With Tony Ralston taking Alistair Johnston’s place, Brendan Rodgers is unconcerned. Due to the Canadian’s probable facial fracture, Ralston will start in Paisley’s Scottish Cup match against St Mirren on Sunday.
During his Friday press conference, Aaron Rodgers heaped praise on Ralston, the player he gave his Celtic debut to back in 2017.
That’s what makes it so lovely. I think Tony could start every game on his own. It is crucial that you possess that kind of player.
“I can see how he gets ready, and you saw his tackle that gave rise to the penalty the other night at the end of the game. I’m confident that someone I can trust is there.
The estimated time of Johnston’s return is currently unknown. After a late challenge by Hibs caught the Canadian, Johnston was sent to the hospital and a penalty was given. Ralston demonstrated his dedication to the cause by winning the ball and flying into a tackle for which he was not the favorite. This helped Celtic win the penalty that Adam Idah neatly tucked away.
With Bernabei replacing Taylor and Stephen Welsh or Maik Nawrocki covering Cameron Carter-Vickers, Paisley’s back four is probably going to be a patchwork unit. Particularly against a Saints squad that will try to frustrate the Scottish Cup holders, it is imperative that Celtic get off to a quick start.
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