Sport nationBrendan Rodgers Delivers Blunt Response to Barry Ferguson’s Rangers Appointment
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has opted to keep his focus firmly on his own team’s fortunes, rather than offering any opinion on the recent appointment of Barry Ferguson as Rangers’ head coach.
Ferguson, a former Rangers player and captain, took the reins at Ibrox on a temporary basis, replacing Philippe Clement, who was dismissed following a disappointing 2-0 loss to St Mirren in the Scottish Premiership.
When questioned about Ferguson’s appointment, Rodgers was characteristically concise, choosing not to offer any opinion on the matter. Instead, he emphasized his focus on Celtic’s upcoming fixture against Aberdeen.
“With the greatest respect, I’m concentrating on Celtic vs Aberdeen, and that’s my only focus,” Rodgers stated, as reported by the BBC.
Rodgers’ response is hardly surprising, given the intense rivalry between Celtic and Rangers. The two Glasgow giants have a long and complex history, with their matches against each other always carrying significant weight and tension.
By choosing not to comment on Ferguson’s appointment, Rodgers is wisely avoiding any potential distractions or controversies that might arise. His focus remains firmly on preparing his team for their next challenge, and ensuring that Celtic maintain their momentum in the Scottish Premiership.
As the season unfolds, Celtic fans will be eagerly anticipating their team’s next move, particularly in light of Rangers’ recent changes. With Rodgers at the helm, however, they can rest assured that their team is in capable hands, and that the manager’s focus remains firmly on achieving success on the pitch.
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