Celtic’s recent 0-0 draw with Livingston featured an intriguing tactical switch by Neil Lennon. The interim Hoops manager decided to play Kieran Tierney on the left-wing for the game.
The move didn’t really work out, as Celtic failed to create many chances in a stale second-half.
It seems unlikely that Lennon will repeat this experiment against Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup semi-final on Sunday.
Detrimental to the side
It would be detrimental to the side to experiment with the Hoops in such a big game. The treble dream is on the line. Therefore, Celtic and Neil Lennon are likely to pick their strongest side, and not make any unexpected selection choices.
In a way, you can understand why Lennon decided to experiment against Livingston. The title is all but won. Perhaps he wanted to try something different. But going forward, there is little chance of Lennon making this mistake again.
Didn’t look comfortable
More than anything, Tierney didn’t look comfortable on the wing. It took away from his natural game. Yes, he does like to get forward. But first and foremost, he is a defender.
Against Aberdeen, Tierney must be restored to the full-back position. Now who plays in front of Tierney on the wing is another matter.
But for the Hoops to have the best chance of getting through to the final, Tierney has to go back to the wing.
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