Celtic demonstrated their class once again during their challenging visit to Dingwall on Saturday.
Following a few lacklustre performances that had left supporters feeling underwhelmed, the team was under pressure to return to their winning ways with panache. True to form, Celtic rose to the occasion, securing a stylish victory in the Highlands.
Despite several near misses, including goals disallowed by VAR, the Hoops remained undeterred. Their persistence paid off as they emerged victorious, closing the match with a convincing 3-0 win.
Control of the game was firmly in Celtic’s hands, as they dominated possession and maintained comfort throughout the contest. Ross County, primarily on the defensive, focused on containing Celtic’s offensive prowess. Their conservative strategy was compounded after an early red card left them a player down just ten minutes into the game.
Rodgers Finds Solace in Squad Depth
Celtic’s manager, Brendan Rodgers, enacted six tactical changes for the away game, opting to leave regulars such as Matt O’Riley, Kyogo, Luis Palma, and Alistair Johnston on the bench. Additionally, the noteworthy Holm, following his commendable performance against St Mirren, was also reserved as a substitute.
The positive outcome of the match has likely reassured Rodgers of the depth and reliability of his squad, enabling him to confidently rotate players ahead of the critical Champions League fixture against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.
Hyeon-gyu Oh: A Case for More Minutes
Hyeon-gyu Oh was named in the starting lineup, with Kyogo taking a seat on the bench for this game. Oh’s robust presence and physical approach to Celtic’s front line were evident. Although he did find the back of the net, the goal was controversially nullified due to an offside call against Maeda. Despite this, Oh’s display was rife with positives, meriting increased playing time as he showcased a promising performance against Ross County.
Turnbull Proves Decisive Once More
David Turnbull, a player who has polarised Celtic fans, stepped up once again. Delivering a crucial goal just before the half-time whistle, his impressive low strike from outside the penalty area provided a significant morale boost.
Whether you’re a fan of him or not, he does seem to always pop up in big moments.
