Sport nationBrendan Rodgers Reveals Celtic’s Masterplan for Bayern Munich Clash
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has outlined his team’s bold approach for their upcoming Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich. The Hoops are seeking to overturn a 2-1 deficit from the first leg, and Rodgers is confident that his side can cause an upset at the Allianz Arena.
Speaking after Celtic’s 3-0 Premiership victory over Dundee United, Rodgers emphasized the importance of balance in his team’s approach. “It’s about balance,” he explained. “I think that’s the idea. If you go out gung-ho, then you can run out of legs at this level. You see it in the Champions League – you give everything, and then all of a sudden, you can get picked off with the quality.”
Rodgers is aware that Bayern Munich possess world-class players who can capitalize on any mistakes. “So, for us, it’s a balance, but a real mentality to be progressive and see if we can make them think,” he added.
The Celtic manager also praised the performance of winger Jota, who scored in the victory over Dundee United. “He may do,” Rodgers said when asked if Jota could start against Bayern Munich. “It’s more not his best level because I think he’s shown that, he’s shown his level since he’s come back in, it’s just a fitness thing really.”
Jota’s return to fitness has been carefully managed by Rodgers, who is eager to get the most out of the Portuguese winger. “That’s why we’re managing him through those moments, so today was another chance for him to get some minutes,” Rodgers explained.
Celtic’s victory over Dundee United was an impressive all-round display, with Rodgers praising the quality of his team’s football. “The performance was excellent, the quality of our football,” he said. “The surface is difficult at the moment, but it was a really high level how we connected the game, and all three goals were individual quality.”
As Celtic prepare to face Bayern Munich, Rodgers is confident that his team can cause an upset. “We’re in a really good place, I think it’s an exciting challenge for us, and a big opportunity for us,” he said.
The Celtic manager also reflected on his team’s progress in the Champions League, highlighting the improvements made since last season. “We’ve made great strides this season from last season in the competition,” he said. “We’ve been competitive. I wanted us to show our level throughout the competition, and we’ve done that.”
With the Champions League tie against Bayern Munich looming large, Rodgers is eager to see his team produce a bold and humble performance. “We always want to keep our boldness, but our humility is important as well,” he said. “We understand the size of the task, but we want to go and give the best that we possibly can.”
In conclusion, Brendan Rodgers has outlined Celtic’s masterplan for their Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich. With a focus on balance, boldness, and humility, the Hoops are seeking to cause an upset at the Allianz Arena and progress to the next round of the competition.
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