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Clonmel Celtic 3 Two Mile Borris 4, Munster Youths Cup Rd 3, 4th November 2023
Clonmel Celtic welcomed Two Mile Borris / St Kevins to Ferryhouse on Saturday in what promised to be one of the toughest games of the season for both teams and it didn’t disappoint. In the opening minutes it was the away team that got off to a flying start when after 4 minutes Borris won a free kick on the edge of the Celtic Box, Tom Ryan scored direct from the free kick to put the away team into an early lead. For the next 15 minutes the away team dominated and extended their lead on 20 minutes when Louis Coughlan scored a glancing header from a free kick. At 2 down the challenge for Celtic to get back into the game was tough however Celtic settled and began to win the midfield battle and get a foothold in the game when on 30 Mins Jack Aylward struck a superb long range shot to find the top corner to make it 1-2. Celtic were coming back into the game at this point and 5 minutes before the break Jack Aylward struck again from outside of the box to level the game. It was 2-2 at the break and all to play for. At the start of the 2nd half it was Celtic who started stronger and continued pressing hard when Cillian O Brien broke free to finish well and put Celtic 3-2 Up on 55 mins. However Borris heads didn’t drop and on 60 Mins from a corner Tristan Troy found himself free in the Celtic penalty area to put the game level again at 3-3. At this point the game was all to play for a but when a ball broke into the Celtic Box the away team were awarded a penalty when the oncoming attacker was taken down. Jake Cullen Jordan dispatched the resulting penalty to put the visitors back in front on 65 mins. Celtic rallied again and continued to create chances and on 70 minutes following a break down the left hand side the Borris Keeper was sent off after a 2nd booking. For the remainder of the game Celtic continued to push hard and but for a few fine saves from stand in Goalkeeper Charlie Walsh Celtic could have been level again. In the end it finished 4-3 and Two Mile Borris advance to the next round.
Clonmel Celtic 3 Cashel Town 1, TSDL Youth Premier, 28th October 2023
Clonmel Celtic welcomed Cashel Town to the Bypass on Saturday with both teams unbeaten in the league. This being the third time the teams have met in recent weeks and it was always going to be a hard fought game. It was Cashel who settled quicker and took the lead after 5 minutes when Cillian Fitzgerald rose at the back post to head the visitors into an early lead. Cashel went on to dominate the next 15 minutes and were unlucky not to go 2 up when a long range effort almost dropped into the Celtic net. Midway through the first half Celtic began to get to grips with the game and were unlucky not to draw level when the Cashel keeper made a great save from a powerful Max Ryan effort. It remained 1-0 at the break. At the break Celtic knowing they had to improve and came out with intent. The introduction of Luke Hannigan proved to be a big difference and within 5 minutes he had hit the post with a great first time effort. Celtic continued to create chances but couldn’t convert until a Jack Aylward free kick was flicked home by Cillian O Brien to level the game. On 75 Minutes after some clever play to get into the Cashel penalty area Luke Hannigan produced a great finish from the edge of the box to fire Celtic into the lead. Both Teams had chances in the last 15 minutes however it was Celtic that added a third in the last minute from a Jack Aylward free kick.
Cahir Park 1 Clonmel Celtic 2, TSSDL U15 Tipperary Cup Final, 2nd September 2023
A dramatic last minute strike from Jamie Brunnock won Clonmel Celtic U15s the Tipperary Cup in a thrilling tussle with Cahir Park this afternoon. Played on Cahir's All weather on a beautiful sunny day the game attracted a decent attendance. As often is the case with cup finals the game did not live up to it's billing as it was quite scrappy on occasions with the fast surface seeing both teams struggling with their first touch and misplacing passes. Celtic started well and were the first to settle and Jack Boland stung the keeper's hands with a fine effort after just 5 minutes. The same player was released again on 10 minutes but once again the keeper denied him with a smart save. As the first half wore on Cahir came more into the game and began to ask some questions without really thretening the Celtic goal. The game was played at a fast pace but neither side were able to retain possession long enough to take control. On 33 minutes Celtic almost hit the front when the ball broke to Franklin Prasad in the box but his effort was saved. Within seconds the ball was in the net at the other end. A mix up between the keeper and defender allowed the Cahir number 9 to roll the ball into an empty net and the first half finished with Cahir 1-0 up. Cahir started the second half well and James O'Brien denied them a second with a fine save. Within minutes the Celtic keeper was in action again getting down to push away a free kick. Although Cahir looked strong at this stage Celtic were almost in at the other end when Patryk Galka freed Adhvaith Divakaran but the Cahir keeper got down well to block his effort. Disaster then struck for Celtic when they lost Lewis Hackett to a second yellow and within minutes Cahir should have increased their lead when a player was played through but with just the keeper to beat he hit the side netting. The collective effort of the 10 men of Celtic raised their game as we entered the final 15 minutes and a stunning strike from Kyle Ryan had them level. There didn't seem much danger when the ball dropped to him 25 yards out but his sweetly struck half volley sailed over the keeper to the delight of the Celtic support. The game developed into a frantic end to end battle as we entered the last 10 minutes. Cahir almost sneaked ahead again when a ball over the top caught Celtic flat footed and though the striker raised the ball over the advaning James O'Brien it just cleared the bar. Just when it looked as if we were heading to extra time a ball into the box found Jamie Brunnockc and he took it under control and fired into the bottom corner to put Celtic ahead for the first time. Cahir tried to respond but they didn't have time and it was a very pleased James O'Brien who raised the cup to the delight of the Celtic supporters.
Clonmel Celtic 3 Slievenamon Celtic 1, TSSDL U15 Semi Final, 5th July 2023
Clonmel Celtic Under 15s advanced to the Tipperary Cup final last night after a 3-1 win against Slievenamon Celtic in Ferryhouse last night. Celtic were good value for the win and hit the front on 16 minutes when Adhvaith Divarakan burst down the right wing and his cross was steered home by Ben Hoare. Celtic continued to take the game to Slievenamon and doubled their lead on 25 minutes with a well worked goal. Jamie Brunnock produced a fine pass to free Jack Boland on the right wing and Ben Hoare again found himself on the end of a fine cross to fire home his second. Slievenamon came more into the game in the second half and were denied by an excellent James O'Brien save on the hour mark. Celtic made a few channges and Kuba Jaworski and Kyle Power came close to putting the game out of reach of the visitors. It looked as if Celtic might regret those misses when Slievenamon pulled a goal back with 8 minutes left. However Celtic sealed a cup final place when the impressive Kyle Power cut in from the left to fire a fine effort to the bottom corner to leave the final score 3-1 to Celtic. We will play Cahir in the U15 Tipperary Cup final.
