Celtic’s impressive victory over Aberdeen solidifies their dominant position at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Brendan Rodgers led his squad into a challenging match at Pittodrie, where Aberdeen, under the leadership of Jimmy Thelin, had not been defeated in 17 matches on their home turf.
Reo Hatate’s crucial goal secured the win for Celtic, as Rodgers made strategic changes to the lineup following their previous victory against Ross County. While fans may have been disappointed to see certain players dropped, such as Luke McCowan, others were pleased with the decision to retain Paulo Bernardo.
Rodgers emphasized the importance of maintaining energy and intensity in the team, particularly in the attacking areas, in order to execute their style of play effectively. This emphasis on freshness and player rotation paid off as Celtic’s depth proved vital in breaking down Aberdeen’s resilient defense.
Despite some skepticism regarding the initial lineup selection, Rodgers demonstrated the strength of his squad as substitutes made a significant impact in the second half. The late goal by Hatate, assisted by Greg Taylor, highlighted Celtic’s ability to adapt and capitalize on opportunities as they continue to assert their dominance in the league.
