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Arne Engels uses Parkhead analysis to quickly shut off ludicrous Celtic transfer doubters.
Arne Engels required two attempts to successfully convert the match-deciding penalty.
However, he necessitated merely a brief glance to provide the calibre of performance that reinstated Celtic on the path to further success.
Once more, this exemplified Engels’ capacity to exert influence during pivotal moments. There has been considerable discourse regarding the Belgian international following his substantial transfer to Glasgow.
Given that he was acquired for a club-record fee of £11 million, opinions are understandably robust. Engels’ remarkable initiation at Celtic served as a significant revelation, showcasing the young athlete’s exceptional athleticism and skill.
Nonetheless, it was never anticipated that the transition for a newcomer in an unfamiliar country would be entirely smooth, and it could be posited that the young individual experienced a relatively subdued phase in the period leading up to the festive season.
There are indications that this phenomenon is occurring; however, what has consistently remained present since his signing is his remarkable capacity to effectuate significant outcomes, particularly in critical goal-scoring situations. Engels’ proficiency in delivering from both set pieces and open play constitutes a significant asset, as evidenced once more in Dingwall. With the score tied at 1-1 and only ten minutes remaining,
this was a day when, despite creating sufficient opportunities to secure victory in three matches, Rodgers’ team found themselves perilously close to relinquishing valuable points.
Rodgers was required to devise a strategy to compensate for the absence of four wingers, namely Nicolas Kuhn, Daizen Maeda, James Forrest, and Luis Palma, all of whom were unavailable. Yang was assigned the responsibility of operating on the left side; however, the situation on the right side proved to be somewhat more intricate. Kyogo assumed strategic positions; however, when he chose the opportune moments to penetrate inward with significant impact, his teammates seamlessly interchanged roles and adeptly occupied the vacated spaces. Alistair Johnston executed this feat with considerable finesse, delivering an exceptional cross from Kuhn’s area that facilitated Kyogo’s opening goal prior to the half-time interval. However, Engels also demonstrated an astuteness in venturing into that sector of the pitch to facilitate cohesion. Yang played a significant role on the opposing side, as he continues to present a conundrum for the supporters at Parkhead. Within the fanbase, there exists a faction that contends there is genuine talent within the South Korean individual that has yet to be fully realised, while others maintain that he does not meet the requisite standards. While personal preference may vary, what remained unequivocal in Dingwall was his readiness to assume responsibility. Recognising that he was the only unequivocal winger on the team, he embraced the responsibility and actively sought possession of the ball. Certain aspects were successful, while others were not; however, he was present, competently supported by Alex Valle. Yang would have scored had it not been for an impressive last-minute tackle executed by Akil Wright within the penalty area. His incursion into a perilous area once more, shortly before the conclusion of the match, resulted in a violation committed by James Brown, which subsequently led to the penalty awarded by VAR that Engels successfully converted. Rodgers is actively seeking additional attacking talent and aims to enhance the squad’s goal-scoring capabilities prior to the closure of the January transfer window. Considering that Yang has not secured a goal this season, this will be a disadvantage for him, despite the fact that his opportunities have been constrained by the performance and contributions of Kuhn and Maeda. It is evident that scoring goals does not pose a challenge for Kyogo. Although the Japanese player has not consistently performed at his peak level during this term, he continues to be regarded as the club’s primary option and its most formidable finisher.
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