Brendan Rodgers has declared Celtic ready for their European campaign after a hard-fought victory over St Mirren kept their domestic momentum rolling. The Hoops needed a late strike to secure all three points, but Rodgers believes the resilience shown bodes well for the challenges ahead.
Late Drama at Celtic Park
In a tense encounter at Celtic Park, the hosts were made to work for their win against a stubborn St Mirren side. The breakthrough came late, sending the home crowd into raptures and maintaining Celtic's strong start to the season.
Rodgers' European Confidence
"We're ready for Europe," insisted the Celtic manager post-match. "Games like this, where we have to dig deep and find a way to win, are perfect preparation for what's coming in European competition."
The Northern Irishman pointed to his squad's growing maturity and ability to handle pressure situations as key factors in their readiness for continental football.
Title Race Implications
This dramatic victory keeps Celtic at the summit of the Scottish Premiership, with Rodgers keen to emphasise the importance of maintaining domestic dominance while competing on multiple fronts.
"People might underestimate how tough these league games are," Rodgers added. "But every three points matters, and performances like this show we can handle the demands of a busy schedule."
Looking Ahead
With European nights on the horizon, Rodgers will be pleased with both the result and the character shown by his players. The late winner against St Mirren could prove a pivotal moment as Celtic build towards their continental campaign.
