Paul Hartley was more than happy with Celtic’s last-gasp 2-1 win at Hamilton in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League – despite admitting to some sympathy for Accies.

CELTIC midfielder Scott Brown claims Shunsuke Nakamura was subjected to some “ridiculous” challenges by Kilmarnock players before having to go off injured in the Co-operative Insurance Cup tie.

Shunsuke Nakamura claims he pleaded to be substituted in Celtic’s game against Kilmarnock because he could not take any more bruising tackles.

Aiden McGeady believes he can play in the same Celtic side as Shaun Maloney and Shunsuke Nakamura – and insists manager Gordon Strachan thinks so too.

Celtic have been dealt a blow with the news that Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink is set to miss key games in both the Clydesdale Bank Premier League and the Champions League.

RANGERS chairman David Murray launched a scathing attack on the Scottish Premier League and claimed their decision to refuse his club more time to prepare for the UEFA Cup final was so bad the rest of world football will be laughing at Scotland.

Celtic manager Gordon Strachan believes there is one simple reason why the Old Firm can never be counted out in any game in Scotland – the financial advantage they have over all the other clubs.

Celtic manager Gordon Strachan has played down the loss of Shunsuke Nakamura ahead of tonight’s Champions League clash with Benfica at Parkhead.

CELTIC’S chances of Champions League success will be seriously damaged if they do not beat Benfica tonight but boss Gordon Strachan is also looking at his side’s long-term progress.

Celtic playmaker Shunsuke Nakamura has told boss Gordon Strachan he will be fit to face Benfica next week.

Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell is optimistic that Shunsuke Nakamura will extend his stay at Parkhead.

Celtic and Shunsuke Nakamura’s agent have assured supporters there is no chance of the Japanese midfielder moving on this summer.

Tommy Burns admits Shunsuke Nakamura may leave Celtic in two years' time.

Celtic manager Gordon Strachan has praised Shunsuke Nakamura for not allowing his struggle with the English language to impinge on a remarkable season.

Celtic midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura has refuted reports claiming he wants to leave Parkhead this summer to return to Japan.

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GORDON STRACHAN has warned the Celtic board that his title-winning squad is not good enough for the Champions League.

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Celtic manager Gordon Strachan has applauded Japan coach Zico after the two parties reached a “sensible” compromise over the use of Shunsuke Nakamura.

Celtic have reached agreement with Reggina for the sale of Shunsuke Nakamura.

London Irish have announced four new signings by the club, including a Scottish international.