Celtic’s victory over Aberdeen in the League Cup has been the talk of the town among pundits and former players for the past two days.
The consensus within the football community is that Celtic performed admirably at Hampden against Aberdeen, securing their spot in the final on Saturday with a stunning 6-0 win. This dominant display not only put The Dons in their place but also set up a final showdown with Rangers next month.
Despite the impressive victory, talkSPORT hosts Simon Jordan, Jim White, and Martin Keown delved into a discussion about the use of pyrotechnics, which caused a delay in Celtic’s match against Aberdeen. Keown, however, shifted the focus back to the actual game and praised Celtic’s remarkable performance, emphasizing their place at the top of the table.
While Keown commended Celtic’s achievement, Jordan struck a more negative tone, expressing concern for the lack of competition in the SPFL. Nevertheless, Keown reiterated the significance of Celtic’s win and the message it sends to the rest of the league.
Looking ahead, Celtic can approach their upcoming Champions League clash with RB Leipzig with newfound optimism following their resounding victory over Aberdeen. With the memory of their recent draw with Atalanta and a less-than-ideal performance against Borussia Dortmund a season ago, Celtic will be aiming to continue their positive momentum in Europe.
Currently sitting in 20th place in the Champions League standings, Celtic will have an opportunity to climb ahead of prestigious clubs like Leipzig, AC Milan, and Bayern Munich with a victory at Celtic Park. This result, much like their win over Aberdeen, will not only bolster their confidence but also serve as a statement of intent to the rest of Europe.
