Celtic face a challenging Champions League clash against Atalanta in Bergamo, where Brendan Rodgers’ side is aiming for redemption after a tough 7-1 loss to Borussia Dortmund. Without their defensive leader Cameron Carter-Vickers due to injury, Rodgers must find a balance between aggression and caution against an Atalanta side known for their high-intensity play.
The Serie A club, currently sixth in the Italian league, are formidable at home and recently won the Europa League. They are expected to provide another stern test for Celtic, who recently stumbled domestically in a 2-2 draw with Aberdeen. Italian football expert Fabio Licari has predicted a tough night for the Scottish champions, highlighting Atalanta’s unpredictable brilliance under manager Gian Piero Gasperini. The Hoops must avoid the mistakes made against Dortmund if they hope to keep things competitive in Italy.
Brendan Rodgers, known for his attacking philosophy, insists he won’t stray from his principles despite the setback in Germany. He aims to blend his aggressive style with defensive awareness to stay competitive at this level. Rodgers referenced Atalanta’s own journey in Europe, noting how the Italian club learned from difficult defeats to improve while maintaining their philosophy. He believes that achieving a positive result in Bergamo could even surpass Celtic’s historic win over Lazio in Rome back in 2019.
As the match draws near, the focus will be on whether Celtic can adapt and learn from their past mistakes, showing greater control and concentration against Atalanta’s dynamic offense. While predictions tilt heavily in Atalanta’s favor, with many forecasting a 2-0 or 3-1 outcome, Celtic’s history of surprising performances in Europe leaves room for a potential upset.
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