Celtic's Set-Piece Analytics, Transfer Models & The Steve Clarke Exit | Huddle Breakdown

In this episode of the Huddle Breakdown, we dissect Celtic's major coaching hire as Ross Grant joins the club as a dedicated set-piece specialist. We dive into the underlying data, analytical xG metrics, and what Grant's tactical history means for the Hoops' defensive structure and attacking variation. The team also pulls back the curtain on Celtic's frustrating transfer model, exploring why deals like the Marcello Saracchi and Mark Fotheringham negotiations stall under Dermot Desmond's rigid financial guardrails and the club's unique corporate listing. Finally, we react to the breaking news of Steve Clarke stepping down as Scotland manager following their World Cup exit, offering a harsh reality check on the national team's identity crisis and the broader geopolitical challenges facing modern Scottish football.