Bank Of Scotland SPL
Sunday 19th September 2004
Easter Road, Edinburgh
Kick Off 2pm, Live On Setanta
After our midweek defeat to Barcelona, any team would fear us in our next game. The Bhoys travel to Hibs tomorrow, and a backlash could be on the cards.
Barca were different class. In truth, we were taught a lesson on Tuesday night, but for periods in the game, we had them on the ropes. We done well and with a bit of luck we could have came away with at least a point. But there is no point going on about our last game, we need to look forward to our next game.
Chris Sutton will play, and he showed on Tuesday night how much a difference he makes to the team. I would like to see Henri Camara start the game, as he made a great account of himself against Barca. Sutton would also be able to start in defence, as Jackie McNamara is out for several weeks.
Hibs are managed by Tony Mowbray, so I suppose we can let them off if they do a huddle before the game. Tomorrow's game will be tricky, a trip to Edinburgh always is. But if we are to compete in the Champions League, we should be brushing teams like Hibs aside with relative ease.
We weren't exactly firing on all cylinders against Dundee last week, but if we are to play like we did on Tuesday, we should have no problem.
A good result would do us good. The Celtic end is sold out, so hopefully there will be some good vocal backing for The Bhoys.
Come On The Hoops!
Prediction: Hibs 0-2 Celtic