Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers expressed his satisfaction with his team’s performance after they secured a 2-0 victory over Dundee, which extended their lead at the top of the Premiership to nine points ahead of Rangers. Despite the impressive result, Rodgers emphasized that his focus remains on Celtic and their upcoming matches.
In addition to the win, Rodgers provided an update on the availability of players such as Adam Idah, Nicolas Kuhn, and Callum McGregor for the upcoming Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Aberdeen. He remains confident in his team’s ability to continue their strong start to the season, highlighting their performance in both attacking and defensive aspects of the game.
Despite the significant lead over Rangers, Rodgers acknowledged the strong start by Aberdeen and the competitive nature of the league. He emphasized that it is still early in the season and that there is a long way to go before any conclusions can be drawn about the title race.
Rodgers made several changes to the Celtic lineup for the Dundee match, which eventually paid off with goals from Alistair Johnston and Arne Engels securing the victory. While acknowledging that his team missed some early chances, Rodgers was pleased with the overall performance and the way his players approached the game.
Looking ahead, Rodgers remains focused on maintaining Celtic’s momentum and staying committed to their winning ways. With key players returning to fitness and the team showing strong form, he is optimistic about their prospects in the upcoming matches. As the season progresses, the competition at the top of the Premiership is expected to intensify, but Rodgers is confident in his team’s ability to rise to the challenge and continue their pursuit of success.
