It came as a surprise when Brendan Rodgers announced his starting lineup to take on the Rangers this morning.
Liam Scales paired Gustaf Lagerbielke at the center of the Hoops defense after Nat Phillips, who was widely anticipated to be included in the starting eleven, was left out of the whole match-day roster.
It came as a surprise when Brendan Rodgers announced his starting lineup to take on the Rangers this morning.
Liam Scales paired Gustaf Lagerbielke at the center of the Hoops defense after Nat Phillips, who was widely anticipated to be included in the starting eleven, was left out of the whole match-day roster.
“So Nat comes in, and before signing him, we spoke with Liverpool, and that was one of the things we took into account. that following the international break, he would be prepared.
“Therefore, we must respect that. He plays for Liverpool, but after the following several weeks, he’ll be fit enough to participate.
Additionally, Paulo [Bernardo]. Over the course of the preseason, he hasn’t played enough football. Therefore, we must examine him.
He’ll travel with the Portugal u21 squad, where he’ll hopefully play some games, before returning and being evaluated further.
Now that the international break is approaching, Rodgers will have time to work with Phillips to familiarize him with Celtic’s playing style.
In addition, he will have the opportunity to practice and work alongside Lagerbielke since, despite Liam Scales’ superb performance this afternoon, he is expected to accompany the Swedish defender in the center of Celtic’s defense.
On September 16, the SPFL match between Celtic and Dundee will be played at home. As the Celtics continue their campaign to defend their league title, the fans will be hoping to see Phillips in action along with the other two new arrivals, Paulo Bernardo and Lius Palma.