Clonmel Town 1 Clonmel Celtic 1 , TSSDL U14 Premier League, 4th July 2023
Clonmel Celtic dropped their first points of the season but still remain well placed at the top of the U14 Premier League after a hard fought 1-1 draw away to Clonmel Town last night. The draw would have suited Celtic more but they still have some hard work ahead of them if they want to be crowned champions. The hosts started better last night and Celtic looked a bit nervous in the early stages as they srtuggled to get a foothold in the game. Town's early pressure nearly paid dividends in the 10th minute when a long range effort was expertly tipped on to the woodwork by Celtic keeper Miki Osiecki. Town continued to probe and their lively forwards were posing problems for Celtic's rearguard. Celtic gradually settled with Ali Hadoud getting a grip in midfield. Indeed it was Ali who had Celtic's first effort with a shot that flashed wide. The same player came close again moments later with a long range effort that was just over. Celtic made the breakthrough on the half hour mark with a nicely worked goal. Sean Ryan's cross from the right found it's way to Zac Acyen and his perfect centre was expertly steered home by Sean Woods to give Celtic a valuable lead. Town responded by forcing a succession of corners but Celtic held firm to reach the break a goal to the good. Town were fast out of the blocks in the second half and were level after just 3 minutes. Once again Miki Osieki did well to push a shot onto the bar but the Town player reacted fastest to fire home the rebound. In fairness to Celtic they responded well to this set back and although a draw would have suited them more they took the game to Town and had the better of the chances late on as they produced their best football of the encounter. Kyle Ryan struck the bar from distance and a Town defender scrambled another effort off the line as Celtic went for a winner. Although Town looked dangerous on the counter if one side was going to snatch it late on it looked like Celtic as they were again denied late on by a good save. Overall a draw was probably a fair result. Town may have edged the first half but Celtic looked better and the more likely winners in the second.
Cullen Lattin 3 Clonmel Celtic 2 (aet), Tipperary Youth Cup final, 30th April 2023
A disappointing day for Clonmel Celtic Youths as their attempt to complete the league and cup double fell short as they lost 3-2 to Cullen Lattin after extra time in the Tipperary Cup final. It was a perfect day for football but Celtic were slow starters and never got going in the first half. This handed the initiative to Cullen who looked the livelier in the early stages and could have gone ahead as early as the 5th minute but Oisin O'Donoghue denied Jason Henly with a fine save. Celtic continued to struggle and were unable to put any decent phases of play together with some sloppy passing that kept giving possession back to Cullen. They were nearly in again on 17 minutes but Jake Forristal denied Paddy Downey with a fine block. The goal Cullen were threatening finally arrived on 25 minutes whenTristan Stokes headed hone from a corner. This was the wake up call Celtic needed as they finally began to put some moves together with Alex Greene looking particularly lively up front. It was a great run from Alex Greene that gave Celtic the chance of an equaliser when his through ball was handled and Celtic were awarded a penalty but unfortunately Paddy Ormond couldn't keep his effort down and Cullen held on to their lead until the break thanks largely to keeper Michael Ryan Bob who produced a marvellous save just before the break. Celtic made some changes at the break and the impact was immediate as for the next twenty minutes they were well on top and ahead in the game by the 60th minute. Aaron Costin was a game changer in midfield as his strong purposeful runs began opening up the Cullen rearguard. Alex Greene had an effort blocked on 47 minutes and a minute later Michael Ryan Bob got down to smother Aaron Costin's effort as Celtic began to dominate. They were level on 58 minutes when Jake Forristal climbed highest to head home Jack Aylward's corner. Celtic were well on top at this stage as Cullen began to wilt and they went ahead on 63 minutes. Good interplay between Jack Aylward and Paddy Ormond's saw the latter's clever centre tapped home at the far post by Aaron Costigan. The Cullen keeper then denied Jack Aylward with a marvellous save. In fairness to Cullen they dug in deep at this stage and worked their way back into the contest. On 77 minutes they were level courtesy of an excellent free kick from Tom Ryan Bob that found the top corner. Both teams went at then for the final 10 minutes and both sides visibly tired. However it was Michael Ryan Bob that again denied Celtic with a brilliant double save to deny both Alex Greene and Paddy Ormond. Celtic almost won it in the last minute when the impressive Michael Prendergast just failed to connect with Paddy Ormond's cross. Celtic made the worst possbile start to extra time when from their own kick off they carelessly gave the ball away and Cullen took full advantage when Havi Serrano set up Paddy Downey who fired low to the net to give Cullen a 3-2 lead. Celtic battled hard but once again Michael Ryan Bob made a stunning save to deny Juian Kerton. In the final moment a clever Jack Aylward pass freed Alex Greene but he couldn't keep his effort down and the chance went. There was controversy in the last minute and there is no other way to put this, when Celtic were denied a blatant penalty. A ball over the top played in Michael Prendergast and as he bore down on goal the legs were taken from under him. It was a shocking error by the linesman and marred the end of what was a fine contest. To dwell too much on this though would be disrespectful to Cullen Lattin who were worthy winners and congratulations to them. Celtic can't be faulted for effort but they simply didn't turn up in the first half and after getting on top in the second period they lost control of the game again but in Michael Ryan Bob in the Cullen goal they faced a keeper who was simply brilliant on the day.
