Brendan Rodgers has named his Celtic starting XI to face Braga.
Celtic fans won’t be protesting against the board after they confirmed that a meeting with leading figures at the Hoops will take place.
Braga boss Carlos Vicens is under pressure and even though they won in their first game of the Europa League, could find himself sacked with a defeat.
This is an earlier than usual kick off, due to the competition’s rules, however, three points are on the line and Celtic need a win.
Celtic starting XI vs Braga
Paulo Bernardo will start for the first time this season after Reo Hatate was ruled out through injury.
Peter Grant thinks Bernardo is the long-term replacement for Callum McGregor and he will get a chance to show Brendan Rodgers what he can do.
Colby Donovan and Kieran Tierney both return to the starting XI after being named on the bench in the goalless draw against Hibernian.
The Celtic manager has opted to persist with Daizen Maeda on the right-hand side of the attacking trio, while Kelechi Iheanacho remains in the middle.
Celtic fans react to starting XI vs Braga
Rodgers claimed Bernardo was fifth choice, so to see him in the side is welcome news to supporters who have been crying out for the midfielder to get some minutes.
@CYoung1888 commented: “He’s freeeee.”
@aarongraham99 added: “Best we could’ve put out.”
@thebrodge67 said: “BERNARDO’S ALIVE BERNARDO’S ALIVE REJOICE REJOICE.”
@CelticTalk1967 added: “Bernardo gets his chance to stake a claim in our midfield three! Mon the hoops.”
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