Ex-Celtic star admits former teammate ‘can be frustrating’ during Young Boys Champions League tie

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Joe Hart has been a refreshing voice on commentary during Celtic’s Champions League ties this season.

The former Hoops goalkeeper enjoyed three years in Glasgow and has been able to provide a unique insight on the big occasions as to what his old pals might be thinking.

Hart spoke about Arne Engels’ missed penalty vs Young Boys last night during Celtic’s 1-0 win over the Swiss to go through to the knockout playoffs.

Adam Idah forced a Loris Benito own goal late in proceedings to win the game and qualify one week ahead of schedule with a clash against raging Unai Emery’s Aston Villa still to come on matchday eight.

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Reo Hatate ‘can frustrate’ Celtic fans

And it came from a marvellous Reo Hatate pass with the Japanese international impressing throughout.

For Hart he was excited by Hatate, his former teammate at Parkhead, for some of his passing as well as his ability to keep the ball moving forward and start attacks.

However, at times, the 27-year-old can flatter to deceive, conceding possession and irking the supporters who expect more from their player.

Hart acknowledged Hatate can be “frustrating” at times as he accepted even during his time as goalkeeper at Celtic who played alongside the midfielder.

However after a moment of genius with a delightful pass through to Kyogo who went on to fluff his lines, Hart said: “That ball from Hatate!

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“I’ve played with him and he can be frustrating at times but what a pass for Kyogo.”

The retired stopper, 37, then would go on to reiterate his point about Hatate following his pass from which Idah would have his moment and force YB defender Benito into an og.

Hart added: “He (Hatate) can frustrate, can get the simple stuff wrong, but he can penetrate.”

It was an evening of celebration for Celts who still have top eight mathematically possible.

But it all started with some fans questioning Hatate’s selection ahead of Luke McCowan who has been excellent in recent weeks.