MCAVENNIE: CELTIC HAVE LOST FEAR FACTOR | TUESDAY 14TH APRIL
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The episode of Clyde One Super Scoreboard examines Celtic's declining dominance in the Scottish Premiership, with former Celtic player Bojan Mijovski and pundits arguing the club has lost its 'fear factor'βthe psychological edge that once intimidated opponents. After a lackluster performance against St Mirren, where Celtic struggled to build on early momentum and looked physically and mentally flat, the discussion turns to concerns over Celtic's lack of a consistent, clinical striker and their inability to dominate games. In contrast, Rangers are praised for their attacking resurgence, particularly their 6-2 victory over Falkirk, where a halftime goal and tactical shift to a two-striker formation sparked a second-half blitz. The episode also highlights the tight title race, with Hearts, Celtic, and Rangers all in contention, and the importance of goal difference and key fixtures. The Scotland women's national team's crucial World Cup qualifier against Belgium is covered, with early pressure mounting after a goal conceded. Throughout, the theme of mental resilience, tactical adaptability, and the need for a true 'number nine' looms large.
Celtic have lost their psychological edge, with opponents no longer fearing them, as evidenced by St Mirren's competitive performance.
Rangers' tactical shift to a two-striker formation has unlocked their attacking potential, with Shankland and Braga combining effectively.
Celtic's lack of a consistent, high-impact striker is a major concern, with Negrin as the only reliable goal-scorer.
Goal difference is becoming a critical factor in the title race, with Rangers holding a significant advantage.
The final five games will be decisive, with every fixture carrying immense weight for all three title contenders.
Celtic's Fear Factor Eroded
βNobody's scared of Celtic anymore. Every team's having a go at them.β
Rangers' Tactical Transformation
βThey got the goal before half-time and then the two quick goals at the start of the second half change the game, turn it on its head.β
Celtic's Striker Crisis
Pundits debate Celtic's lack of a consistent, clinical striker. Negrin is the only reliable goal-scorer, while others like Maeda and Chimanchara are inconsistent. The absence of a true 'number nine' is seen as a major weakness.
The Title Race Tightens
With five games left, the title race is now a three-horse contest between Celtic, Rangers, and Hearts. The episode emphasizes how goal difference and key fixtures will be decisive, with every game carrying massive weight.
Scotland Women's World Cup Qualifier
The episode covers the Scotland women's national team's crucial qualifier against Belgium at Easter Road. Early pressure mounts after a goal is conceded, with the team needing three points to stay in contention.
βNobody's scared of Celtic anymore. Every team's having a go at them.β
βThey got the goal before half-time and then the two quick goals at the start of the second half change the game, turn it on its head.β
βThe game's opened up because there's a lot of space where there's... Callum used to play across the halfway line in their half and dictate the play. There's nobody there now, it's only Callum.β
Hosts
Guests
Gordon Duncan
person
Celtic
other
Simon Donnelly
person
Gordon Diehl
person
Rangers
other
St Mirren
other
Hearts
other
Falkirk
other
Callum McGregor
person
Lauren Shankland
person
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