Clonmel Celtic 2 Peake Villa 1, TSDL Youth Premier League, 8th April 2023
It definitely wasn't pretty but yesterday for Celtic was all about getting the positive result that would see them win their first Youth Premier League title. Celtic had three chances to win the league. After failing at the first attempt when they went down 2-1 to Cullen Lattin they didn't want to be facing a situation of third time lucky by leaving it to the final game so there was a collective sign of relief when the final whistle went. Celtic looked nervous in the opening minutes and Villa sensing there was something there for them began to get on top. Celtic's game plan was to play in the opposition half but every ball they launched forward was carried by the wind and failed to trouble Villa. Inside the opening 5 minutes Villa created two chances, one shot flashed over and Celtic keeper Oisin O'Donoghue got down to save another effort. Villa with a win could still catch Celtic and they grew in confidence as the first half developed. Celtic struggled to get going although Jamie Ryan stung the hands of the Villa keeper with a fine effort on 10 minutes. Three minutes later Jamie Ryan went on a probing run but his shot was off target as Celtic gradually began to settle. It was very competitive now though lacking in quality. Villa still looked the more likely but were rocked on 30 minutes when Celtic took the lead. A fine free kick from Paddy Ormond found Jake Forrestal ghosting in behind the Villa defence and he applied a clinical finish to put Celtic 1-0 up. Villa were almost level within a minute when a dangerous cross was met by a header that lacked power and was easily saved by O'Donoghue who was having a solid game in goal for Celtic. Indeed he showed his importance a minute later by diving full length to save a Villa penalty. Things got even better for Celtic when they doubled their lead on 41 minutes with Michael Prendergast slotting home after great by Alex Greene and Celtic went to the break 2-0 up. Celtic nearly made the perfect start to the second half when Michael Prendergast raced clear but his effort was saved. Villa still looked dangerous and were very much in this game and on 51 minutes they were denied again by Oisin O'Donoghue diving full length to tip a shot on to the crossbar. The second half was more of an even contest with Celtic playing the flanks and players were getting on the end of their out balls and they began to create chances themselves. With 15 minutes remaining Villa halved the deficit with a fine half volley from Ciaran Purcell eventually beating man of the match Oisin O'Donoghue in the Celtic goal. Villa pushed for an equaliser but in truth it was Celtic who should have put the game to bed in the last five minutes with a succession of chances that they couldn't convert. Celtic used their bench well with Cilliian O'Brien, Aaron Costin and Jack Norris all making important contributions. Two other introductions Jack Alyward and Kyle Burke also impressed with both denied by fine saves by the Villa keeper in the dying moments. Fortunately Celtic didn't need that third goal and the 2-1 win against a good Villa side saw them claim their first Youth title.
Clonmel Celtic 3 Clonmel Town 2, TSSDL U14 Premier League, 28th March 2023
Clonmel Celtic U14s kicked off their season with a well earned 3-2 win against Clonmel Town at Celtic Park last night. Celtic started well exerting some early pressure on their opponents and this paid dividends with a clinical finish inside the box from Kuba Jaworski on 11 minutes. Celtic continued to have the upper hand and had the chance to double their lead 8 minutes later when awarded a penalty but unfortunately Kyle Ryan couldn't convert. This didn't deter Kyle who together with Ali Hadoud bossed the middle of the park and were the platform for attacks from the front two of Kuba Jaworksi and Sean Woods who always looked dangerous. Celtic doubled their lead on 25 minutes when the Town keeper couldn't deal with a corner and Rory O'Reilly was on hand to score from close range. Town began to have more of the ball and were handed a way back into the game when awarded a penalty on 30 minutes that they failed to convert. They did however score just before the break with a good header from a corner to half the deficit. The second half was a more even affair although Celtic always looked the more likely to score. They did have the ball in the net on 58 minutes but it was harshly ruled out for a foul on the keeper. Celtic were putting some good phases of play together at this stage and came close on 62 minutes when great play from Kyle Ryan and Kuba Jaworksi set up Sean Woods who just couldn't get enough power in his header. Celtic did restore their two goal lead on 25 minutes when Sean Woods broke though and he kept his composure and fired low to the corner to put Celtic 3-1 up. Town rallied late on but were denied by two brilliant saves from Miki Osieki the second of which saw him diving full length to push the ball away, an early contender for save of the season. Town did pull a goal back with two minutes left to set up an anxious finish for the home side but Celtic deservedly saw it through for a winning start to their season.
Clonmel Celtic 6 Slievenamon Celtic 0, Tipperary Youth Cup Rd 3, 4th March 2023
Clonmel Celtic Youths continued their recent good form and are through to the Tipperary Cup semi-final after a six goal win against Slievenamon Celtic in Clonmel on Saturday. The visitors had the better of the early exchanges and were unlucky not to take the lead in the seventh minute when a header at the far post from a free just went to wrong side of the upright. But eventually the hosts took control, but could not convert this into scoring chances until four minutes before the break when Paddy Ormond’s ball in to the box was pounced on by Jack Aylward, who after a bit of indecision by the visiting defence fired his side into a lead going into the break. They got a second in the fifty sixth minute when Alex Greene spun his marker from Max Ryan’s pass and slotted home. And it became three just minutes later when Jack Lawlor was fouled in the box and Paddy Ormond put away the penalty. They took complete control after this, and added a fourth in the sixty seventh minute when Alex Greene crossed for Julian Kerton to head home. They made it five ten minutes from the end, when Reece Farrells pass found Michael Prendergast unmarked and he slotted home, and the sixth arrived right on the final whistle, when Paddy Ormond found Alex Greene in space and he rounded the keeper and finished to the net.
Clonmel Celtic 1 Bansha Celtic 0, TSDL Youth Premier League 18th February 2023
Clonmel Celtic moved to the top of the TSDL Youths Premier League with a hard fought 1-0 win against Bansha Celtic on Saturday afternoon. The home side rode their luck at times and were pinned back in their own half for much of the second half but they held on to secure three important points. It was by no means a vintage performance from Celtic as they struggled to hold on to the ball and put together any real meaningful passages of play. Indeed it was a scrappy encounter lacking in any real quality. But as they say at the business end of the season it's all about points and not performances. Even though they played into the wind in the first half it was the visitors who looked more dangerous and could have gone ahead on a couple of occasions but for some poor finishing. Celtic were struggling to create any real chances though they hit the front on 41 minutes when Jack Lawlor powered home an in swinging Paddy Ormond corner. The wind strengthened in the second half and Bansha took control and put the Celtic rearguard under severe pressure. Realising the importance of three points Celtic dug in and battled away though they had Oisin O'Donoghue to thank for a brilliant save 15 minutes from time. The Celtic keeper was coolness personified under increasing pressure with his ball handling excellent in difficult conditions. Celtic were relieved when the final whistle blew. A third successive win and clean sheet puts them in a strong position with just four games remaining.
Clonmel Celtic 3 Slievenamon Celtic 0, TSDL Youth Premier 4th February 2023
After our first league defeat of the season a few weeks ago, we face Slievenamon Celtic, hoping to get back to winning ways. We started brightly and created the most chances but Kyle Grant in the Slievenamon goal denied both Alex Greene and Michael Prendergast’s attempts on goal. Our patience was rewarded on the 27th minute when Max Ryan found Julian Kerton outside the box and Julian fired home to the bottom corner. We won a corner on the 30th minute and Jack Lawlor headed home Paddy Ormonde’s cross at the far post. We went in 2-0 up at half time. The second half was very similar and we went 3-0 up on 57 minutes, Max Ryan cutting in from the left to fire home to the bottom corner. Slievenamon battled and had a couple of half chances which were dealt with by Alex McSherry and Jake Forristal backed up by Oisin O’Donoghue in goal. After that we fairly well controlled the game and saw it out 3-0.
