The sending-off incident was pivotal in helping Celtic secure the league title, yet Lundstram bizarrely chose to feature it as a career highlight.

It appears the penchant for puzzling self-promotion isn’t limited to Lundstram alone.

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However, Ibrox boss Philippe Clement has revealed they could be without Sima. They’re not quite sure about how long he will be out for but believe he has some part to play in May, he just doesn’t know when. Last week the Belgian said it would be at least a couple of weeks for recovery.

Before Celtic get to the Glasgow Derby they have Hearts at home, a club that has beaten them twice already this season. If they want to be in a good position themselves going into that game, nothing else but a win will help their cause.

The bhoys in green are hopeful they will have Daizen Maeda back for the run-in and the Japanese star is expected back in training this week. Whether he gets a start against Hearts remains to be seen.

The last Glasgow Derby ended 3-3. Gers fans went into that game very confident and by the end of the tie they were delighted they had managed to steal a draw.

The game at Celtic Park will be highly contested, and if the bhoys are to lift the league, they need to go and win the next two games!

Football is a broad church and brings out all sorts of different faiths, beliefs and superstitions. After the Celtic support were put through the mill on Saturday afternoon and penalties commenced, even atheists in the crowd might have looked to the heavens for a helping hand!

The clip zoomed in shows the supporter blessing himself and obviously negotiating with the big man upstairs before the ball left the penalty spot.

Joe managed to save it and, in doing so, won the game for Celtic. The fan in question might have just thought his prayer had been answered!

Fucking buckled at the fan in background blessing himself before Joe Hart saves the penalty 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/Uyt6x8sFt2

— amc (@AMC__88) April 22, 2024

Celtic fell behind against Aberdeen early on but managed to pull themselves 2-1 in front and looked to be heading for the final. Aberdeen had different plans and scored a late goal to take the game into extra time. Again Celtic took the lead, but with very little time remaining on the clock, the Dons hit back once again, refusing to leave the Hampden stage without a fight.

Penalties it was, and when Celtic took the initiative, Joe Hart shocked everyone in attendance by taking the 5th penalty for the Hoops. The Englishman missed his chance to be the hero from the spot, but he redeemed himself on the goal line. Perhaps with a little help from above!

This display, set against the backdrop of flares and pyrotechnics from the stands, sent a clear message of support. Celtic would score all their goals after the break in a 3-0 win, an own goal to kick things off then Paulo Bernardo’s second-half strike further cemented the victory, before Matt O’Riley got in on the act.

This win was especially significant as it means Celtic head to Ibrox next week top of the league, Rangers securing a 3-1 victory over Hibs the day before. The call to action from the supporters was unmistakable – they wanted their team to continue the fight for the Premiership title and that’s what they managed to do in the second half.

When the bhoys came out for the second half. 🔥🍀 pic.twitter.com/C7ObHZsnce

— Craig (@CraigCelt) March 31, 2024

The team’s recent performances have been buoyed by the return of key players from injuries, notably CCV and Reo Hatate, providing a significant lift. The presence of Celtic fans in three stands at Livingston, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a home game was a major plus. Next week at Ibrox, there will be zero Celtic fans in the building and the team must do it on their own.

With lyrics from the song “Freedom’s Sons,” the banner read: “Born into slavery, they were freedom’s sons.”

With today’s game taking place on Easter Sunday, a number of supporters have paid recognition to the Easter Rising in Ireland, which took place from April 24th to 29th, 1916.

With Celtic’s significant historic connection to Ireland, it’s clear to see why some felt the need to mark the occasion pre-match.

Celtic supporters have certainly been in fine voice in the first half, with the atmosphere heightened by the traveling support.

Livingston away historically marks an occasion for as many Celtic fans as possible to pack the Almondvale Stadium in West Lothian, and today has been no different so far.

In a stadium where Celtic have at times struggled over the years, they will need as much support as possible, and that is clearly what they are being given.

The SPFL confirmed on Friday that Celtic will be given a 5% allocation for their fans at Ibrox and vice versa for their city rivals at Parkhead from next season onwards.

Such an increase is a step in the right direction and much more worthwhile than having 700, 800, or even no travelling supporters. It makes the fixture a much greater spectacle and arguably adds an extra edge to the games.

Sutton, who only ever played in derbies where the away allocation was as big as can be, is positive surrounding the latest update. He said: [RecordSport] “At last they have seen a bit of sense and around 2500 is certainly better than nothing.

“It’s too late for this season and we’ll have no away supporters for the remaining two encounters.

“The only hope is the clubs see the difference next season and it persuades them to bring back the proper allocation and restore the fixture to former glory.”

Most people within Scottish football are seemingly delighted with the latest update. Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers admitted it wasn’t before time.

He hopes, similarly to Sutton, that it will eventually get back to what it was in future and that derbies can return to the way they always were.

“With Callum, we have to think about it and it comes into the thinking, especially on the back of an international break. “We’re all hopeful in the future we’ll have quality grass pitches here and supporters will see the best possible game that they can. “But at this moment, we play on the plastic pitch, and we have to deal with it. And we think about team selection, and from Callum’s perspective, it’s too much of a risk.” At the heart of the midfield, the 30-year-old is key to Celtic. He has been missing for the past few weeks but there is a very good chance he will play at Ibrox, according to the manager. Having McGregor back in for the visit to Govan would provide the team with an almighty boost going into arguably the biggest game of their season. He is nothing short of key, particularly in the derbies, where the five-time treble-winner comes to the fore.

It was the first time the veteran stopper was ever ordered off, and he has admitted that how he celebrated was a normal way for him to act, but he was slightly surprised the cameras picked up on it. “That was naughty”, he told Glasgow Times. “There was no need for that clip. I was just watching the game and reacting how I would like to react. “I know we’re in public and people are free to do what they want. I think that was footage from the live cameras they were setting up for the interviews after. So that was a shame. “But that was Daizen scoring an absolute banger to make it three. I’d liked to have celebrated with him obviously but that’s what it was. “Of course [the fans loved it]. But it’s me. That’s how I am. That’s the truth. It’s a shame as you want to feel comfortable to express yourself in a controlled environment, but that’s modern-day life.” This weekend at Livingston, Celtic cannot afford any mishaps. Hart staying on the pitch for 90 minutes would be ideal, and fans would be greatly pleased with a similar scoreline to what their last trip to Almondvale ended. Kick-off tomorrow is at midday, and the game is live on Sky Sports.

Indeed, winger Yang, who has just served a two-match suspension, has come back from international duty with South Korea under-23s with a slight, and unexpected, issue.

Speaking to the media this afternoon at Lennoxtown, manager Brendan Rodgers commented on the Hoops’ number 13. He said: [Celtic FC on YouTube] “Yang has come back with a bit of tightness.

“We just need to make sure that’s nothing more serious. He obviously played 2 60 minutes and a 30 minutes while he was away so he’s come back a little bit tight so we just need to check and make sure he’s okay.”

It remains to be seen whether the 21-year-old will feature on Sunday due to his issue but if he doesn’t, fans shouldn’t have many worries.

Nicolas Kuhn is beginning to hit form while Daizen Maeda getting a run of games is only beneficial. In addition, James Forrest has thrown his hat into the ring for a starting berth with his recent cameos.

Even with the absences of Yang, Luis Palma, and Callum McGregor, The Bhoys should have enough to get past a Livingston team who all season, have been down in the dumps.