Brendan Rodgers Responds to Luke McCowan’s “Quality” Performance Against Ross CountyLuke McCowan was the hero of the afternoon at Celtic Park, as he asserted his right to start for the Hoops against Aberdeen at Pittodrie on Wednesday night.
The Scottish midfielder has been a model of consistency during his tenure at Celtic.
Although he has not been granted a starting position, he capitalised on a rare opportunity this afternoon by scoring a goal and providing three assists.
This was an extraordinary performance for a player who has been neglected in recent months.
In an afternoon during which McCowan achieved a level of performance that Hoops supporters had been anticipating, Brendan Rodgers was effusive in his praise for him.
“He has really settled in,” Rodgers stated (BBC Sportsound). It is evident that he has been required to exercise patience.
“He is rewarded for his diligence; it is indicative of his character.” “He was exceptional in terms of his quality, energy, and pressure.”
“I was exceedingly pleased for him.” McCowan has consistently demonstrated his potential as a reserve player; however, it is imperative to optimise his opportunities to initiate play.
He achieved this and more with a performance that will be remembered as one of the most exceptional by a Celtic player this season.
Given McCowan’s recent uptick, it is worth considering whether McCowan or Reo Hatate should be selected to face Aberdeen on Wednesday.
The Scotsman’s pressing and intensity lend a unique perspective to Hatate, who is at times passive and unplayable.
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