MOTM – Jamie Ryan – Clonmel Celtic
Clonmel Celtic 1 Slievenamon Celtic 0, TSSDL U14 Championship Cup Final, 8th December 2022
Clonmel Celtic U14s completed the U14 Championship League and Cup double with an exciting if somewhat frantic 1-0 win against Slievenamon Celtic in Cahir last night. On a very cold night on a frosty surface both teams went at it from the start. The early encounters were frantic and both teams seemed to struggle with the surface as the ball zipped around at pace. Celtic gradually settled and began to make better use of the ball and began to put together some good phases of play. However their final ball was still letting them down as it seemed top be overhit. Adhvaith Divarkaran and Patryk Galka looked lively on the wings but it was in midfield with the growing influence of Jamie Brunnock where Celtic began to take a grip of the game. Indeed it was a surging run down the middle by Brunnock that lead to the goal that would eventually settle the encounter. He released Divakaran down the right and his pinpoint centre found Jayden Lynch and his low effort found the corner of the net. Within minutes Celtic almost doubled their lead but were denied by the upright with Patryk Galka just failing to find the target from the rebound. On the few occasions Slievenamon threatened the Celtic defence held firm denying the opposition any clearcut chances. As to be expected now chasing the game Slievenamon came much more into the game in the second period and began to ask serious questions of the Celtic rearguard. The Celtic defence superbly marshalled by Jack Boland and Alex Nash held firm getting in some vital blocks and tackles while full backs Aidan White and Ali Hadoud snuffed out Slievenamon's threat down the flanks. Celtic themselves continued to probe for a second and Kyle Ryan was denied by a fine save by the keeper who tipped his dipping effort over the bar. Midway through the second half James O'Brien produced a stunning save diving full length to touch a ferocious effort from distance on to the bar and out for a corner. Slievenamon forced a succession of corners late on but the Celtic defence continued to hold firm. The lively Adhvaith Divarakan and Patryk Galka both came close late on the seal the win but in the end a second wasn't required and Celtic held on to see captain James O'Brien lift the cup and Jamie Brunnock awarded the man of the match.
Clonmel Celtic 2 Kells Celtic 1, FAI U17 Rd 3, 3rd December 2022
Celtic looked to progress to the last 16 of the Fai U17 cup with a tough home tie against last years champions Kells Celtic. The hosts took the game to their opponents early on and almost opend the scoring in the third minute when Jack Lawlor fired over from a Max Ryan cross. They continued to dominate first half but could not convert chances, while always being wary of being caught by quick counter attacks from their Royal County opponents. The second half was slightly more even and fiercely contested. Jack Aylward was denied probably one of the greatest goals ever at Celtic Park when facing away from goal he flicked the ball over a defender’s head spun and hit a 40 yard volley straight at the top corner only for the very impressive Kells keeper to somehow claw the ball onto the underside of the bar. But in the end, the deadlock was finally broken by the visitors when they took advantage of a turnover at the edge of their own area to sweep downfield and score. The Clonmel youngsters didn’t drop their heads after this setback and kept pushing for an equaliser. However as time ran down it looked like the might not get back into the game, until in the final minute of time added on, Mikey Maguire broke down the right and put in a cross which was met on the half volley by Rhys Lonergan, flying past the Kells keeper causing wild celebrations. Extra time saw the home side determined to grab a winner and brilliant work from Max Ryan saw him set up a flying diving header from the excellent Jack Lawlor, putting Celtic in front. They made things harder for themselves than necessary when they were reduced to ten men for the final few minutes, but they held out to take the win and progress to the next round and a home meeting with Kilkenny kingpins Evergreen some time in the New Year.
Clonmel Celtic 1 Peake Villa 0, U12 Championship Cup Final, 26th November 2022
Games between theses sides have been tight all season with two different styles of play, Celtic using their pace on the wings and Peake Villa with thier strength down the center and that's exactly how this game played out..Celtic fought hard and challenged for every ball in the middle and quickly moved the ball wide where they always looked a threat. The opening chances in the game fell to Peake Villa with probing balls through the center only for thier striker to be caught offside on both occasions. Celtic didn't panic, stayed composed and played some delightful football at times creating good chances with Allan Compa Danny Byrne & Ben Kelleher all having decent shots on goal after some terrific play. Conor Murphy playing in the centre for Celtic grew as the game progressed controlling the middle while offering great protection to the backline. As half time approached Allan Compa popped up to clear a great corner move off the line. At the other end the post denied Ben Kelleher and Danny Byrne picked up a loose ball before hitting a well struck shot that the keeper touched onto the bar. Celtic started the better in the second half and began to create some chance. The Peake Villa centre half was having a great game herocially blocking efforts from Sean Mullins and Allan Compa. On another day Sean Mullins would surely have claimed a hat trick such were the quality of his shots while Allan Compa's trickery at times was a joy to watch.With just three minutes on the clock Celtic lost the influential Conor Murphy to injury. His replacement Jakub Zadarko was to make an immedicate impact. Collecting the ball on the left he made space for himslef and then found Allan Compa who did well to get in a shot from a tight angle and though the keeper saved his initial effort he followed up to toe poke the ball into the net for the vital breakthrough. There was however time for Peake Villa who came close but Daniel Keating in goal was up to the task playing his best football of the season and in fairness those in front of him gave him great protection with full backs Josef Podzimek & Shay Houlihan & Sean Callery, Aidan Gaffey & Conor Murphy dropping back to help , a good squad performance all season got thier rewards as Celtic held on to complete the double.
