and people want him as manager. He was on the training ground all season, he was lennons number 2 and they played shite. Anyone on the Celtic noise could line the team out from now til the end of the season. It means fuck all the league's over. There's zero pressure, so it means nothin.
Kennedy may well develope into a good manager, but not now. There'd be hell to pay if hes appointed.

 

[John nó]

Kennedy is as much to blame for our season as lennon. Celtic produce one decent performance and people want him as manager. He was on the training ground all season, he was lennons number 2 and they played shite. Anyone on the Celtic noise could line the team out from now til the end of the season. It means fuck all the league's over. There's zero pressure, so it means nothin.
Kennedy may well develope into a good manager, but not now. There'd be hell to pay if hes appointed.

That could also change if he gets a big result at the cesspit next week also Deadner, and yet I do agree with you

 

[Steviebhoy67]

Kennedy is as much to blame for our season as lennon. Celtic produce one decent performance and people want him as manager. He was on the training ground all season, he was lennons number 2 and they played shite. Anyone on the Celtic noise could line the team out from now til the end of the season. It means fuck all the league's over. There's zero pressure, so it means nothin.
Kennedy may well develope into a good manager, but not now. There'd be hell to pay if hes appointed.

Spot on.

 

[The Deadner]

That could also change if he gets a big result at the cesspit next week also Deadner, and yet I do agree with you

I really hope he wins the cup. But that's not enough. Imagine trying to sign decent players with Kennedy as manager. Not a fuckin hope. He's too big of a risk and would be a major gamble giving the champions league money available.

 

[green sprig]

Typical hun wanker GS can't handle being totally outclassed, wait until we put his whole brotherhood of zombie fuckers to the sword next week, then it's back to the none entirely that the prick has always been

Best position John we have been in leading up to a sevco game..have a good feeling about this..

HH

 

[green sprig]

I really hope he wins the cup. But that's not enough. Imagine trying to sign decent players with Kennedy as manager. Not a fuckin hope. He's too big of a risk and would be a major gamble giving the champions league money available.

I have a better chance Deadner of being the next Celtic manager than John Kennedy has.
John Kennedy is not going to satisfy the fans no matter what sort of results he pulls of from now until the end of the season,,by all accounts John Kennedy is a nice guy,,but nice guy,s never win..

HH.

 

[TartanTim]

Was working, so didn't get tae see match, seen highlights on Sportscene, let's hope the form continues in tae next weekend against The Scum

 

[boab1916]

Just listened to the comments from David the bluenose Martindale.
Not a good word to say about Celtic after todays thrashing.
He said, that is the best I have seen Celtic play this season,but having said that I honestly believe that is our worst performance in the 7 years I have been at Livingstone.
Does this mug not realise it was because of Celtics performance today that he winessed Livingstons worst performance in 7 years..

HH.

His worst perfomance was his six year stint for dealing drugs and now a fit and proper SFA manager, aye right wee death dealer.

 

[Magnificent 7]

His worst perfomance was his six year stint for dealing drugs and now a fit and proper SFA manager, aye right wee death dealer.

Heard all the nonsense about how this guy was a proper coach etc...will be managing in the lower leagues soon enough ...can't stand listening to him regardless of his background. Guy is a knobit.

 

[boab1916]

Heard all the nonsense about how this guy was a proper coach etc...will be managing in the lower leagues soon enough ...can't stand listening to him regardless of his background. Guy is a knobit.

Heres a bit of been told to change your story

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[Docco]

Kennedy is as much to blame for our season as lennon. Celtic produce one decent performance and people want him as manager. He was on the training ground all season, he was lennons number 2 and they played shite. Anyone on the Celtic noise could line the team out from now til the end of the season. It means fuck all the league's over. There's zero pressure, so it means nothin.
Kennedy may well develope into a good manager, but not now. There'd be hell to pay if hes appointed.

He was on the training ground under Lennon's guidance, Lennon's orders....it's no coincidence that over the last 3 or 4 games we have started to play like the Rodgers Celtic that were at times devastating....if and if it's a big if, we beat the huns twice at their shithole and lift the cup, Kennedy should definitely be considered for the job...no question

 

[Mancbhoy670]

Celtic and livi look to be at the same level. Still can't get my head round how it all turned to so rapidly this season

Why? The answer is simple. Lack of leadership. HH