Celtic and Dundee faces SIMILAR injury crisis ahead of Scottish Premiership clash and….

Celtic vs Dundee: Injury Update Ahead of Scottish Premiership Clash

Celtic aims to maintain their unbeaten start to the Scottish Premiership as they host Dundee at Parkhead on Wednesday night. Following a 3-0 victory over Motherwell, Brendan Rodgers’ side will look to continue their momentum.

Injury Concerns for Celtic

Three players are confirmed out, while three others are doubtful:

1. Adam Idah (ankle injury) – wearing a moon boot, awaiting further assessment
2. Kyogo Furuhashi (hamstring strain) – ruled out for several weeks
3. Yuki Kobayashi (groin strain) – sidelined indefinitely

Doubtful:

1. Reo Hatate (knock) – faces late fitness test
2. Aaron Mooy (illness) – recovering, uncertain for Wednesday
3. Carl Starfelt (calf strain) – nearing return, but may not feature

Dundee’s Injury Woes

Dundee faces similar challenges:

1. Lee Ashcroft (knee injury) – long-term absentee
2. Ryan Sweeney (concussion) – doubtful
3. Alex Jakubiak (hamstring strain) – ruled out

Brendan Rodgers’ Assessment

Rodgers expressed caution regarding Idah’s injury: “Adam was obviously on the end of a poor challenge, so we just have to wait and see with him. He’s still got his foot in a boot, but we’re hoping that he’s got away with that.”

Celtic’s Depth Tested

The Hoops’ squad depth will be tested as they navigate injuries and maintain their title push.

Dundee’s Challenge

Dundee seeks to capitalize on Celtic’s injuries and secure a crucial away win.

Key Takeaways:

1. Celtic faces Dundee at Parkhead on Wednesday night.
2. Adam Idah’s ankle injury awaits further assessment.
3. Kyogo Furuhashi and Yuki Kobayashi are ruled out.
4. Reo Hatate, Aaron Mooy, and Carl Starfelt are doubtful.
5. Dundee faces similar injury concerns.

Additional sections that could be added:

Celtic’s Title Push

• Analysis of Celtic’s season so far
• Key players in title-winning campaigns
• Rodgers’ role in Celtic’s success

Dundee’s Season So Far

• Overview of Dundee’s performances
• Key players and strengths
• Challenges facing the team

Scottish Premiership Contenders

• Overview of top teams’ chances
• Key matches and fixtures
• Potential title-deciding factors.