Celtic will be keen to forget their side’s draw with Kilmarnock last weekend as they look forward to this weekend’s clash against Motherwell.
The Bhoys make their way to Fir Park, aware they have to respond after failing to steer their way through several roadblocks, which has left them trailing Rangers by two points heading into the final 12 Scottish Premiership matches.
Regardless, there is still time on Brendan Rodgers’ side to make sure his first campaign back at Parkhead is memorable, given that there is still the prospect of a domestic double to play for.
Undoubtedly, there is pressure on the Irishman to tackle the club’s recent malaise. However, he remains unmoved by recent criticism, stating in the aftermath of Celtic’s stalemate with Kilmarnock: “There’s still a long way to go.”
“And I’m sure it will to and fro between now and the very last game. I’ve said before it was never going to be a procession.”
This Sunday, the reigning champions have a shot at redemption, with a win likely to restore some confidence among both the fanbase and Rodgers’ playing staff.
Countless scenarios could unfold this weekend concerning our league position. Hopefully, we can pick up three points at Motherwell before figuring out the rest.
Motherwell defender Paul McGinn discusses facing Celtic
Motherwell return to home soil this weekend after three games on the road without a victory; nonetheless, Paul McGinn believes his side can look to take ‘advantage’ of Celtic’s lack of consistent performances.
McGinn explained [Daily Record]: “I don’t think teams will find it easy against us. Maybe a few games before Christmas; we could have said they did.
“We have to look at the positives. There is a bit of pressure on Celtic this week, so hopefully, we can take advantage of it.
“I don’t imagine it’s one they would want after a result like Saturday. We need to make it as hard as we can for them. “
Obviously, Celtic have dropped off somewhat since their emergence after the winter break, and it is hard to pinpoint exactly where things have taken a turn for the worse.
Nevertheless, a considerable core of Rodgers’ side has managed to go the distance and win league titles before, which Hoops fans hope can kick their side on in the coming matches.
McGinn clearly believes Celtic are there to be got at this weekend, and it is up to ourselves to make him eat his words.
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