We need more players to show commitment to the cause, just like Raldo…
One of the most notable moments to come out of our clash at Easter road on Wednesday night was the sheer determination of Tony Ralston in winning the ball in a 50/50 challenge, or perhaps more accurately a 30/70 challenge. It wasn’t just a well timed tackle that stopped another potential Hibs counterattack, it was the start of the move that led to the penalty kick that won us the three points.
This is the kind of urgency and commitment the whole Celtic team need to show. Some tackle by Tony Ralston 👏🙌🍀 https://t.co/Xyh3HJWLbu
— Michael McCahill (@MichaelMcCahi10) February 8, 2024
Ralston showed great heart and commitment, not to mention pure precision to win the ball. Tony might not be the most technically gifted footballer at the club, but he wears his heart on his sleeve, he always gives 100%, never moans when he’s not selected, doesn’t sulk and Wednesday night proved just how an important a member of this Celtic squad he really is.
We perhaps need more of that level of commitment from the rest of the side. I’m not saying they have downed tools, but they have clearly looked a little lethargic lately. With a title to be won we can’t afford to be half hearted going into games. We need spirt and determination, the entire team needs to be ready to battle for every ball and be strong in every challenge, the way Tony showed at Easter Road on Wednesday night.
I’d be fuming if I were Hibs, hows he not getting to that before Ralston? 🤣 https://t.co/LyZMQri4y1
— Adam Lynch 🇵🇸 (@AdamLynch27) February 8, 2024
Hopefully that victory will give the team the boost or was it a kick up the backside they needed going into the next run of games? Anthony Ralston showed real determination and a will to win, let’s hope his teammates took note and follow suit.
Just an Ordinary Bhoy
Important win for Celtic at Easter Road last night and pleased for Adam Idah to prove his doubters wrong with immense composure for second penalty. For me the unsung hero is Tony Ralston. The winner came from his tackle and he has the genuine commitment money can’t buy! #CelticFC
— Phil Gordon (@PJG_Sport) February 8, 2024
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Love Ralston. I actually think with him on the right and Bernabei on the left we might create more going forward, though we might concede more. Hope he plays on Sunday, he deserves a few games and if he does well Johnston knows he has to play well to keep his place, he has been well off it this season and never been dropped, players knowing they are guaranteed to start even if not playing well cannot be a good thing.
Only one player wanted the ball.
Look at the ground T R made up.
A true Celt plays for the jersey. The squad should be made to study it.
I have long had the opinion that he could play as a defensive mid fielder.
T R and Scales epitomise what’s required each week to ensure the ball players have the luxury of displaying their skills.
Hopefully Idah gets a chance in the coming games to settle in and produce what’s lacking up front.
He comes from a Celtic minded family.
Hail hail.