Clonmel Celtic 3 Deen Celtic (Kilkenny) 2, FAI U17 Cup Rd 2, November 5th 2022
Clonmel Celtic progressed to Round 3 of the FAI U17 Cup with a hard fought but deserved 3-2 win against Deen Celtic from Kilkenny. The visitors struck first when Jake Connery raced through to put the visitors 1-0 up. Celtic were level within 5 minutes with Michael O'Reilly scored from close range. The goal gave Celtic confidence and they soon got on top with Jamie Ryan driving them forward from midfield. Celtic were creating chances but Jack Aylward and Dominik Mendel were denied by fine saves by the Kilkenny keeper. Celtic finally hit the front on 30 minutes when Max Ryan drove home a powerful half volley that gave the keeper no chance. Celtic had opportunities to add to their lead but the visiting keeper was in fine form and denied them a third goal as Celtic went in 2-1 up at the break. Early in the second half Celtic were left to rue not adding another goal when they were on top in the first period when Bobby Brennan headed the visitors level. The goal breathed confidence into Deen Celtic and they had a good period in the second half as the pushed for the lead goal but Peter Boland denied them with a fine save. With 8 minutes remaining Celtic broke and Max Ryan fired a fine effort across the keeper and into the bottom corner for a vital lead for Celtic. The visitors raised their game in a final push for an equaliser but it was Celtic that came closest in the final moments. Dominik Mendel fired inches wide after he was set up by Jack Norris and he just failed to make a proper connection to a Max Ryan cross in the last minute. It didn't matter in the end as the referee blew his whistle seconds after and Celtic progress to Round 3 on a 3-2 scoreline.
Clonmel Celtic 6 Peake Villa 3, U15 Championship Cup Final, October 29th 2022
Clonmel Celtic followed up last year's cup success with another convincing performance that saw them claim the U15 Championship Cup with a convincing 6-3 win against league winners Peake Villa in Cahir this afternoon. Games between these sides this season have produced plenty of goals this season and it was more of the same today. A heavy downpour just before kick off threatened to ruin the occasion but fortunately the rain held off for the game. The match started at a hectic pace with neither side allowed much time on the ball. Celtic created the first clear chance when Alex Richter was played through but his effort was saved by Roman O'Dwyer in the Villa goal. Celtic's pace up front was causing Villa problems and they hit the front on 11 minutes when Jack Aylward showed good composure to score when he broke through. Villa were level within 5 minutes with Leezan Donoghue scoring when played through. Celtic hit back on 23 minutes when a Jack Alyward corner broke to Jamie Brunnock and he fired high to the net to make it 2-1. Celtic enjoyed a good spell and came close when Alex Richter found himself free and with probably too much time his effort was just wide. Mikey Maguire had a header from a corner headed off the line before Celtic scored again with a well worked goal on 34 minutes. Alex Richter and man of the match Darren Kirwan combined to free Jack Alyward and he just managed to prod the ball past the advancing keeper. A slip up just before the break allowed Peake Villa back into the game with Leezan Donoghue scoring to leave it 3-2 at the break and all to play for. Celtic regained their two goal leave just 7 minutes into the second half when an excellent pass from Darren Kirwan freed Jack Alyward and he completed his hat trick. Celtic were in control now and never looked like slipping up. Darren Kirwan fired into the side netting before Celtic effectively wrapped the game up in 53rd minute when Alex Richter fired home from close range. Alex came close again a few minutes later with a shot that was just off target. With 12 minutes remaining we were treated to the goal of the game when a stunning free kick from Jack Alyward found the top corner to cap a memorable game for him. Villa scored a late consolation but Celtic were convincing winners as Alex Richter accepted the cup on behalf of his team mates. A job very well done by Paudi and his squad. Well done all.
Clonmel Celtic 3 Donohill 2, TSSDL U12 Championship Play Off, October 8th 2022
Clonmel Celtic fought back from 2-0 down to clinch the U12 Championship title on a 3-2 scoreline in a thrilling contest with Donohill in Cahir on Saturday. There has been nothing between these sides this season as both finished joint top on identical records which necessitated a play off to decide the destination of the U12 Championship. Both sides produced entertaining games when they met during the league and they didn't disappoint on Saturday, once again producing great entertainment for the spectators. Celtic started the game well using the flanks to get in behind the Donohill defence but a few early crosses came to nothing. Both sides looked a bix anxious in the early stages as both were probably playing their biggest game to date. Donohill hit the front on 15 minutes when their striker headed to the net from a corner despite the best efforts of Daniel Keating. Celtic were rocked but kept their composure and were nearly level two minutes later when Ben Kelleher ran on to a through ball but the keeper advanced to smother his effort. Sean Mullins then did well to create an opportunity as Celtic chased an equaliser but his effort was off target. Donohill continued to pose a threat but the Celtic defence of Houlihan, Murphy and Gaffey held firm and when Donohill did manage to get past this trio Daniel Keating made a fine save. Celtic made the worst possible start to the second half when they conceded a second with just three minutes gone. They now had a huge task ahead of them but in fairness they got stuck in an gradually worked their way back into the game. Donohill has a strong defensive pairing so Celtic tried the wings to try and get back into the game. It paid dividend with 20 minutes remaining when Allan Compa's pass found Sean Mullins and he finished well to half the deficit. The goal breathed life into the Celtic challenge and they soon got on top as they chased an equaliser. They came desperately close two minutes later when Sean Mulllins header from a corner was scrambled off the line and Sean then saw his shot deflected onto the crossbar. Celtic were now dominant in midfield and poured forward again with Sean Mullins having an effort saved and then he set up Ben Kelleher who's effort was just off target. Ben was instrumental in Celtic's leveller with 10 minutes remaining. He received the ball in space and placed a fine pass into the path of Danny Byrne who was clear on goal. Danny still had a bit of work to do but his finish was perfect as he found the bottom corner to make it 2-2. Donohill tried to muster a response but the Celtic defence superbly marshalled by Conor Murphy remained rock solid. Just as throughts were turning to extra time Celtic again attacked down the flanks and this time Sean Mullins's inch perfect cross found Allan Compa who fired first time into the net to spark joyous scenes on the Celtic side line. Donohill tried hard for an equaliser but Celtic repelled their final push to hold on to the 3-2 lead that saw them over the line and crowned champions. It was a great game and you had to feel for Donohill who came so close only to be denied at the very death. It was a great end to the season and just reward for the efforts of coaches Shane, Vinnie, Ben and a fabulous squad of players. Well done to all involved.
Slievenamon Celtic 0 Clonmel Celtic 4, TSDL Youth Premier League, September 3rd 2022
Clonmel Celtic Youths travelled the short distance to play Slievenamon Celtic on Saturday. The home side had the better of the early exchanges but Celtic settled and started to get a foothold in the game. Some stout defending by the home team left the visitors frustrated and the first half finished scoreless. As the second half kicked off, Celtic started on the front foot but some good goal keeping by Sean Boyle for Slievenamon kept them at bay. Celtic finally made the break through in the 67th minute when good work down the right from Alex Greene produced a cross that Paddy Ormond volleyed to the back of the net. Celtic were 2 up after 72 minutes when Killian O’Brien’s shot crept in under the otherwise faultless Sean Boyle. Celtic continued to dominate and Slievenamon’s resistance was broken in the 89th minute through Jack Aylwards fine effort. Killian O’Brien rounded off the scoring in the 91st minute with a fine individual goal leaving the final score at 4-0. Aaron Costin gave a man of the match performance for Clonmel Celtic.
