Paulo Bernardo explains how Celtic’s silverware from last season might stoke the cup final fire this weekend.

Paulo Bernardo elucidates how Celtic’s silverware from the previous season can serve as a source of inspiration for the cup final this weekendPaulo

Bernardo has been instrumental in two Celtic triumphs since his arrival and anticipates being at the forefront of the action against Rangers on Sunday.

The Portugal Under-21 international, who arrived permanently from Benfica in the summer on a £3.5 million deal, has not looked back since making the Parkhead transition.

In 23 appearances across all competitions this campaign, Paulo Bernardo has recorded three goals and two assists, demonstrating his exceptional performance in both categories as a result of his diligent temperament.

Brendan Rodgers must determine whether to prioritize the 22-year-old over Arne Engels in the engine room this weekend during the Bhoys’ pursuit of trophy triumph against Rangers.

Bernardo has addressed the Premier Sports Cup before the match and expressed his conviction that past accomplishments can serve as motivation for future success.

Paulo Bernardo anticipates the collision trajectory of the cup final.

In an interview conducted prior to Celtic’s match against Rangers this weekend, Bernardo acknowledged that his involvement in the first two trophies of his career last season has only served to strengthen his aspiration to accumulate additional silverware in Scotland.

He stated, “When I arrived, Celtic was not yet participating in the competition, so I did not have a desire to participate.

However, I have since developed an interest in it and am eager to secure another trophy for the club.”Regarding the previous season, “It was an excellent experience; as I previously stated, those are cherished memories from the previous year.”

The current year is distinct from the previous one. It is a distinct final and a distinct game, so we eagerly anticipate it, and I am thrilled to be involved.

Finally, he stated, “It is in the past; it is memories. Therefore, it was (some) very good memories. However, it is already in the past, and we must concentrate on the present and be prepared for the future.” Celtic is prepared to concentrate on achieving cup success.

Rodgers stated earlier today that Alistair Johnston is eligible to play against Rangers for Celtic, despite the fact that the Canadian was substituted at halftime during the match against Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday evening.

His availability was a concern following his absence from training at Lennoxtown; however, he is now a viable candidate for a start at Hampden. Other than that, Celtic is in good heath as they strive to obtain the first silverware of the season.