Brendan Rodgers’ says to Liam Scales during the halftime break as Celtic’s defender replaced Auston Trusty in the match against Rangers

Brendan Rodgers’ remarks to Liam Scales during the halftime break as Celtic’s defender replaced Auston Trusty in the match against

RangersBrendan Rodgers’ decision to introduce Liam Scales to the League Cup final against Rangers at half-time was one of the revelations for Celtic fans yesterday.

Brendan Rodgers determined that Auston Trusty should be substituted by Liam Scales during the Hampden break, as Celtic were experiencing difficulty establishing a foothold in the game.

At the time, Rodgers expressed his dissatisfaction with the tactical adjustment, stating, “We appeared to be cumbersome and were unable to navigate the pitch.”

We appeared somewhat agitated. So I was not fond of the manner in which we cleared up the game. Scales has been exceptional, to be honest. “He is uncontaminated, and Auston Trusty performed exceptionally well.”

I simply felt that he has now had the opportunity to play in finals for us, Liam. I have just made that adjustment, and he entered the game and was able to resolve the issue.

The Celtic defender was resolute during the second half and the 30-minute additional time that was required to resolve the 3-3 Hampden stalemate, despite Scales’ penalty scare.

After the match, the Republic of Ireland goalkeeper disclosed the words of the Celtic manager to him as he was divested to replace the USA international defender, Trusty.

The information that Celtic defender Liam Scales received during halftime was instrumental in his team’s victory over Rangers.

Scales could argue that he has been unfortunate to lose his starting position to Trusty of late; however, the Celtic defender demonstrated that Rodgers can depend on the Irishman to deliver when necessary, regardless of whether he is on the bench or the first whistle.

Scales declared, “I was informed at halftime that I would be performing, and that was the extent of my involvement.” Afterward, I experienced a sense of joy upon boarding.

“You desire to participate in these significant games, and I simply attempted to adhere to my standard approach, which I believe I successfully executed for the most part.” Liam Scales elucidates why it was “easier” to emerge from the Celtic sideline in order to defeat Rangers.

The Hoops defender explains why it was “easier” to come on at half-time rather than being introduced into the game later in the second half, despite the fact that he likely had more time on the pitch than he would have liked as Rangers took Celtic to extra time.

Scales has now acquired his fifth winners medal of his Celtic tenure. With the Scottish Cup and the league title still to be determined, the Irishman has ample opportunities to augment his collection this season.

Rodgers awaits a perilous away league match against Dundee United on Sunday, and Celtic have the remainder of the week to prepare for their subsequent match.