Celtic may have secured a convincing 5-1 win over Aberdeen last night, but Kasper Schmeichel was far from pleased when the Hoops conceded. The Danish goalkeeper, known for his elite mentality, was visibly furious after Shayden Morris found the net, kicking his post in frustration.
A Rare Goal Conceded at Home
The goal was a significant moment—not just because it temporarily gave Aberdeen a boost in the game, but because it was only the third time Celtic have conceded at home in the Scottish Premiership all season. Incredibly, all three goals have come against the Dons, with the previous two arriving in a 2-2 draw at Celtic Park back in October. Until Tuesday, Brendan Rodgers’ side had gone over 15 hours of league football at home without conceding.
🔴 Shayden Morris squeezes in a late consolation for Aberdeen, the first Scottish Premiership goal Celtic have conceded at home since October ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/Q7087d4rDa
— Sky Sports Scotland (@ScotlandSky) February 25, 2025
Schmeichel Demands Perfection
Schmeichel’s reaction to conceding highlights the high standards he sets for himself and his teammates. The veteran shot-stopper has been instrumental in Celtic’s defensive solidity this season, keeping 19 clean sheets in 28 league matches. His frustration at losing a near-perfect record at home underlines the winning mentality that has made him such a key figure in the dressing room.
A Defensive Wall at Celtic Park
Celtic’s home form has been exceptional, and their defensive record at Ce
ltic Park speaks volumes about the team’s discipline and organisation. Conceding just three goals in an entire league campaign at home so far is a sensational achievement, especially given the attacking threat posed by opposition sides. While the Hoops’ attacking flair often grabs the headlines, their defensive resilience has been just as crucial in their pursuit of yet another league title.
A Mentality That Wins Titles
Schmeichel’s reaction may seem extreme to some, given the comfortable victory, but it highlights the mentality needed to dominate domestically. Celtic’s standards remain sky-high, and with a goalkeeper as experienced and determined as Schmeichel between the sticks, those expectations will not drop any time soon.
As the season reaches the business, Celtic will look to maintain their formidable home record, and Schmeichel will no doubt be eager to add to his impressive tally of clean sheets. His frustration on Tuesday night only proves one thing—this Celtic squad is never satisfied with anything less than perfection under Brendan Rodgers.
