Sport nationCeltic Defender Auston Trusty Reflects on Champions League Performance
Celtic FC defender Auston Trusty delivered an impressive individual performance against Atalanta BC in the UEFA Champions League, helping his team secure a valuable point. Trusty’s display earned praise from former Celtic manager Neil Lennon, who noted that the US international “headed everything” and played his best game for the club.
The 26-year-old Trusty, who joined Celtic from Sheffield United for £6 million in the summer, completed 36 of 39 passes and made 18 defensive actions against Atalanta. His performance showcased his growing influence at the club.
In a post-match interview with BBC Sport, Trusty discussed how Celtic’s 7-1 defeat to Borussia Dortmund earlier this month served as a catalyst for the team’s bounce-back performance against Atalanta.
“The beauty of football is that if there’s another game, we can react and show the world what team we really are,” Trusty said. “Sometimes you just have those nights, and obviously that’s a night we’d never want to see again or feel again.”
Trusty emphasized his desire to lead by example, stating, “I’m used to these situations, and I think I can bring a lot of expertise to this squad and to this organisation where I can be a leader on the team, on and off the pitch.”
Celtic’s ability to recover from the Dortmund defeat and secure a positive result against Atalanta demonstrates the team’s resilience. Trusty’s leadership and performance were crucial in achieving this outcome.
Key Statistics:
- Completed 36 of 39 passes
- Made 18 defensive actions
- Helped Celtic secure a valuable point against Atalanta
With Trusty’s growing influence and leadership, Celtic FC looks to build on this momentum in upcoming Champions League matches.
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