Celtic are gearing up for a crucial Champions League match against Atalanta after a frustrating 2-2 draw with Aberdeen. Despite leading by two goals, Celtic’s defensive frailties were on full display, causing concern ahead of the tough test in Italy. Atalanta, the reigning Europa League champions, are known for their high-intensity, attacking football, which makes this encounter even more daunting, especially considering Celtic’s recent defensive struggles in the Dortmund match.
Cameron Carter-Vickers’ potential return could be a key factor. Although he missed the Aberdeen game after training on Friday, Brendan Rodgers hopes to have him available for the Atalanta match. Rodgers has emphasized that he will not change his attacking philosophy, but with defensive lapses continuing to haunt Celtic, the presence of Carter-Vickers alongside Liam Scales could provide much-needed stability.
Atalanta’s aggressive and relentless attacking style is a step up from the challenges Celtic faced against Aberdeen, and Rodgers will need his defense to be at their best to avoid another heavy defeat. Fans and the club will be hoping for a strong showing from the squad, especially after the disappointment in Dortmund.
It remains to be seen whether Carter-Vickers will be fit enough to feature, but his inclusion could be critical to Celtic’s hopes of keeping Atalanta at bay in what promises to be a challenging match .
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