Celtic have progressed to the Scottish League Cup final after a comfortable win over Aberdeen. Despite Aberdeen’s strong start to the season and their recent 2-2 draw with Celtic at Parkhead, both fans and manager Brendan Rodgers were prepared for a challenging match. However, a delayed kick-off only postponed what became a dominant performance by Celtic, who ultimately defeated their opponents decisively.
One of Rodgers’ notable decisions was starting summer signing Auston Trusty over Liam Scales in defense. Although Scales has consistently impressed for Celtic and started in the previous match against Aberdeen, Rodgers opted for Trusty alongside Cameron Carter-Vickers. Rodgers explained that while Scales had performed well, Trusty’s pace was a better tactical fit against Aberdeen’s style. Rodgers emphasized that Celtic needed to press effectively from the front to disrupt Aberdeen’s attacks, with Trusty’s speed crucial for dealing with their forwards.
Rodgers told Premier Sports that Scales’ exclusion wasn’t due to any shortcoming, but rather a strategic choice. Trusty’s quickness was essential to manage Aberdeen’s penetrating runs, allowing Celtic to play a high defensive line. Rodgers reiterated Scales’ value to the team and noted his consistent play, highlighting the tough decisions required in high-stakes matches.
Celtic’s upcoming schedule is intense, including Champions League games against RB Leipzig and Club Brugge, alongside several Premiership matches. Carter-Vickers’ recent return to fitness gives Rodgers additional rotation options, which will be vital in navigating the demanding fixture list.
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