Today's topic of conversation is Glasgow Rangers Football club and the fact that the are likely to go out of business, at least that is the current thinking. As a general point, why is it that rich individuals, who have succeeded in business, do not follow the same methods when they take over a football club?
Anyway, the point. I have read a lot of comments by people who seem, on the face of it, to be absolutely delighted that Rangers are at risk of going bust. My response would be to say 'Be careful of what you wish for.' The current deal with Sky has four Old Firm derbies at the core , presumably because these are the most watched games North of the Border. If these matches did not take place, what would Sky T.V.'s reaction be?
The other point is what would the effect be on Glasgow Celtic. Not having a close competitor will mean that Celtic will not have to play at a high standard week in week out. Then, when they get to European games, they will be on the losing side as they do not have the necessary skills to complete on the same level as the European clubs. On solution would be for Celtic to petition to join the English League. The easiest way for this to happen is to buy a current club, there are many that would welcome the influx of cash and players that would result from being taken over by Glasgow Celtic.
Anyway, that's all for today. More tomorrow!
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