Cashel Town 0 Clonmel Celtic 1, TSSDL U13 Premier, September 3rd 2022
Clonmel Celtic U13s recorded a significant hard fought victory away to Cashel on Saturday with an early Rory O'Reilly goal proving enough to earn them all three points. This was a tough battle against a Cashel side who knew that victory for them would put them back into contention for the U13 title. The home side started brightly though it was Celtic that struck first in the third minute. A well worked corner between Sean Kiely and Kyle Ryan saw Kyle's pin point centre headed to the net by Rory O'Brien. Cashel came back strongly at Celtic with a few efforts that were off target. When they did manage to break through Fred French Davis got in a vital last ditch tackle and five minutes later Mickey Osieki produced a fine block as Cashel looked likely to score. Celtic defended resolutely and Kyle Ryan impressed in midfield picking out some fine passes as Celtic reached the break with their lead in tact. Celtic started the second half well with substitute Kareem Skarynski and Kyle Cuddy immediately making an impact. Sean Woods stung the hands of the keeper with a fine effort and Kyle Ryan then tried a shot from distance that was just off target. Despite a good period Celtic just couldn't get that all important second and Cashel rose their game as we entered the latter stages. However the Celtic defence, superbly marshalled by Oisin O'Reilly, held firm against Cashel's late rally to claim three important points.
Clonmel Celtic 7 Clonmel Town 0, TSDL Youth Premier League, August 27th 2022
Clonmel Celtic Youths marked their return to the TSDL Premier Youth League with a comprehensive 7-0 win against an understrength Clonmel Town. This was a fine performance from the Youths who played some lovely football and there were some standout performances. Celtic were on top from the first whistle and the only real surprise was the first half finished goalless as the home side dominated. It may have been a slight concern that there were unable to take any of the chances they created in the opening half with all the possession they had. Driven on by the industrious Aaron Costin and Daithi Hogan in midfield Celtic went at it from the start. Paddy Ormond put in two good crosses in the first 10 minutes with Jack Aylward forcing a save and Cillian O'Brien's header just off target. Celtic continued to probe and came even closer on 12 minutes when Julian Kerton got on the end of a fine crossfield pass from Jake Forristal and his first time effort struck the inside of the post. On 28 minutes a smart pass from Jack Aylward teed up man of the match Daithi Hogan and his shot produced a fine save. When Michael O'Reilly flashed a header wide when well positioned from a corner you began to wonder whether it was going to be one of those days and that thought occured again just before the break when Cillian O'Brien headed wide from a good position. The second half began with Celtic still in control and they finally broke the deadlock when Daithi Hogan bundled home from close range on 46 minutes. Town's resistance was finally broken and their challenge crumbled on the hour mark when Alex Greene fired low to the corner. Before they had time to recover it was 3-0 on 65 minutes after a fine run and finish by Daithi Hogan. Town simply couldn't cope with the onslaught and Jack Aylward scored on 66 minutes after the keeper saved Alex Greene's initial effort. Despite Celtic making a number of changes they still remained dominant and Jack Alyward got his second and Celtic's fifth with a neat finish after he was released by Adam Zorgati. With Michael O'Reilly, Ciaran Fitzpatrick and Jake Forristal snuffing out any semblance of a Town attack Celtic continued to pur forward. It was 6-0 on 75 minutes when Dominik Mendel, making his return to Celtic, scored from close range and Reece Farrell completed the rout on 81 minutes when he got on the end of the cross to fire home. A more than satisfactory start for Celtic.
Donohill 1 Clonmel Celtic 2, TSSDL U12 Championship, July 30th 2022
Celtic started with an attitude & determination demonstrated with a fine tackle from Danny Byrne inside two minutes and it was clear from the early stages Celtic were going to battle for everything..Both teams had half chances in the opening minutes. The breakthrough came in the 8th minute when Donohill keeper saved a shot from Danny Byrne but Adam Frejek followed up to score from close range to put the visitors ahead. Freddie Wall & Ben Kelleher were controlling midfield for Celtic superbly denying Donohill space & time to get into thier rhythm. The home team got an opportunity to draw level midway through first half when awarded a penalty but Daniel Keating in goal was up to the task getting down low to touch the ball onto the post & wide. U11 player Sean Mullins came on to make his U12 debut & caused the well organised Donohill defence problems with his runs from probing balls from Ben Kelleher & Freddie Wall, Both Celtic wingers Danny Byrne and Jakub Zadarko caused Donohill problems with thier runs. Both teams continued to create chances but the Celtic back line of Joe OBrien, Aidan Gaffey Shay Houlihan were up to the challenge playing some of their best football of the season.
The second half started with Donohill pressing early and they found an equaliser five minutes in when they broke through down the left and a fine effort narrowly beat the superb Daniel Keating in goal who got fingertip to it. With all to play for now both teams battled hard causing each other problems. Midway through the second half Celtic got what proved to be the winner when the Donohill keeper got a hand to Sean Mullins looping header and a goal line clearance by a Donohill defender ended up in thier own net . Both teams continued to press each other and the Celtic substitutes of Keelan Lee , Sean Callery, Kaine Hartery and Dylan Kennedy were all introduced and in the end all fourteen players contributed in what was a really tough game played in very difficult conditions. The win sees Celtic climb to the top of the table and although Donohill are a point behind with a game in hand they know they can't afford to drop any points as Celtic on their current form are ready to pounce and take full advantage of any slip up.
