Celtic travel to Rugby Park on Sunday to face Kilmarnock in their final match before the November international break. It’s been an intense week for Brendan Rodgers’ side, who have battled across three different competitions, and they will be determined to keep their momentum going as they head into a busy run of fixtures.
The week began with a commanding 6-0 victory over Aberdeen in the Scottish League Cup semi-final, halting Jimmy Thelin’s strong start at Pittodrie. That was followed by a brilliant 3-1 win over RB Leipzig in the Champions League at Celtic Park, a performance that restored confidence after a difficult night in Dortmund. Now, Celtic face Kilmarnock, who will be looking to pull off another upset after beating Rangers earlier in the season on their notorious plastic pitch.
Celtic’s recent form at Rugby Park has been decent, but the Ayrshire venue has traditionally been a tricky ground for the Hoops, partly due to the artificial surface and Kilmarnock’s disciplined, defensive style of play. Brendan Rodgers’ team has shown an ability to rise to the occasion in recent weeks, but this match will be a test of their focus and determination, especially with fatigue from the midweek Champions League clash.
While Celtic’s squad depth has been impressive this season, there is a strong case to play a full-strength team for this one. With the international break coming up, this is the perfect opportunity to take three points and move into the break with confidence. If key players like Cameron Carter-Vickers or Auston Trusty are carrying any injuries
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