Ryan Murray

Ryan Murray

Hi, I'm Ryan- avid football fan and journalist (hopefully you'll agree with the latter). I even played to a reasonable level at one point. My life is consumed by the beautiful game- whether its tinkering with tactical shape, mulling over the historic formation of a club from distant shores, or attempting to chart every granular movement of the club I love- an hour rarely floats by without locking in to a fresh footballing thought stream. My particular passion lies within the Scottish game- for me, its controversies, charisma and undeniable charm put it ahead of European's big leagues as a spectacle. For those who degrade or deride its quality- get a grip, give it a watch, and enjoy eating some humble pie. Even better, its turbulent narratives read more like a toxic thriller than the typical football pantomime you find elsewhere. Actually, with that in mind, its perhaps best not to mention who I support...... .

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - FEBRUARY 17: The Celtic team acknowledge their fans after the UEFA Europa Conference League Knockout Round Play-Off Leg One match between Celtic FC and FK Bodoe/Glimt at Celtic Park on February 17, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Former Rangers player criticises Celtic star’s comments

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9 May 1998: Celtic Coach Wim Jansen and Murdo McLeod celebrate after a Scottish Premier League match against St Johnstone at Celtic Park in Glasgow, Scotland. Celtic won the match 2-0 to become the league champions. Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill/Allsport

Postecoglou and Van Bronckhorst pay tribute to Celtic hero Wim Jansen

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Celtic fans. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Celtic’s ticket allocation for upcoming away game slashed

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MONACO, MONACO - SEPTEMBER 16: Cesc Fabregas of AS Monaco during the UEFA Europa League group B match between AS Monaco and Sturm Graz at Stade Louis II on September 16, 2021 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Jonathan Moscrop/Getty Images)

Former Celtic star makes incredible Cesc Fabregas claim

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ROME, ITALY - NOVEMBER 04: Ola Solbakken of FK Bodo/Glimt celebrates with teammates after scoring their team's first goal during the UEFA Europa Conference League group C match between AS Roma and FK Bodo/Glimt at Stadio Olimpico on November 04, 2021 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Vidar Riseth has sent a Bodo/Glimt warning to Celtic

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 25: Dundee United manager Tam Courts applauds his players during the Cinch Scottish Premiership match between Celtic FC and Dundee United at on September 25, 2021 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Dundee United player gets ban for tackle on Celtic star

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GRANADA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 13: Manuel Pellegrini, manager of Real Betis looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between Granada CF and Real Betis at Nuevo Estadio de Los Carmenes on September 13, 2021 in Granada, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Ange Postecoglou reveals Celtic plans vs Real Betis

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - AUGUST 19: Nir Bitton of Celtic celebrates with team-mates Virgil van Dijk and Scott Brown after scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League Qualifying Round Play off First Leg match between Celtic and Malmo FF at Celtic Park on AUGUST 19, 2015 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Steve Welsh/Getty Images)

Should Nir Bitton be a regular in the heart of Celtic’s midfield?

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SAITAMA, JAPAN - AUGUST 03: Reo Hatate #13 of Team Japan reacts during the Men's Football Semi-final match between Japan and Spain on day eleven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Saitama Stadium on August 03, 2021 in Saitama, Japan. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)

3 left-backs who could solve Ange’s Celtic problem

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MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND - OCTOBER 16: Ange Postecoglou, Manager of Celtic arrives at the stadium prior to the Cinch Scottish Premiership match between Motherwell FC and Celtic FC at Fir Park on October 16, 2021 in Motherwell, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Ange Postecoglou has a huge Celtic starting XI decision to make

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