Cristian Gamboa

Take it neither of yous watched him when he had a run of games in the league, there was * all wrong with his defending, actually defended better than Lustig at the time. Performs well time and time again for Costa Rica against top opposition.

He could be the answer to our problems at right back if given a fair * chance.

 

He was a liability at times for Costa Rica at the World Cup. He's pish and not good enough.

 

Agree with the general consensus

Gives a 100%, lightning pace and suits certain formations.

But he's too weak defensivley to be relied upon on a week in week out basis.

Descent squad payer imo

nothing more

 

hes not good enough .you have your opinion and fair enough but the guy is a * defender.

 

seems to bring the same problems on the right we had with Izaguirre on the left. good back up but I'm sure we can do better.

 

Celtic full-back Cristian Gamboa is optimistic he can still have a part to play at the club after coming in from the cold to play against his former club Rosenborg last week.

The 28-year-old Costa Rican internationalist had brought in his own personal trainer last season as he sought to maintain a level of fitness in order that he would make the World Cup given the lack of game time at Celtic. It seemed inevitable that he would move on this summer but recent injuries have showcased the requirement for defensive numbers at the club.


“I think the manager knows I can perform in games like this one, especially so soon after the World Cup,” said Gamboa. “He trusts me in these type of games so I’m happy with him, happy with the club and the people around it. I always said Celtic is a fantastic club, my family are happy here and I still have one more year of my contract.

"You need to be professional. It’s difficult sometimes for your head but I always give my best in training and when I have been given games. The World Cup was good for me, I got a run and I have come back to Celtic hoping for the same s I will just keep going. Keep working hard. There are a lot of good players around but that’s the way it is at a big club.”

Gamboa’s inside knowledge may have a contribution to make this week, too. Ironically it was Gamboa whom Rosenborg turned to as a replacement for Mikael Lustig when the Swede left Trondheim for Celtic in 2012.

“I had three years there so I know a lot of people there and have many friends,” said the right-back. "It will be really nice to play in the stadium again. They have kept six or seven of the players from my time there so they have a very solid base which has been in place for more than three years. They keep the same 4-3-3 formation and they will never change.

“This is Rosenberg, they are what they are. They will try to get an early goal but that is tricky against us because we have good players up front. They will need to be aware of that but I think it will be an open game.”

His manager, Brendan Rodgers, is in no mood to entertain the thought of cashing in on the player now.

We need experienced players like him,” he said. “Last year was probably difficult with not playing and maybe not even making the bench because you don’t need that sort of position so much. It is difficult but he has always kept his professionalism. We have always had good communication and my message has always just been be ready.

“He did exceptionally well I thought [against Rosenborg]. It was nice for him to play against his old team, to go and show that level. He held up very, very well. His experience in that back four is important as well because they are so young.”

 

Seems to be quite humble and positive.I hope he kicks on and starts playing like he played at the world cup.Hes the only defender Naymar didnt score against at the world cup.

 

Brendan few weeks ago

“Should be interest in Gamboa”

In that interview

“Need experience like him”

Footballs a funny old business!

 

To be honest I think Brendan just * the media about for a laugh, he always says one thing one week then a different thing the next. The players will know if they are wanted at the club or not.

 

Didn't seem to use his pace and get to the byeline in midweek which was disappointing. Was hoping he'd breakthrough with confidence gained at the WC

 

Fantastic achievement.

 

He was rapid all night mate a few times he got there and got a delivery in!

 

Honestly didn't see that, but that's football

 

Yes every time I have heard him interviewed seems to be a very decent grounded lad and has not let us down when he has played. I would be perfectly fine with him starting again on the right on Wednesday night over in Norway.

 

Thought he had a decent game.

 

Given the chance I think he would do well for us. Not easy trying to gel with our defence

 

Loves a slide tackle