Johan Mjallby identifies the “most significant difference” between Celtic this year and the previous year under Brendan Rodgers.

Brendan Rodgers fulfilled his commitment to Celtic in the summer of 2023 by achieving a domestic double last season.

On his second visit, Rodgers assured fans that they would all be lining the Celtic Way at Parkhead in May to commemorate another Premiership title victory. That was indeed the case, as Celtic swept to the league title and left Rangers, their closest rivals, in their dust.

Rangers’ anguish was further compounded by the Hoops’ victory in the Scottish Cup, which was ultimately decided by Adam Idah’s late goal at Hampden. However, the triumph was not without its challenges. Celtic was defeated by Kilmarnock at the outset of the Premier Sports Cup campaign and ultimately placed last in Group E of the Champions League.

Mjallby discusses Celtic’s improved equilibrium this season Johan Mjallby, a former Celtic defender and assistant manager, acknowledges this development from the previous year, despite the fact that 2023/24 was a double-winning campaign. After observing Celtic this season, the large Swede believes that Rodgers is demonstrating a greater degree of equilibrium in his tactics, particularly in Europe,

compared to the previous season, when he was likely overly enthusiastic.Celtic responded to their 7-1 disgrace against Borussia Dortmund this season by securing a remarkable 0-0 draw against Atalanta. Gian Piero Gasperini, the manager of Atalanta, acknowledged that the Bhoys “irritated” the Serie A side.

This may encapsulate the explanation that Mjallby is attempting to provide. In the most recent episode of The Warm-Up, Mjallby expressed his sentiments regarding Celtic: “The most significant difference from the previous season is the improved balance.” I believe that the equilibrium is significantly improved; they are aware of when to launch an attack.

They were continuously pressuring in the past. They were simply placing their heads down and pressing, pressing, pressing. Occasionally, they were caught off guard. But I believe that the back four has been particularly strong this season, which is why it has been significantly stronger, particularly in Europe where they are required to defend more. Rodgers was commended for his pragmatic

Celtic approach. Simon Jordan, the spokesperson for talkSPORT, expressed favourable sentiments regarding Celtic’s performance in the Champions League in December. Jordan acknowledged that Rodgers altered his tactics on the most significant stage, despite the fact that the Northern Irishman had stated that he would not change his approach following the Dortmund calamity.

However, Jordan contends that the Atalanta and Dinamo Zagreb outcomes validated this assertion. The radio pundit stated, “People were questioning Brendan Rodgers about his tactics and how he would not alter the way they played, and they did.” “They performed admirably and secured a draw against Atalanta.”

Then, I believed that the outcome against Dinamo Zagreb was satisfactory. “It is also necessary to provide context regarding the teams they have previously faced.” The fact that they have travelled away from home in this tournament and have earned highly credible points. “I believe that this format has ideally improved them, and it is just as telling as where they are improving.”