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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Tennis balls at St Andrews were funny. The statement that followed wasn't. This week: Celtic board vs the support, why domestic trophies don't excuse Europe, and @celticbynumbers.bsky.social Speedboat League on why the league table lies 📊🍀

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Man City's case has big echoes of Rangers 2012, and @Alan_Morrison67 says City and Rangers fans were victims too: "they were sold a lie." Plus: is McGregor at a hinge point, why Celtic's pressing numbers are misleading, and O'Neill's future. New Extra Time.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Man City's case is front-page news from Nepal to Malta. In Scotland? Crickets. 🤐 @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social on the Rangers 2012 parallels nobody here will print, plus why Celtic have lost the plot tactically and how to fix it. Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

42% of Rangers' pressures won the ball back on Sunday. That's the highest we've recorded in 6+ seasons of data. @Alan_Morrison67 is back and says this wasn't bad effort, it was a systemic collapse. Plus: what Celtic's £4.8m loss really means. 🍀 #CelticFC #CELRAN Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Worst home xG difference vs Rangers since records began. 3 shots to 14. Long balls at 3x our norm. 📉 @databhoys joins @jucojames.bsky.social to break down Sunday's debacle, Celtic's "Frankenstein" tactics & Martin O'Neill's future. 🎧 New Huddle Breakdown out now 👇

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Celtic 1-3 Ferencváros. No press triggers. No plan. Nothing. @jucojames.bsky.social : it's a Frankenstein — half Ange, half Rodgers, working as neither. Full tactical breakdown + Glasgow Derby preview 👇 #Celtic #CelticFC #GlasgowDerby

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Rangers didn't produce a tactical masterclass. They just did the obvious thing, and Celtic's game model had no answer. 🧵 @jucojames.bsky.social breaks down the Ibrox collapse with @databhoys (on X) and previews Ferencváros. 🍀 #CelticFC Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The data says Celtic have a major defensive problem — and Sunday at Ibrox is the test. 🚨 New Extra Time: St Johnstone review, Hassan's wild benchmarking numbers, Sam Johnstone's debut & a full Glasgow Derby preview with Heath Timpe. 🍀 Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

"It's like Jupiter — him and then a bunch of moons going around him." 🪐 @jucojames.bsky.social Hassan's gravity, Scales the dynamic left back, and why the Scottish Premiership is suddenly box office. @quinny3001.bsky.social joins the show to break down Celtic's 2-1 win at St Mirren ⤵️

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Duran can't stop scoring and Celtic just signed a €4m teenager who might be the steal of the window. 🍀 We rated EVERY new signing with @jucojames and guest scout @heathtimpe — then previewed first vs second at St Mirren. New Extra Time is out now 👇

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Hassan's first real look at Celtic Park projected to 45 pack dribbles per 90. The highest season average @celticbynumbers.bsky.social has recorded in 12 years is 15. He also had zero shots and gave the ball away 14 times. New Huddle Breakdown 👇 @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Four goals up. Out of the Champions League.Alan: that's not variance, that's bad planning — and the pattern has cost Celtic up to £300m.The LASK collapse, the Europa League draw ranked by Elo, and a Falkirk preview. New Extra Time below👇 @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

3-0 up and travelling to Linz. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social on how Celtic finish the job: "You've got to suck the hope out of them." Mid-block or high line. Scales or Carter-Vickers. Astana flashbacks. @jucojames.bsky.social New Huddle Breakdown 👇 #CelticFC #UCL #CelticLASK

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Celtic scored three worldies from 0.89 xG and lost the packing battle. Callum McGregor was packed 31 times — a number he's only hit against Bayern, Dortmund, Real Madrid and Milan. New Extra Time is up. Link below. 🍀 @jucojames.bsky.social @celticbynumbers.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Celtic beat Dundee Utd 4-0 and lost the xG battle. 19 shots conceded. Sinisalo made zero saves. McGregor's defensive numbers collapsed without Engels. What the packing data says about Celtic's structure — and whether it holds up against LASK. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We asked an Austrian football expert what Celtic are actually walking into this week. Tom Baumgartner (@OtherBundesliga) on Kühbauer's rescue job, Adeniran the battering ram and the set-piece threat. Free for everyone this week 👇 @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