Clonmel Celtic 2 Slievenamon Celtic 0, TSSDL U12 Div 1, April 9th 2022
Shane and his coaching team couldn't have been happier with their side's first competitive game of soccer in the TSSDL U12 league that ended with a well deserved 2-0 win against Slievenamon Celtic in lovely sunshine in Ferryhouse his afternoon. Of course there are still things to work on but overall it was a brilliant debut from the boys who have been working hard for 4/5 years for this moment. It was an even enough first half with both sides producing some fine football. The Celtic midfield trio of Freddie Wall, Allan Compa and Danny Byrne belied their tender years with some lovely neat equisitive football that at times was a delight to watch. Celtic's first real attempt came on 8 minutes when Jakub Zadarko headed over from a corner. The visitors were also impressive in the early stages and Celtic's defensive trio of Joe O'Brien, Conor Murphy and Aidan Gaffey had to be rock solid to deny any openings. As the first half progressed Celtic cotinued to probe and nearly got the breakthrough but the keeper made a fine save from Adam Frejek. Slievenamon came close themselves a moment later when they got in behind the Celtic defence but he striker's effort was just off target. Celtic responded and the lively Ben Kelleher was almost in but his effort was cleared off the line as the first half finished scoreless. Celtic started the second half well forcing the visitors back and got the breakthrough five minutes in when Ben Kelleher broke through on the left and he kept his composure with a neat finish to the bottom corner to put Celtic 1-0 up. Celtic were well on top now and doubled their lead with a stunning effort from Ben Kelleher. From a similar position on the left he opted not to run this time instead choosing to shoot first time and his sumptous effort crashed off the bar and into the net to put Celtic 2-0 up. The visitors who battled gamely throughout tried to get back into the game but were denied by a fine save from Daniel Keating who got down low to smother an effort on goal. The Celtic defence held firm with Shay Houlihan and Dylan Kennedy not giving anything away as they denied Slievenamon a route back into the game. Celtic contined to threaten with the lively Josef Podzimek keeping the visitors defence on their toes. Celtic almost got a third with a stunning effort from Freddie Wall crashing off the bar and Ben Kelleher was denied his hat trick by the keeper. In the end Celtic can be more than happy with a very good performance in a very entertaining encounter that ended with a 2-0 win. On this performance a lot to look forward to!
Clonmel Celtic 6 Cullen Lattin 1, TSDL Youth League Div 2, March 6th 2022
Clonmel Celtic returned to top of the TSDL Division 2 Youth League with an impressive 6-1 win against Cullen Lattin on Saturday. Celtic's second half performance was arguably their best of the season as they scored 5 times without reply after the first half finished 1-1. It was an even enough first half with the visitors hitting the front on 15 minutes with a fine strike from Stephen Carey. Celtic slowly worked their way back into the game and were rewarded with an equaliser on 33 minutes when Paddy Ormond fired home from the penalty spot. The introduction of Julian Kerton at the break proved the turning point in the game as Celtic began to get on top in midfield. Indeed he made an immediate impact putting Celtic in front on 47 minutes when he got on the end of a Reece Farrell cross applying a fine finish. The goal really spurred Celtic on and on 58 minutes they made it 3-1 with an excellent long range shot from Paddy Ormond who spotted the keeper stranded. It was all Celtic at this stage and they made it four on 65 minutes when Alex Greene created an opening for himself in the box and he rifled to the net. Shane Bennett got in on the act on 74 minutes with a sweet finish from an Alex Greene centre. Alex Greene completed the scoring on 81 minutes with a rather fortuitous goal when a defender's attempted clearance rebounded off him and past the keeper to seal a very good 6-1 win for Celtic.
Clonmel Celtic 4 Cashel Town 3, TSDL Div 2 Youth League, November 27th 2021
Clonmel Celtic recovered from a dreadful start to pick up an important three points in a rip roaring contest with Cashel Town in Ferryhouse Saturday afternoon. The game was played at a hectic pace throughout and although it may have lacked quality the frenetic nature of the game kept the supporters entertained. Celtic nearly made the perfect start within two minutes when Shane Bennett got in behind the defence but his lifted effort over the advancing keeper just dropped the wrong side of the post. Celtic then pressed the self destruct button when a wayward pass out of defence fell to Shane Tarrant and he fired into an empty net to give the visitors the lead on 5 minutes. Just 8 minutes later another weak clearance fell to Evan O'Neill and he raced through and fired home to make it 2-0. The same player nearly put the game to bed midway through the first half with a fine shot that was inches wide. With Michael O'Reilly and Oisin O'Shea beginning to get a grip in midfield Celtic edged their way back into the game. On 35 minutes they came desperately close when Alex Greene's effort brought a brilliant reflex save from the Cashel keeper. Celtic continued to probe and halved the deficit on 38 minutes with a well crafted goal. Julian Kerton's ball to the back post was knocked back by Paddy Ormonde into the patch of Shane Bennett who made no mistake from close range. Just three minutes before the break Celtic level with another fine goal. Julian Kerton picked the ball up outside the box and he rifled a shot into the top corner to leave the score 2-2 at the break. Celtic were quick out of the blocks in the second half as they chased the lead. They seemed to lose their way a bit and Cashel got back into the contest and began to carry more of a threat going forward. Celtic made a few substitutions and these were key in turning the game back in their favour. Shane Bennett broke through on 64 minutes and beat the keeper but a Cashel defender got back to clear off the line. However from the resulting corner Celtic hit the front when Alex Greene worked himself some space in the box and fired home to make it 3-2. Cillian O'Brien then put in a good cross that found Shane Bennett but his header was just off target. Celtic got a fourth on 76 minutes when Cillian O'Brien scored from close range. David O'Dwyer scored late on for Cashel but it was a little too late as Celtic held on a for a good win.
Clonmel Celtic 6 Bansha Celtic 2, TSSDL Div 3 Cup S/F, November 20th 2021
Jack Aylward can be well pleased with his afternoon's work, 4 goals and 2 assists as Clonmel Celtic romped to a 6-2 win against Bansha Celtic yesterday to reach the Division 3 Cup final. Celtic were lively from the off with Jack Aylward and Matthew Downey both coming close early on. Joseph Devine in the Bansha goal also made a couple of good saves as the home side looked for an early break through. The early pressure paid off in the 12th minute when Jamie Brunnock played Jack Aylward in and his neat finish made it 1-0. Celtic doubled their lead five minutes later when Jack Aylward's free kick took a big deflection to deceive the Bansha keeper and put Celtic two up. Celtic kept the foot on the pedal and there was no doubting the third goal when Jack Aylward cut in from the right and fired to the top corner to put Celtic well in control. In fairness to the visitors, sensing that the game was getting away from them they made a few positional changes and worked their way back into the game. On 30 minutes a nice move was finished well and that left left the score 3-1 one at the break. Celtic lost their way a little and Bansha began to carry more of a threat and a neat finish 5 minutes into the second back brought them right back into the tie. After a fairly ropey period where Celtic were panicking and rushing decisions they gradually began to settle down and get on top again. They got a crucial fourth on the hour mark when Jamie Brunnock got on the end of a Jack Aylward free to make it 4-2. That goal knocked the visitors back a bit and any chance of a comeback was ended when Jack Aylward finished well to complete his hat trick. Bansha kept battling away but Celtic wrapped things up on 65 minutes when Mikey Maguire released Jack Aylward and he completed a great day by beating the advancing keeper to leave the final score 6-2 to Clonmel Celtic.
