‘Johnson Rings Alarm ‘:”Celtic’s Alistair Johnston is Sounding The Alarm Over The Return of Brendan Rodgers to the Old Firm rivalry…Read more
“Celtic Ace Johnston Fires Warning Shot at Old Firm Rivals”
Celtic star Alistair Johnston has cautioned Rangers that Celtic will be even more formidable next season after outperforming their rivals to secure two titles this past season. Brendan Rodgers’ team outpaced Rangers in the Premiership and narrowly won the Scottish Cup final.
Johnston, who played a crucial role with 42 appearances and seven assists, highlighted Rodgers’ winning mentality and anticipated increased competition next season due to Rodgers’ drive for continuous improvement.
Describing Rodgers, Johnston told the Daily Record, “He is a serial winner. His approach to the press and his players is unique and very personable. He truly understands the significance of being a Celtic manager. Playing under him has been a joy.”
Johnston reflected on his time under both Rodgers and previous manager Ange Postecoglou, noting how the team improved significantly in Postecoglou’s second season and suggesting a similar trajectory under Rodgers.
Reflecting on the past season’s challenges and eventual triumphs, Johnston emphasized the team’s resilience and ability to dominate when it matters most.
“We have a wealth of experience, as evidenced by the number of trophies players like Cal, Jamesy, and Joe have won, so you’re never truly out of the competition. Naturally, a new manager brings a period of adjustment, and injuries have been a challenge.
“However, we’re very excited about our team and our potential. It will come down to having a strong pre-season leading into what we hope will be a successful Champions League campaign in its new format, which is also thrilling. We aim to be competitive on all fronts and are eager for that.
Celtic will aim to maintain their Premiership dominance next season, but there’s a strong desire to improve their performance in Europe, where they have struggled in recent years. Rodgers is expected to shape his squad with a focus on making a significant impact in European competitions, which is the next logical step after achieving domestic success.”
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