Callum McGregor, like very much every other Celtic player has been out of sorts this campaign thus far. His usual controlling play in the middle of the park hasn’t been evident so far this season, but I reckon like most of the other players it’s just the transition in styles as they get used to Brendan’s tactics after being so well versed in the former manager’s Angeball system.
Celtic v St. Johnstone – Callum McGregor after the final whistle of the cinch Premiership match at Celtic Park on Saturday August 26, 2023. Photo Steve Welsh
Incredibly some of our supporters on social media have even called for Brendan Rodgers to drop his captain for the Glasgow Derby this weekend. That is ludicrous, sorry but it is. Anyone who would consider dropping their skipper and a quality player like Callum for such an important match doesn’t know anything about the game.
Imagine the damage that would do not just the player but team morale. Not only would be losing a good player, but also our leader going into the biggest game of the season so far.
Celtic captain Callum McGregor is seen at full time during the Viaplay Cup match between Kilmarnock FC and Celtic FC at BBSP Stadium on August 20, 2023. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
Those suggesting such nonsense are only doing it for attention, well I hope they are, because if you think dropping the club captain before such a vital game is the right thing to do you need to go and get your head checked. I don’t proclaim to be an expert, but it doesn’t take one to know that axing Callum is not only wrong, but is also a non-starter.
The only reason Callum McGregor would miss Sundays game is through injury. Brendan would never drop his captain and rightly so. If he does I’ll eat my Celtic hat.
Just an Ordinary Bhoy
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