Between now and the conclusion of August, Celtic must navigate an extremely busy fixture schedule.
Celtic will play the first leg of the Champions League play-off against Kairat Almaty, following tonight’s League Cup match against Falkirk at Celtic Park.
The following Saturday, August 23, Livingston will visit Celtic Park, followed by a lengthy journey to Kazakhstan three days later.
Brendan Rodgers elucidates the “reasons” behind his decision to proceed with the Scottish Premiership fixture, despite the fact that Celtic had the option to postpone the Livingston fixture in order to alleviate the strain of the busy fixture.
Brendan Rodgers intends to enhance Celtic’s stamina in anticipation of the Champions League play-off.
Brendan Rodgers confirmed the justifications for Celtic’s decision not to postpone the Livingston encounter prior to their Champions League match against Kairat Almaty during the pre-match League Cup press conference.
Rodgers stated to Celtic TV, “Yes.” Indeed, we shall engage in the exercise at this time. We examined that and determined that we desired to play it for a variety of factors.
“It is evident that players must be brought up to speed and in top condition.”
“We have a strong team of players, and I am capable of rotating and modifying it as necessary.”
The most recent occasion on which Celtic faced a team in Kazakhstan
In the club’s history, Celtic have faced two teams from Kazakhstan; however, their most recent voyage to the country resulted in a seven-goal thriller.
Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic team defeated Astana 5-0 in the first leg at Parkhead in 2017, thereby separating them from the Champions League group stage.
The result was inconsequential, as Celtic caused the most harm in the first leg, despite Astana’s 4-3 victory.
Celtic fans are eager to witness a rematch of the 5-0 rout that occurred just over eight years ago, as the match against Kairat is less than a week away.
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