@celticbynumbers.bsky.social found a SkillCorner EPV chart where Haissem Hassan adds more in-possession value than Lamine Yamal. Only two players in Europe's top five leagues rank above him for ball carrying. The catch is on the other axis. 👀 Plus LASK with @OtherBundesliga 👇

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Flag Day win ✅ but the real story is HOW Celtic used Hogh and Duran. 5 touches in the box, 4 shots — the numbers say Hogh is fine. The system? Not so much. Full data breakdown + LASK draw first look 🍀📊 Link below @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Is Alistair Johnston heading to the Premier League? 🍀 We break down Celtic’s transfer window, Rangers' "ultra-staunch" ownership pivot, and the tactical trouble brewing at Hearts. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Are Celtic ready for Europe? 🍀 We break down the Kasper Hogh signing, dissect the squad's defensive red flags, and bid an emotional farewell to Daizen Maeda. Plus, a rant on Scottish refereeing transparency. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social @laurab88.bsky.social Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Are Celtic's transfer targets enough for the Champions League? 🍀 We break down the Kasper Hogh and Haissem Hassan rumors, panic over our midfield depth, and react to a disastrous week for Scottish clubs in Europe. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

The Celtic transfer window has finally sparked to life! 🌋 We’re breaking down the encouraging transfer rumors, checking in on Camilo Durán's energy, and discussing the constructive takeaways from the SFA's Ibrox report. Link below. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @laurab88.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Are Celtic's boardroom issues causing transfer paralysis? 🍀 We break down the explosive AGM minutes and what it all means for the midfield rebuild. Plus, our Spain vs. Argentina World Cup Final preview! ⚽️ Link below 👇 @jucojames.bsky.social @celticbynumbers.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🍀 New episode of "The Huddle Breakdown" is live! We're breaking down Celtic's preseason progress and a deep dive into Duran's debut, CCV's elite defensive impact, and our Argentina vs. England World Cup predictions. Link below. @jucojames.bsky.social @celticbynumbers.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Are Celtic painting themselves into a corner? 🎨From underwhelming friendlies to a chaotic, short-term transfer strategy under Martin O’Neill, we break down the data behind Duran, Ox, & Iheanacho. @jucojames.bsky.social @celticbynumbers.bsky.social Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Is Camilo Duran the tactical answer Celtic needs, or just another squad filler? 🇨🇴⚽️ We break down the data, voice serious concerns over the midfield rebuild, and talk World Cup fallout! @jucojames.bsky.social @celticbynumbers.bsky.social Link below!

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

🍀 Celtic's new set piece coach Ross Grant is in—but how will it change the team's tactical style? Plus, why Elijah Just is a data-backed "must-sign" from the SPFL, a Shelbourne pre-season preview, and World Cup reactions! Link below. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

🍀 Moves at Celtic. Is Ross Grant the tactical missing piece for the Hoops? 📊 We break down the set-piece data, the reality of Celtic’s rigid transfer model, and the fallout from Steve Clarke stepping down as Scotland boss. Link below. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Is bureaucratic paralysis stalling Celtic's summer progress? 🍀 Plus, we dissect Scotland's World Cup tactical errors vs Brazil 🇧🇷 and look at the massive metric-driven overhaul happening at Hearts. 📊 Link below. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

A fresh chapter for Celtic's backroom staff, Hearts' exciting analytical leap with Vrancken, and the tactical blueprint for Scotland to secure a historic World Cup knockout spot against Brazil! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⚽️ Link below. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Are Celtic losing their competitive edge? 📉 Data shows a worrying drop below the league average in counter-pressing & set-piece xG. Plus: Why Derek McInnes to Rangers might not be the home run they think. Link below. @jucojames.bsky.social @celticbynumbers.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Total paralysis at Celtic, a massive tactical pivot for Rangers with McInnes, and new IFAB rules taking over the World Cup. 🤯 Scottish football is beautifully chaotic right now. @jucojames.bsky.social @celticbynumbers.bsky.social Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Is Celtic's board already ruining Martin O'Neill's return by nickel-and-diming his staff? Also, we break down the massive new IFAB rule changes set to debut at the World Cup and how they'll impact Celtic's tactical edge next season. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social Link below:

