Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers recently shared his thoughts on Aberdeen’s performance and their potential as title contenders after a 2-2 draw at Parkhead. Despite acknowledging Aberdeen as a good team, Rodgers pointed out the luxury they have of playing only once a week without the added pressure of European competition. This allows Aberdeen to focus on training, preparation, and maintaining high energy levels for their matches.
Rodgers praised Aberdeen for their coaching and ability to capitalize on opportunities, especially after coming back from a 2-0 deficit against Celtic. However, he expressed disappointment in his team’s inability to secure a victory, attributing the result to a “careless” period during the match. According to Rodgers, Celtic lacked aggression in pressing and made mistakes that ultimately cost them the win.
Looking ahead, Rodgers emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and finding the killer instinct needed to secure victories in future games. While he acknowledged Aberdeen’s strong performance in the match, Rodgers believes that Celtic should have been able to secure the win, highlighting areas for improvement and the need for better execution on the field.
As the season progresses, both Celtic and Aberdeen will continue to compete for the title, with Rodgers recognizing the potential of his team’s opponents. Despite the early stages of the competition, Rodgers remains optimistic about Celtic’s chances and is determined to address the issues that led to the draw against Aberdeen. With a focus on improving performance and minimizing mistakes, Rodgers is confident that Celtic can maintain their position as title contenders and achieve success in the upcoming matches.