Cashel Town 0 Clonmel Celtic 2, TSSDL U15 Premier League, October 30th 2021
The lads travelled to Cashel this morning knowing only 3 points would be enough to claim their first league title. It was an understandably nervy start but they kept it tight and began playing themselves into the game and came close to scoring when Jack Aylward slid through Max Ryan who fired just wide. It was that same combination that led to Celtic's first Max battling furiously to hold off a defender and smash the ball through the goalkeeper into the goal for 1 nil. Celtic started to pass the ball well and. created more chances and after another spell of pressure John Brunnock broke through the Cashel defence only to be brought down by a defender in the box which saw the ref point to the spot. Captain Cillian O'Brien stepped up and held his nerve firing his penalty into the top corner despite the bedt efforts of the Cashel keeper. The second half saw Cashel make a bit of a comeback but our back four of Tadgh Maguire Paudie Ryan, Michael O' Reilly and Kyle Burke and later Micheal McMaugh were all outstanding today despite missing stalwart Jamie Ryan to suspension. Anything that did get through was dealt with by the calmest man at the game Rhys Lonergan. Celtic regained control of the midfield through Cillian, Jack Aylward, James Cleary and later Mikey Maguire and could of added a few more goals John Brunnock, Jack Norris, Jack Aylward, Senan O'Shea Michael O'Reilly and Jack Liot all going close. It was a real team performance and every single player stood up today from back to front and encapsulated what this team is all about and the final whistle saw the lads finally crowned league champions after a long and tough season.
Clonmel Celtic 3 St Kevins 2, TSSDL U15 Premier League, September 17th 2021
Friday evening saw a top of the table clash at Celtic Park as the lads looked to top the table against leaders St Kevin's.Celtic started well and following a few minutes of good play Jack Aylward played a majestic pass over the top to find John Brunnock's perfectly timed run, the big striker controlling beautifully before rounding the keeper and finishing to keep his scoring run going. The lads were playing good football and after several dangerous runs down the right the excellent Max Ryan beat his man and delivered a wicked cross to the back post for John Brunnock to rise and power home a header for our second goal.Celtic had few chances to stretch the lead, efforts from Max Ryan, Jack Aylward and Kyle Burke but the visitors were handed a reprieve after getting the benefit of the doubt on a dubious offside decision led to a St Kevin's striker heading home to make it 2-1. The following 10 minutes saw the game get a bit scrappy but Celtic restored their 2 goal cushion when John Brunnock and James Cleary combined to set up Max Ryan who finished well from close range. The second half saw Celtic dominate the ball and the back four of Tadgh Maguire, Jamie Ryan, Paudie Ryan, Kyle Burke and later Micheal McMaugh dealt well with the away side's long ball approach although Rhys Lonergan was called into action to make a fine stop to keep it 3 - 1.In truth Celtic were well worth their lead and played some nice passing football, the superb Michael O'Reilly, James Cleary, Cillian O'Brien and the rest of the midfield looking confident in possession. Celtic should of added a fourth when Mikey Maguire fed Jack Liot who crossed for Jack Aylward to volley goalward but with the help of the post the Kevins keeper did well to keep it out.Senan O' Shea and Jack Aylward had late chances but with a few minutes left Kevins pulled another back following a rare lapse in the Celtic defence to leave the lads to see out a nervy last few minutes in what was in all a very good performance, well done lads.
Clonmel Celtic 2 Bansha Celtic 1, TSDL Youth Div 2, September 11th 2021
Clonmel Celtic Youths maintained their unbeaten start to the season and in doing so climbed to the top of the table with a 2-1 win against Bansha Celtic yesterday. The delayed start to the game seemed to affect Celtic more initially as the visitors settled quicker and but for a brilliant double save by Oisin O'Donoghue in the Celtic goal Bansha would have had an early lead. Celtic gradually worked their way into the game and Senan Butler had a shot saved on 5 minutes. Just 7 minutes later Senan Butler set Alex Greene free down the right and Julian Kerton was on the end of his cross with a composed finish to put Celtic ahead. Celtic pushed for a second with Daithi Hogan and Paddy Ormonde having shots off target before Adam Zorgatti forced a save from the Bansha keeper on 29 minutes. The visitors were still very much in the game and Paddy Ormonde made a vital interception on 30 minutes but in the follow phase of play Celtic conceded a penalty. However Bill Quirke's penalty was expertly saved by Oisin O'Donoghue. Oisin was having a bit of a say in this game as two minutes later his pinpoint route one ball played in Shane Bennett who scored to make it 2-0 to Celtic. Senan Butler rattled the crossbar on 41 minutes as Celtic looked to wrap up this game by half time. Bansha began the second half well with Connal Grogan and Jack Bergin both coming close. Bansha continued to probe with Celtic now relying on counter attacks. Senan Butler and Julian Kerton both had shots saved as Celtic looked to put the game to bed. They couldn't get that insurance goal but they defended well as Bansha had to wait until the last minute when Jack Crowe scored from close range for what was to prove a consolation.
Clonmel Celtic 3 Clerihan 1, TSSDL U13 Premier League, September 8th 2021
Clonmel Celtic eventually got the better of a dogged Clerihan side to run out 3-1 winners in this lively encounter at Celtic Park last night. Celtic were without a number of regulars and this showed in the first half as they looked a bit disjointed. Although Sean Kiely and Kyle Ryan were lively on the flanks and Fred French Davis was his usual industrious self in midfield Celtic were creating very little in the final third. They also looked a little unsteady in defence with a few panicky clearances when a little composure was called for. Midway through the first half things got a little more difficult for Celtic when they fell behind. They failed to deal with a corner and the Clerihan striker fired home from close range. You felt it would take something special to get Celtic back into the game and Fred French Davis duly obliged. Picking the ball up outside the box Fred weaved past three players before firing past the keeper for a brilliant solo effort to bring Celtic level. Celtic made a couple of substitutions at half time that ultimately turned the game in their favour. Adam Linnard steadied things at the back and between himself and Ali they effectively snuffed out any Clerihan threat. Celtic began to press a little more and second half subsitututes Fred Wall and Danny Byrne began to work the Clerihan defence a bit more. Although Kyle Ryan always looked a threat when he got the ball Celtic still struggled to create clearcut chances and they were a little fortunate when they did get the lead goal.