Celtic are once again asserting their dominance, aiming to sweep the domestic trophies under Brendan Rodgers’ leadership. The club remains unbeaten this season, continuing their strong start with a commanding 5-0 victory over Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League opener. This performance, alongside their triumph in the first Glasgow derby of the season, where Kyogo Furuhashi led the charge, reinforces their superiority in Scottish football.
However, despite their success, Celtic faced a surprising challenge from second-tier Falkirk in the League Cup quarterfinals, requiring moments of brilliance from Nicolas Kuhn and Adam Idah to secure their place in the semifinals. This demonstrates that, while Celtic are a force to be reckoned with, they are not invincible.
Former Scotland defender Alan Hutton highlighted the ever-widening gap between Celtic and their main rivals, Rangers, in a recent discussion with Michael Stewart. Hutton emphasized that Celtic are “miles in front” of Rangers, with a noticeable gulf between the two teams. This disparity puts added pressure on Rangers, whose inconsistent form has left them five points behind Celtic.
Rodgers’ men, currently sitting at the top of the table with five clean sheets in as many league games, seem poised for another trophy-laden season. With the added weight of a promising Champions League campaign, Celtic’s domestic dominance could face some pressure, but their squad depth and consistency suggest that they are well-equipped to handle both fronts.
As Celtic continue to progress, Rodgers will be eyeing not just domestic glory but also European success, with the Champions League’s new format offering a realistic chance of advancing beyond the group stage. This adds an extra layer of intrigue to Celtic’s season, with their unbeaten record standing strong and the club aiming for greatness both at home and abroad.
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