Celtic captain Callum McGregor is confident that their Champions League shut-out in Italy demonstrates their ability to bounce back from their disappointment in Dortmund. The Hoops managed to get their campaign back on track with a goalless draw against Atalanta in Bergamo on Wednesday.
Despite the 7-1 defeat in Germany, McGregor saw no lingering effects as they faced a tough opponent in Atalanta. He emphasized the importance of putting in a solid performance and playing to their strengths, which they were able to do in the match.
As the captain, McGregor acknowledged the potential psychological impact of a heavy defeat like the one against Dortmund. However, he was pleased to see that the team had moved on and delivered a performance more typical of their abilities.
With four points from three games, Celtic now have a home double-header ahead against RB Leipzig and Club Brugge, followed by a match against Dinamo Zagreb in Croatia. The clean sheet against Atalanta, achieved without key defenders, gives them confidence as they look to continue their Champions League journey.
Facing such strong opponents like Atalanta, McGregor believes that the team can take significant confidence and belief into their upcoming matches. The experience gained from matches like these will be valuable as they aim to progress in the tournament.