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Martin O'Neill back to Celtic? 🍀 The guys break down the tactical chaos of a massive squad pivot, Celtic's slow recruitment pipeline, and Scotland's World Cup warm-ups. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Are Celtic willfully underspending? 🏟️ With a squad cost ratio sitting safely at ~50% and massive cash reserves, the board has the capacity for major surgery—but Desmond's dated financial guardrails are choking a vital summer rebuild. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Does a double win hide the truth? 📉 The data shows Celtic is at a dangerous seven-year performance precipice. With poor recruitment catching up, who can survive the boardroom to fix the squad? Martin O'Neill? Robbie Keane? w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

"The fans weren't being listened to." 🍀 Celtic legend Paul McStay joins us to break down the Season Ticket Alliance, fighting for supporter representation on the board, and restoring Celtic’s European ambition. Watch/Listen below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

The trophies are in the cabinet, but the data doesn’t lie. 📊 We look at how Celtic overcame negative variance to clinch the double, the reality of MON's "cautious" tactics, and what Shankland to Rangers means for the rebuild. 👇 w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Did referee bias actually decide the league? 🧐 Alan breaks down the official KMI data to debunk the wildest Scottish football conspiracy theories, plus a full recap of the Dunfermline Cup victory! 🏆 w @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

The SFA has released the VAR audio from the Celtic vs. Hearts match. We break down the timeline, look at the final "Speedboat League" underlying data, and preview the Scottish Cup Final against Dunfermline. 🍀⚽️ w/ @jucojames.bsky.social & @celticbynumbers.bsky.social Link below

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Champions again! 🏆 Celtic pulls off one of the most exciting league finishes in history. From second-half tactical masterstrokes to the post-match pitch invasion row, we break down EVERYTHING. Link below. @celticbynumbers.bsky.social, @jucojames.bsky.social, @laurab88.bsky.social

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Last-gasp winner, VAR controversy, and a title on the line! 🍀 We break down the "Schrödinger’s Handball" at Motherwell and preview Saturday’s massive championship decider vs. Hearts. w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social Listen in! Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Maeda’s overhead kick? Sensational. 🚲 The Rangers press? Crumbled. 📉 We break down the Derby dominance and preview the midweek trip to Fir Park! #CelticFC #OldFirm w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social, @jucojames.bsky.social & @laurab88.bsky.social Link below!

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Can data predict the Derby? 📊 We break down the "variance monster" haunting Rangers, defend Nygren’s POTY stats, and look at the injury blow that could shift the Glasgow Derby. 🍀⚽️ w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social Link below!

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Hearts stun Rangers, Celtic survive Hibs, and the title race is officially in the "Chaos Zone." 📈 Are we watching a Scottish football renaissance or a battle of the "crap"? w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social, @jucojames.bsky.social & @laurab88.bsky.social Link below!

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Can Celtic outrun the "Variance Monster"? 📈 We’re breaking down the Speedboat League, the PSG/Bayern culture war, and why the trip to Easter Road is a 50/50 toss-up. #CelticFC #SPFL #Analytics #ExtraTime w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social Link below!

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Maeda is world-class, but is Celtic’s squad management stuck in the past? 🍀 We break down the Falkirk win, record-breaking data, and the "variance" defining the SPFL title race. 📉⚽️ w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social Link below.

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Is Celtic’s league position a "hard luck story" or poor recruitment? 📉 Alan breaks down the "Imagine League" while James identifies the midfield "jailbreak" threat ahead of the Falkirk clash. w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social Link below!

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Celtic are through to the final, but the "hibernation" continues. 😴 From a 220 packing score to 34 minutes without a shot—is a lack of coaching the real crisis? Plus, the Tierney & Iheanacho fitness puzzle. w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & @jucojames.bsky.social Link below!

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The Huddle Breakdown @huddlebreakdown.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

St. Mirren’s radical new style, Celtic’s tempo trap, and a title race projected to come down to the "bounce of a ball" ⚽️📊. The latest Speedboat League data is IN. w/ @celticbynumbers.bsky.social & Martin Murphy Link below! #CelticFC #COYBIG

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