“Yeah, it has surprised me, maybe because of what I felt the first time when I was here. I think the feeling has felt a little different,” Rodgers revealed, suggesting a shift in dynamics since his earlier spell at Celtic Park. The Irish manager’s first stint at the club was marked by domestic dominance and memorable European nights, setting a high bar for his return.
The crux of Rodgers’ frustration lies in the injury woes that have plagued the squad, preventing him from fielding his strongest lineup consistently. “The biggest frustration has just been the inability to put out the strongest team,” he confessed. This ongoing struggle has been a thorn in Celtic’s side, as they aim to entertain and succeed for their supporters. “It’s just felt, from the very beginning, you want to have your best players available and be able to put them on the pitch in order to showcase the best possible football you can play, because you play for the supporters and that’s who we want to entertain,” Rodgers emphasised Despite these setbacks, Rodgers remains optimistic, viewing the current season’s struggles as temporary. “But I know that will change and it’s maybe just been one of those seasons,” he stated, holding onto hope for a turnaround. Currently trailing in the Scottish Premiership, Celtic are just two points behind the leaders but still have their destiny in their own hands. The focus is on overcoming fitness hurdles to maximize their chances of retaining the SPFL title. The anticipated return of Cameron Carter-Vickers, Celtic’s best defender, against St Johnstone on Saturday, is a welcome boost. However, the absence of captain Callum McGregor and the limited availability of Reo Hatate throughout the season underscores the depth of Celtic’s challenges.
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