AAL OR NOTHING; CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: CELTIC 0 AALBORG 0 Celts must go for glory away from home.Byline: By JOHN DOCHERTY John Docherty (born in Glasgow) is a Scottish football manager most notable for his achievements as manager of Millwall. Having previously been manager of Cambridge United and Brentford, he was appointed Millwall manager in May 1986 following the departure of George Graham CELTIC Celt·ic also Kelt·ic n. A subfamily of the Indo-European language family comprising the Insular and the Continental branches. adj. Of or relating to the Celtic people and languages. last night blew the opportunity to get their Champions League quest off to a flying start. Gordon Strachan's side had to settle for a 0-0 draw against Danish minnows Aalborg at Parkhead. And there was no-one more frustrated than midfielder Barry Robson Barry Robson (born November 7, 1978 in Aberdeen) is a Scottish footballer who currently plays for (and captains) Dundee United in the Scottish Premier League. His usual positions are on the left wing or in central midfield. who had a costly miss from the penalty spot. Celtic should have taken the lead just before the half-hour mark when referee Matteo Trefoloni pointed to the spot after defender Steve Olfers brought down Shaun Maloney. But the fans cheers turned to groans as Robson's weak effort was blocked by the legs of goalkeeper Karim Zaza. CAPTION(S): BY GEORGIOS Samaras goes close in the second half |
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